Special Agent: Psychology & Counseling for Security

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

Job summary

The FBI seeks individuals transitioning from psychology or counseling into a special agent career. As an FBI special agent, you will apply analytical skills to investigations across cyber, terrorism, fraud, and public safety, using data patterns to uncover critical information and support national security.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, able to obtain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance, and willing to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology or related field from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

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

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

The FBI seeks individuals transitioning from psychology or counseling into a special agent career. As an FBI special agent, you will apply analytical skills to investigations across cyber, terrorism, fraud, and public safety, using data patterns to uncover critical information and support national security.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, able to obtain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance, and willing to travel.