INTELLIGENCE ANALYST

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is an Intelligence Community (IC) agency like no other. As an FBI Intelligence Analyst (IA), you will lead analysis of criminal and national security threats to the U.S. that helps the FBI, policymakers, and partners identify threats and opportunities and inform decision-making. You will apply analytic tradecraft to analyze information derived from our unique blend of law enforcement and intelligence authorities.

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Summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is an Intelligence Community (IC) agency like no other. As an FBI Intelligence Analyst (IA), you will lead analysis of criminal and national security threats to the U.S. that helps the FBI, policymakers, and partners identify threats and opportunities and inform decision-making. You will apply analytic tradecraft to analyze information derived from our unique blend of law enforcement and intelligence authorities.

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Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $43,106 - $82,938 per year

Salaries listed are the base rate of pay on the GS scale. A complete list, including locality pay can be found at OPM.gov

Pay scale & grade

GS 7 - 11

Promotion potential 14

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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0132 Intelligence

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Financial disclosure required Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number DESTIMP-13114742-27-CT Control number 892474800

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

Individuals with disabilities

Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens.

Duties

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• 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.
• 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.
• May participate in interagency committees and meetings as representatives.
• Evaluate incoming reports, 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.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Clearance (SCI)
• Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually
• Selectee will be required to complete form FD-877, Request for Access to (SCI)
• Must have a Bachelors Degree
• 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 may receive relocation benefits based on new office assignment.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience (SE):

GS 7: Applicants must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 5 grade level. SE is as follows:

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

GS 9: Applicants must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 7 grade level. SE is as follows:

• 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: Applicants must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS 9 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

• 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

Desired Skills:

Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants.

• Cyber: Degree(s) or experience in computer science, computer engineering, information assurance/security, information science, data science/analytics, ethical/white hat hacking, telecommunications security, programming/coding or computer forensics.

OR

• National Security: Degree(s) or experience in international relations/foreign affairs, international migration, world religions, homeland security, international law, international finance, or a degree of study in the following areas: Central Asia, China, Korea, the Middle East, Eurasia, Cuba, or Latin America

. OR

• Hard Sciences: Degree(s) or experience in engineering, chemical, biological/agriculture, physics, physical science, electrical, biometrics, biomedical, or forensic science.

OR

• Other: Degree(s) or experience in accounting/economics, geospatial/mapping, social media exploitation, journalism, or psychology/sociology.

Education

All degrees must be from an accredited college or university. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows:

GS-7: Applicant must have a bachelors degree with superior academic achievement (SAA) or one (1) full year of graduate level education. (SAA) is the completion of all the requirements of a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average of 2.95 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 masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related.

GS-11: Applicant must have a Ph.D. OR equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related.

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.

Additional information

This job opening will close November 27, 2026 or until a maximum of 3000 applicants is reached.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:

Analytic Thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Flexibility and Adaptability

Information Management

Initiative

Interpersonal Ability

Organization and Planning

Problem Solving and Judgement

Qualifications and Evaluations

Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume.

Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBIs Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that are not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from consideration.

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Required documents

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:

1. Utilizing the Resume Builder, outline your relevant work experience and associated start and end dates, Uploaded resumes will not be reviewed or used for qualification purposes.

2. A complete assessment questionnaire

3. College Transcripts

4. Other supporting documents (if applicable):

• Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50 (if applicable) - Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later (if applicable)

Although an applicant may see these documents within their current profile, the HR Specialists may not have access to view them. All applicants MUST upload another copy to ensure the staffing units can review the complete application.

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Agency contact information

Human Resources Intelligence Analyst Staffing

Email FBI_STAFFINGIASP@fbi.gov Address Federal Bureau of Investigation

935 Pennsylvania Avenue

Washington, DC 20535

US

Next steps

Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:

1. Utilizing the Resume Builder, outline your relevant work experience and associated start and end dates, Uploaded resumes will not be reviewed or used for qualification purposes.

2. A complete assessment questionnaire

3. College Transcripts

4. Other supporting documents (if applicable):

• Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50 (if applicable) - Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later (if applicable)

Although an applicant may see these documents within their current profile, the HR Specialists may not have access to view them. All applicants MUST upload another copy to ensure the staffing units can review the complete application.

How to Apply

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To apply for the Intelligence Analyst position, please click here .

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Agency contact information

Human Resources Intelligence Analyst Staffing

Email FBI_STAFFINGIASP@fbi.gov Address Federal Bureau of Investigation

935 Pennsylvania Avenue

Washington, DC 20535

US

Next steps

Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request