Special Agent — National Security & Cyber Investigations

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking qualified individuals for Special Agent roles to protect the nation from cyber-attacks, terrorism, and evolving threats. The position emphasizes investigation leadership, critical analysis, and collaboration across agencies to secure public safety.

Special Agents operate at high standards of physical and professional readiness, with opportunities across 56 field offices and potential nationwide travel, contributing to strategic national security

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 experience and a bachelor’s degree or a master’s/doctoral degree and no work experience; OR
• Possess two (2) years of full-time work experience and a bachelor’s degree or one year of full-time work experience and a master’s/doctoral degree.
• Be eligible for a Top-Secret SCI Clearance.
• Be able to legally possess a firearm.
• Be at least 23 years old and not have reached your 37th birthday on appointment; exceptions may apply.
• Meet FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Pass the Physical Fitness Test 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 FBI Field Office; 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.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Clearance eligibility (Top-Secret SCI)

Willingness to travel

Physical fitness readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university

Job description

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking qualified individuals for Special Agent roles to protect the nation from cyber-attacks, terrorism, and evolving threats. The position emphasizes investigation leadership, critical analysis, and collaboration across agencies to secure public safety.

Special Agents operate at high standards of physical and professional readiness, with opportunities across 56 field offices and potential nationwide travel, contributing to strategic national security