Cybersecurity & National Security Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks a special agent to directly impact national security. By leveraging your background to transition into federal law enforcement, you can help shape the Bureau’s approach to safeguarding our nation.

You will work to protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats using your technical skills in cybersecurity. Your transition from a specialized career to a special agent role will be transformative, utilizing your expertise

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be willing to travel as required.
• Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.

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.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks a special agent to directly impact national security. By leveraging your background to transition into federal law enforcement, you can help shape the Bureau’s approach to safeguarding our nation.

You will work to protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats using your technical skills in cybersecurity. Your transition from a specialized career to a special agent role will be transformative, utilizing your expertise