Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking qualified individuals to become special agents, applying their expertise to protect national security and public safety. The role combines rigorous investigations with cybersecurity work and cross‑agency collaboration to counter evolving threats.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens with a bachelor’s degree, willing to travel, able to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance, and prepared for demanding physical and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Willing to travel as required.
• Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance required.
• Equal opportunity employer with nondiscrimination policies.

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

Cybersecurity

Investigations

Public safety

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. As an FBI special agent, you'll directly impact national security. By harnessing your background to transition into federal law enforcement, you can help shape the Bureau's approach to safeguarding our nation. At the FBI, you will have the opportunity to channel your expertise to protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. From conducting high-stakes investigations to leveraging your depth of knowledge in cybersecurity to uncover crucial information, your technical skills are essential to investigating crimes that threaten public safety. Your transition from a specialized career to a special agent role will be transformative, utilizing your expertise to tackle national security challenges in innovative ways. Every day brings new challenges that demand your adaptability and resilience, but you're not alone in this journey. The Bureau matches your dedication with a commitment to professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a robust benefits package that prioritizes you. Set yourself apart. Apply today.

Salary Level

• $97,300.00–$125,544.00

Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay. Upon graduation, new special agent salaries plus AVP range from $129,045.00–$166,500.00.

Major Duties

• 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.

Key Requirements

• 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 the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.