Special Agent with STEM-Engineering Expertise
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Greater New Orleans Region · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- USD 93,749 – USD 133,200 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or related field
- Eligibility
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens eligible for Top Secret SCI clearance who meet FBI's employment criteria. Candidates preferably hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline from an accredited U.S. university.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Job Overview
This role invites individuals with a STEM, particularly engineering, background to transition into a Special Agent position. The FBI seeks candidates eager to apply their technical skills while gaining expertise through investigative work addressing major national threats including cyberattacks, terrorism, and fraud.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead investigations into possible breaches of federal laws, focusing on cybersecurity and public safety.
- Apply critical thinking, adaptability, and resourcefulness to meet demanding investigative objectives.
- Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement entities.
- Maintain physical fitness to meet law enforcement performance standards.
Qualifications and Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
- Eligibility for a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.
- Willingness to travel as required by assignment.
- Fulfillment of all FBI employment eligibility standards.
- A minimum of a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university, preferably in engineering or a related discipline. Official transcripts are required for degree verification.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $93,749 to $133,200 annually. This is adjusted based on base pay, locality, and availability factors.
Application Process
Applicants must complete an online submission including a resume (no longer than two pages) detailing relevant work history with specific start and end dates. Additional documentation such as college transcripts and, for veterans, appropriate military service records must be included.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity
The FBI is committed to equal opportunity employment, ensuring all qualified applicants are considered without bias or discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, disability, age, gender, pregnancy status, or any other non-merit factor.