Special Agent: STEM Background

About the position Use your STEM background to become an FBI Special Agent! FBI Special Agents apply their professional expertise and unique skill sets to their work and role every day. Special Agents come from many professional backgrounds, including STEM. Because technology permeates every aspect of what we do, we need logical thinkers experienced in network security, computer science, software engineering, mathematical formulation and more. You can expect continued specialized training once onboard and opportunities to work on some of the Bureau's most complex cases. The scope and scale of our investigations provide unique challenges unlike anything you could work on in the private sector. Candidates must adhere to strict standards of conduct and undergo a rigorous background investigation, credit checks, and a polygraph in order to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance. They must pass all physical fitness requirements and be physically fit to complete training at the FBI Academy at Quantico, VA, and maintain a high level of fitness throughout their career. Additionally, candidates must pass a medical exam, which includes, but is not limited to, meeting visual and hearing standards. Successful completion of approximately 18 weeks of employment as a Special Agent trainee at the FBI Academy is required, after which agents may be transferred to one of the FBI's 56 Field Offices, including San Juan, Puerto Rico, or remote resident agencies to meet the needs of the FBI. Special Agents are expected to work a minimum of a 50-hour workweek, which may include irregular hours, and be on-call 24/7, including holidays and weekends. They must be willing and able to participate in arrests, execute search warrants, raids, and similar assignments. All Special Agent candidates must successfully complete the Special Agent Selection System (SASS), a mentally and physically challenging process designed to find only the most capable applicants. The selection process typically takes one year or more to complete. Responsibilities • Adhere to strict standards of conduct. , • Undergo a rigorous background investigation, credit checks, and a polygraph to obtain a Top Secret SCI Clearance. , • Pass all physical fitness requirements and maintain a high level of fitness throughout your career. , • Pass a medical exam, including visual and hearing standards. , • Successfully complete approximately 18 weeks of training at the FBI Academy at Quantico, VA. , • Be available to transfer to one of the FBI's 56 Field Offices after graduation. , • Be available for temporary duty assignments anywhere in the world. , • Work a minimum of a 50-hour workweek, including irregular hours, and be on-call 24/7. , • Participate in arrests, execute search warrants, raids, and similar assignments. , • Successfully complete the Special Agent Selection System (SASS). Requirements • Must be a U.S. citizen. , • Must be at least 23 years old and not have reached your 37th birthday on appointment. , • Able to obtain a Top Secret SCI Clearance. , • Two years of full-time professional work experience. , • Meet the FBI's Employment Eligibility requirements. , • Possess a valid driver's license with at least six months driving experience. , • Bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S.-accredited college or university, preferably in IT, forensic science, computer technology, or similar disciplines. Nice-to-haves • Experience in military leadership (1 year preferred). Benefits • Dental insurance , • Vision insurance Apply Job!