Overview
Join to apply for the Computer Scientist role at Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) .
At the FBI, we don’t just recognize talent—we build it from the ground up. We employ individuals who are ready to enhance their technical proficiency in areas such as penetration testing, software development, and vulnerability research and who are looking to contribute effectively to their teams.
As a computer scientist, you will conduct forensic analysis; perform reverse engineering; and develop software solutions using languages such as Python, Java, Swift, C++, and C. Your role includes identifying vulnerabilities in mobile platforms (iOS and Android) and ensuring the integrity of various systems with precision and expertise in analyzing complex systems, troubleshooting issues, and implementing secure coding practices.
When urgent situations demand immediate attention, computer scientists provide invaluable support. You will apply analytical skills to uncover insights, solve complex cases, and ensure system integrity across project lifecycles, from initial setup to final software optimization.
With the FBI’s comprehensive benefits package, you’ll find career advancement opportunities, a competitive salary, impactful work, and continual training. Working at the Bureau can expand your skill set and advance your career while contributing to national security.
Set yourself apart. Apply today.
How to Apply
- Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.
- 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.
- Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your interest.
Documents to attach :
Your resume, noting relevant work experience and dates.College transcripts, if required by education or for an education-based requirement.Veterans : DD 214; Disabled Veterans : DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.Please see site instructions for attaching documents.
Note : This is NOT a vacancy announcement. By completing the application, you are joining a repository of interested applicants who will be considered to fill current and future Computer Scientist opportunities. Additional selections may be made to fill positions with similar duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Major Duties
Develop, deploy, and maintain bespoke capabilities, tools, and analytics needed to conduct the FBI's counterterrorism mission.Understand and partner with enterprise environments, architectures, applications, policies and compliance to provide capabilities.Partner with mission teams to build automation capabilities, exploit data, and provide technical support.Perform design analysis, testing, documentation, and implementation of complex computer programs and secure databases.Apply both theoretical and application-oriented computer science methodologies.Conduct requirement elicitations and analyses for improving the design of existing tools and gathering needs for new capabilities.Create tailored data visualizations from disparate enterprise data repositories.Advise on and review designs of other application projects to ensure quality products are delivered.Develop and extend cost methods for the purpose of support comparisons.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 :
Use existing tools and methods to identify, preserve, and analyze digital evidence.Assist with implementing custom tools, techniques, and procedures used to address unique investigative situations.Provide basic technical and other professional assistance in conducting interviews; searches; and other investigative, operational, liaison, and / or outreach activity.Assist in drafting documents on basic technical and other professional matters.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 :
Troubleshoot and modify, as needed, existing tools and methods to identify, preserve, and analyze digital evidence.Assist with developing custom tools and methods to identify, analyze, and preserve digital evidence.Assist in drafting documents on more advanced technical matters.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 :
Assist others with basic system and network procurement, installation, administration, and security.Use, troubleshoot, and modify existing cyber tools and methods to identify, preserve, and analyze digital evidence.Assist with developing and implementing custom tools and methods.Provide basic technical and other professional assistance in conducting interviews, searches, and other investigative and operations activities.Draft documents on basic technical and other professional matters and assist in drafting documents on advanced matters.Assist in coordinating with the private sector and other divisions.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 :
Perform basic computer system and network procurement, installation, administration, and security and assist others on more complex matters.Use, troubleshoot, and modify existing cyber tools and methods to identify, preserve, and analyze digital evidence.Develop and implement basic custom tools.Provide technical and other professional assistance in conducting interviews, searches, and other investigative activities.Draft documents on technical and other professional matters and assist in drafting documents on advanced matters.Perform liaison duties and outreach.GS-13 : Applicant must possess at least one year of specialized experience (SE) equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. SE is defined as follows :
Perform advanced computer system and network procurement, installation, administration, and security, and assist others on more complex matters.Use, troubleshoot, and modify existing cyber tools and methods to identify, preserve, and analyze digital evidence.Identify, develop, vet, and implement new tools and methods.Provide advanced technical and other professional assistance in conducting interviews, searches, and other investigative activities.Coordinate with the private sector and other divisions to lead in resolving technical and other relevant issues.Acts as a subject matter expert and testify as such in court.Remain current with major new advances in cyber and technology topics and provide guidance, tools, and methods on addressing these advances at the national level.Key Requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen.Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.Must be willing to travel as required.Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.Education and Experiential Requirements
Education
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science from a U.S. accredited college or university.Education may be substituted for Specialized Experience (SE) as follows :
GS-7 : bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement or one full year of graduate-level education.GS-9 : master’s or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or related degree.GS-11 : Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or related degree.GS-12 and above : Education may not be substituted for SE at this level.All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection will be made without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, disability, or other nonmerit factors where permitted by law.
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Defense and Space Manufacturing, Armed Forces, and Software Development
Get notified about new Computer Scientist jobs in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.
Location notes and related postings are provided for context in this description.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
){kind=logo}