Federal Special Agent: National Security & Investigations

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks candidates for the Special Agent role to defend against cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. This position requires a priority on national security investigations, firearms proficiency, and readiness to serve at FBI field offices nationwide.

Special Agents perform high-stakes investigations, maintain physical fitness, and meet stringent eligibility criteria including Top-Secret/SCI clearance and federal law enforcement experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university; 1811/2501 eligibility.
• Be eligible for a Top-Secret SCI clearance.
• Be at least 23 years old and not have reached your 37th birthday on appointment.
• Be able to legally possess / carry a firearm.
• Pass FBI employment eligibility requirements.
• Be available for assignment to FBI’s 56 Field Offices.
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws.
• Exercise judgement, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial and international law enforcement agencies.
• Coordinate and/or participate in searches, seizures, and arrests.
• Carry a firearm and be willing to use force, to include deadly force, if necessary.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks candidates for the Special Agent role to defend against cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. This position requires a priority on national security investigations, firearms proficiency, and readiness to serve at FBI field offices nationwide.

Special Agents perform high-stakes investigations, maintain physical fitness, and meet stringent eligibility criteria including Top-Secret/SCI clearance and federal law enforcement experience.