National Security Special Agent

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

Job summary

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks a Special Agent to protect the nation from cyber-attacks, terrorism, and evolving threats. The role emphasizes investigations, national security challenges, and readiness to tackle complex cases with specialized expertise.

Position details include GS-13 level potential, location across U.S. offices, minimum 50 hours/week, and a salary range of $93,749 - $133,200 per year plus locality and availability pay.

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. Citizen.
• Have a bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• One year of full-time sworn law enforcement work experience with a bachelor's, or a master's/doctorate with no work experience.
• Two years of full-time work experience with a bachelor's, or one year with a master's/doctorate.
• Be eligible for a Top-Secret SCI Clearance.
• Be able to legally possess/carry a firearm.
• Be at least 23 years old and not have reached your 37th birthday on appointment.
• Meet FBI Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Pass the Physical Fitness Test requirements.
• Meet medical requirements.
• Possess a valid driver's license with at least six months driving experience.
• Be available for assignment to any of 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.

Job description

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks a Special Agent to protect the nation from cyber-attacks, terrorism, and evolving threats. The role emphasizes investigations, national security challenges, and readiness to tackle complex cases with specialized expertise.

Position details include GS-13 level potential, location across U.S. offices, minimum 50 hours/week, and a salary range of $93,749 - $133,200 per year plus locality and availability pay.