Cybersecurity Engineering Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks engineers transitioning to a Special Agent role, leveraging analytical thinking and data-driven skills to protect national security. This path emphasizes investigations, cyber threat mitigation, and public safety, with opportunities to apply engineering rigor across complex cases.

As a Special Agent, you will plan and conduct investigations, exercise sound judgment, and coordinate with federal, state, and international partners. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required (engineering preferred).
• U.S. citizen required.
• Must be able to obtain TS SCI clearance.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety.
• Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Experience with complex data

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks engineers transitioning to a Special Agent role, leveraging analytical thinking and data-driven skills to protect national security. This path emphasizes investigations, cyber threat mitigation, and public safety, with opportunities to apply engineering rigor across complex cases.

As a Special Agent, you will plan and conduct investigations, exercise sound judgment, and coordinate with federal, state, and international partners. A U.S.