Special Agent with STEM-Engineering Expertise

Job Overview

This employment opportunity has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Utilize your STEM education and engineering expertise to serve as a Special Agent with the FBI. This role goes beyond a routine career shift – it enhances your skills while engaging you in investigations where critical thinking, fast adaptation, and teamwork with top-tier professionals are essential to protecting national security.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute investigations into potential breaches of federal laws including cybersecurity and public safety concerns.
• Apply sound judgment, resourcefulness, and flexibility to meet complex investigative needs.
• Establish and sustain constructive liaison relationships with governmental law enforcement bodies at federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international levels.
• Preserve physical fitness levels adequate to perform demanding law enforcement duties effectively.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
• Ability to secure a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance is mandatory.
• Capable and willing to travel as job demands arise.
• Must comply with FBI Employment Eligibility standards.
• A bachelor's degree or higher is required, preferably in engineering or a related STEM field, from an accredited U.S. institution.
• All academic credentials must be verified via submission of official transcripts.

Additional Information

Applicants must submit a detailed resume highlighting relevant work history with precise start and end dates, not exceeding two pages. Required supplemental documentation includes official college transcripts and, if applicable, veteran status documents such as DD 214 and VA certification letters. Salary ranges from $93,749 to $133,200 annually, adjusted based on basic pay, locality, and availability pay.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The FBI provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital or parental status, disability, age, sex, pregnancy, or any other nonmerit factors.