Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 97,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking a Special Agent to protect national security by leading cybersecurity and investigative efforts. You will plan and conduct investigations, collaborate with multiple law enforcement partners, and maintain peak physical readiness to perform duties.

Requirements include US citizenship, ability to obtain Top Secret SCI clearance, willingness to travel, and a bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S. accredited institution.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Top Secret/SCI clearance required or the ability to obtain.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Must meet FBI Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.

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 liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to perform law enforcement duties.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Investigations

Public safety focus

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher (U.S. accreditation)

Job description

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.

SALARY LEVEL

• $97,300.00–$125,544.00
• 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.