Special Agent: Law/Legal Background

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Georgia; On-site; USD 99,461 - 128,329; Full time

Job summary

A national security agency is seeking Special Agents with a law background. Applicants should have a bachelor's or J.D. degree in law, strong analytical skills, and readiness to handle complex federal investigations. The role involves planning and conducting investigations into federal laws and cybersecurity threats, along with maintaining relationships with various law enforcement bodies. A competitive salary range of approximately $99,461 to $128,329 is offered, dependent on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Able to obtain a Top Secret SCI Clearance.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws.
• Exercise judgment and resourcefulness in meeting investigative demands.
• Maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain physical fitness for law enforcement duties.

Skills

Legal research experience

Analytical skills

Resourcefulness

Versatility

Education

Bachelor's or J.D. degree in law or a related field

Job description

Special Agent: Law/Legal Background

Use your law background to become an FBI special agent! The transition from legal fields to special agent is more than a career move—it’s an opportunity to upskill and become an expert in your field. At the FBI, you’ll apply your legal research experience to investigative cases that challenge you to think critically, adapt quickly, and collaborate with elite professionals tackling national security threats. Your analytical skills will help protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.

How to Apply

1. Click the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.
2. Click the “Start” button. Sign in or register with FBIJobs if you don’t have an account.
3. Follow the step‑by‑step process to submit your interest. Include:
   • Your resume (no more than two pages).
   • Other supporting documents: college transcripts (if qualifying), DD 214 for veterans, DD 214 and additional records for disabled veterans.

Salary Level

• $99,461.00 – $128,329.00 (pay level; commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay)

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.

Education

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or J.D. degree (preferably in law, legal, or a related field) from a U.S. accredited college or university. All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Selection will be made without regard to, and no discrimination will occur 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 nonmerit factors.