Special Agent: Physical Sciences for National Security

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking individuals with a background in physical sciences to join as special agents. Your analytical skills will drive investigations addressing cyber, terrorism, and other threats, while you develop mastery across complex data and cross‑agency collaboration.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, able to obtain Top Secret SCI clearance, willing to travel, and meet FBI employment eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain Top Secret SCI clearance.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Must meet the FBI Employment Eligibility requirements.

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

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Pattern recognition

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical sciences

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking individuals with a background in physical sciences to join as special agents. Your analytical skills will drive investigations addressing cyber, terrorism, and other threats, while you develop mastery across complex data and cross‑agency collaboration.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, able to obtain Top Secret SCI clearance, willing to travel, and meet FBI employment eligibility requirements.