Special Agent with Cybersecurity and Technology Expertise

Overview

This opportunity is exempted from the federal civilian hiring pause. Utilize your cybersecurity expertise to advance your career as an FBI Special Agent! Transitioning from a technology role to a Special Agent position offers more than a job change—it’s a chance to expand your skills and become an authority in cybersecurity investigations.

At the FBI, you will apply and enhance your technical background by tackling complex cases that demand critical thinking, adaptability, and collaboration with elite professionals addressing national security challenges. Your technical acumen will be vital in uncovering key information and combating cyber threats, terrorism, and fraud.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage investigations related to potential breaches of federal laws, cybersecurity incidents, and public safety threats.
• Exercise sound judgment, creativity, and flexibility to meet diverse investigative requirements.
• Develop and sustain strong partnerships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement organizations.
• Maintain physical fitness necessary to perform demanding law enforcement responsibilities effectively.

Requirements and Eligibility

• Applicants must be United States citizens.
• Eligibility to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel as the job demands.
• Compliance with FBI employment eligibility standards.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher—preferably in computer science, engineering, data science, information technology, or related fields—from an accredited U.S. university or college.
• Submission of official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications.

Compensation

Salary ranges from $93,749 to $133,200 annually, depending on base salary, geographic locality, and additional availability pay.

Application Process

1. Begin your application by clicking the “Apply” button to access the official FBI careers website.
2. Create an account or sign in to begin the online application steps.
3. Complete all sections thoroughly and upload all required documents to successfully submit your application.

Essential documents include:

• A current resume detailing relevant work experience with accurate start and end dates in no more than two pages.
• Supporting materials such as college transcripts, as necessary.
• For veterans: DD 214 form; for Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and a VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

The FBI is committed to equal opportunity and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital or parental status, disability, age (40+), sex, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other non-merit based factors.