Special Agent — National Security & Cyber Investigations

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

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation seeks a Special Agent to protect the nation from cyber threats, terrorism, fraud, and evolving dangers. You will conduct high-stakes investigations, apply your expertise to uncover crucial information, and tackle national security challenges in innovative ways.

Location: U.S. locations; full-time, GS-level duties; you must meet extensive requirements, including citizenship, degrees, security clearance, physical fitness, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. Citizen.
• Have a bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Possess one (1) year of full-time sworn law enforcement or an advanced degree combination with no work experience; OR two (2) years of full-time work experience with a bachelor's degree or one year with an advanced degree.
• 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; exceptions may apply.
• Meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Must pass the Physical Fitness Test physical requirements.
• Meet the medical requirements of the position.
• Possess a valid driver's license with at least six months driving experience.
• Be available for assignment to any of the 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 effective 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.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation seeks a Special Agent to protect the nation from cyber threats, terrorism, fraud, and evolving dangers. You will conduct high-stakes investigations, apply your expertise to uncover crucial information, and tackle national security challenges in innovative ways.

Location: U.S. locations; full-time, GS-level duties; you must meet extensive requirements, including citizenship, degrees, security clearance, physical fitness, and the ability to travel.