Linguistics Expert — Federal Special Agent

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

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks linguistics professionals for the Special Agent role, where analytical thinking and precision protect national security. Your linguistics background and cross-cultural communication skills will support investigations into cyber threats, fraud, and violent crime.

As an FBI special agent, you will translate, interpret, and analyze complex data, collaborate with federal, state, local, tribal, and international partners, and meet stringent fitness and

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 FBI Employment Eligibility requirements.

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

Linguistics

Cross-cultural comms

Bilingual translation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in linguistics, foreign language, or related field

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks linguistics professionals for the Special Agent role, where analytical thinking and precision protect national security. Your linguistics background and cross-cultural communication skills will support investigations into cyber threats, fraud, and violent crime.

As an FBI special agent, you will translate, interpret, and analyze complex data, collaborate with federal, state, local, tribal, and international partners, and meet stringent fitness and