Linguistics Expert to Special Agent: National Security

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

Job summary

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) special agent roles leverage linguistic expertise to analyze, translate, and interpret information that shapes national security investigations. Your background in linguistics and bilingual communication helps you evaluate complex data, identify patterns, and support investigations across cyber, terrorism, fraud and other threats.

At the FBI, you’ll grow professionally within a diverse, mission-driven environment that values critical thinking, adaptability,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in linguistics, foreign language, or a related field from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• U.S. citizen with eligibility for a Top Secret SCI clearance.
• Ability 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

Cross-cultural communication

Bilingual communication

Analytical thinking

Judgment under pressure

Language evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in linguistics or foreign language

Job description

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) special agent roles leverage linguistic expertise to analyze, translate, and interpret information that shapes national security investigations. Your background in linguistics and bilingual communication helps you evaluate complex data, identify patterns, and support investigations across cyber, terrorism, fraud and other threats.

At the FBI, you’ll grow professionally within a diverse, mission-driven environment that values critical thinking, adaptability,