Special Agent with STEM Engineering Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Springfield, Vermont, United States · 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
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Job Overview
This role offers STEM professionals, particularly those with engineering expertise, a unique pathway to transition into a Special Agent position with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). This opportunity involves utilizing your engineering and software development skills to support investigations linked to national security, cyber threats, and law enforcement efforts.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead and execute investigations concerning potential breaches of federal laws, cybersecurity incidents, and threats to public safety.
- Apply judgment, adaptability, and resourcefulness to meet the challenges of multi-faceted investigations.
- Establish and nurture cooperative relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement bodies.
- Maintain physical fitness levels necessary to fulfill law enforcement requirements.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
- Eligibility to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance is mandatory.
- Willingness to travel as job demands require.
- Fulfillment of FBI employment eligibility criteria.
- A bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in engineering or a related discipline, from an accredited U.S. institution; official transcripts must be submitted for verification.
Compensation and Application Process
The salary range for this position is between $93,749 and $133,200 annually, depending on base pay, locality adjustments, and availability pay. To apply, candidates should prepare a résumé highlighting relevant experience (limited to two pages) and supporting documents such as transcripts and, if applicable, veteran documentation. Applications must be submitted online via the official FBI careers portal, completing all sections and attaching required documents.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The FBI is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, marital or parental status, disability, age, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, personal favoritism, or any other non-merit considerations.