Intelligence Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze.

At the FBI, we don’t just hire talent—we build it from the ground up. We employ individuals who are not only ready to enhance their intelligence expertise and analytical skills but also looking to contribute effectively to their teams.

The intelligence analyst role is crucial. You’ll be responsible for conducting comprehensive intelligence evaluations, supporting counterterrorism initiatives, and assessing evolving threats. Your expertise extends to a wide range of critical fields, such as geospatial intelligence, cyber threat analysis, and military operations coordination, you’ll use and advance tools like predictive modeling software and geospatial mapping systems deployed in various environments.

When urgent situations demand immediate attention, intelligence analysts are there to provide their invaluable support. You excel at interpreting complex intelligence data using your strategic mindset and problem-solving abilities to uncover actionable insights and mitigate risks. From collecting raw intelligence data to developing detailed assessments on potential threats, you ensure that every phase of the process contributes to national security. Your ability to connect counterterrorism intelligence with cyber threat patterns positions you to outpace emerging challenges with precision and foresight.

With the FBI’s specialized training and professional development courses, working at the Bureau will help you become more efficient, improve your skill set, and advance your career—all while making a significant impact on national security.

Set yourself apart. Apply today.

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.

STEP 2: Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either sign in to continue or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.

STEP 3: Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your interest.

1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
2. Other supporting documents:

• College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
• Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.

SALARY LEVEL

Pay level for this position:

• GS 7–12: $55,705.00–$128,460.00

Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Review FBI communications to identify and evaluate the intelligence information therein.
• Prepare and disseminate intelligence information while protecting sources and investigations through correct document classification and controls.
• Communicate with various internal and external law enforcement and Intelligence Community (IC) members to gain a better understanding of sources, operations, missions, and requirements.
• Conduct basic analysis to include collation of raw, primary, and secondary data derived from various sources such as automated database systems, operational intelligence reports, miscellaneous communications, case files, internal and external automation systems, and other sources.
• Participate in interagency committees and meetings as representatives.
• Evaluate incoming reports and information, and performs interpretations and projections under the guidance of senior analysts.
• Prepare basic to complex descriptive and current reportorial intelligence reports to higher-level analysts and superiors in their assigned area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, executive orders, and directives promulgated by the Congress, Attorney General, and the Director of the FBI, to achieve goals and objectives.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

GS-7: Applicant must possess at least one year of specialized experience (SE) equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Assist in the preparation of reports.
• Utilize databases to further research.

GS-9: Applicant must possess at least one year of specialized experience (SE) equivalent to the GS-7 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

In addition to the above:

• Research, analyze and assemble pertinent facts into finished reports.
• Utilize computer systems to receive and provide information using database/sources.
• Apply collection methods and techniques/skills relevant to data collection/research.
• Manipulate and exploit data systems to gather information, analyze, and report findings.

GS-11: Applicant must possess at least one year of specialized experience (SE) equivalent to the GS-9 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

In addition to the above:

• Conduct proactive analytical reviews of data to identify patterns.
• Analyze information and make decisions regarding its value and worth to a case.
• Participate in committees and meetings as representatives of an organization or functional unit.
• Provide briefings, intelligence reports, and/or recommendations to management or higher-level staff.

GS-12: Applicant must possess at least one year of specialized experience (SE) equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

In addition to the above:

• Guide investigative, programmatic, and policy decisions by the intelligence, policy, and law enforcement communities.
• Manage the collection and dissemination of intelligence information from investigations, sources and contacts to the intelligence, policy, and law enforcement communities
• Perform liaison duties with other US and foreign government agencies on a wide variety of topics

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be willing to travel as required.
• Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Must complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.
• Must complete form FD-877, Request for Access to (SCI).
• Must successfully pass a series of assessments, known as the IA Selection Process (IASP).
• Must successfully complete the 12-week Intelligence Basic Field Training Course (BFTC) at the FBI Academy in Quantico, VA. This is a full-time-in-residence program.
• Must sign a mobility service agreement indicating your willingness to relocate to any field office, based on the needs of the FBI. Applicants will receive some moving expenses based on your new office assignment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.

Education may be substituted for specialized experience (SE) as follows:

• GS-7: Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement or one full year of graduate-level education. Superior academic achievement is the completion of all the requirements of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average of 2.9 or higher as recorded on an official transcript or as based on courses completed during the final two years of the curriculum, or (3) honor society membership.
• GS-9: Applicant must have a master’s or equivalent graduate degree OR two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree (or LLB or JD, if related).
• GS-11: Applicant must have a Ph.D. OR equivalent doctoral degree OR three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LLM, if related.
• GS-12 and above: Education may not be substituted for SE at this grade level.

All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other nonmerit factors.