The FBI is working to hire 900 special agents, many of whom will need to have STEM-related skill sets to conduct technology-focused investigations now and in the future.

LeFevre and his team conduct outreach to STEM-focused college students and other potential employees whose skills match the FBI’s needs. With the Bureau’s ever-increasing cyber mission, and the fact that nearly every crime has some technology component, the FBI is hiring investigators with technology and other related skills.

“Many engineers, computer scientists, and other technical professionals don’t realize we want to hire them, but we do,” LeFevre said. “They still think of FBI special agents as police officers and lawyers like the old days. But once we explain we’re looking for great people from all backgrounds, especially science and tech, potential recruits are more receptive to our message.”

Special agent recruits must be able to meet the qualifications, including the ability to obtain a security clearance and pass a physical fitness test.

