National Security Law Honors Attorney

Talent Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The CIA seeks Honors Attorneys and Attorneys to provide legal counsel on intelligence and national security matters from its Washington, DC area offices. Candidates must complete a Juris Doctor by Spring 2027 and pass the bar within 14 months of employment start. U.S.

citizenship and a successful background investigation are required. Honors Attorneys possess under three years of post-law school experience and work under close supervision while developing strong legal writing, analysis, and

Qualifications

• JD degree completed by Spring 2027.
• Must pass the bar within 14 months of start date.
• Honors Attorneys require GPA 3.0+ for qualifying schools if no work experience.
• U.S. citizenship and background investigation required.

Skills

Legal analysis, reasoning, writing

Interpersonal & communication skills

Independent and team work

Sound judgment

Adaptability to changing circumstances

Multitasking & prioritization

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

The CIA seeks Honors Attorneys and Attorneys to provide legal counsel on intelligence and national security matters from its Washington, DC area offices. Candidates must complete a Juris Doctor by Spring 2027 and pass the bar within 14 months of employment start. U.S.

citizenship and a successful background investigation are required. Honors Attorneys possess under three years of post-law school experience and work under close supervision while developing strong legal writing, analysis, and