Investigative Analyst

U.S. Secret Service

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 109,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Thrift Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

The U.S. Secret Service, part of the Department of Homeland Security, invites qualified candidates for an Investigative Analyst in the Chicago Field Office.

The role focuses on analytical support for complex investigations across financial crimes, cybercrime, and protective intelligence, including developing case profiles and conducting targeted research. Responsibilities include analyzing data, drafting reports, and coordinating with task forces and stakeholders.

Qualifications

Submit transcripts or official documentation if education is required.
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; paid federal holidays.

Responsibilities

Conduct analysis of suspected criminal activities.
Develop target packets and profiles for investigations.
Perform protective intelligence research and criminal analysis using investigative systems.
Identify, analyze, and extract pertinent information from investigative cases.
Review data and documents to develop leads and case profiles; participate in anti-crime task forces.
Draft written documents and present research to stakeholders; maintain collaboration with internal and external partners.

Job description

Department: Department of Homeland Security

Joining the Secret Service, Office of Field Operations, Chicago Field Office will allow you to plan, conduct, and coordinate complex analytical assignments and research projects in support of diverse investigations to include financial crimes, cybercrime, and protective intelligence activities. For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please.

Key Responsibilities

The selectee will serve as a Investigative Analyst in the Office of Field Operations, Chicago Field Office. Typical work assignments include: Conducting analysis of suspected criminal activities; developing target packets/profiles; and utilizing systems to perform protective intelligence research and criminal analysis. Identifying, analyzing, and extracting pertinent information from the investigative cases.

Reviewing and evaluating data, material, and documents to develop leads and case profiles. Participating as an active member on anti-crime task forces, providing criminal research and analytical assistance pertaining to on-going investigations. Drafting written documents and presenting research to applicable stakeholders and maintains ongoing collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements & Education

For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for a position by substituting education or training for experience, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, course title(s), number of credits, grade, and date of completion. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $68999 – $108533/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-07.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.