Legal Careers

📍 Washington, District of Columbia · 🏛 Central Intelligence Agency · 💰 $93,000–$200,000 per year · 🎓 GS 11–15 · 🧭 Intelligence (0132) · ⏳ Closes Jan 31, 2027 · 81 days left · 🗓 Posted Sep 1, 2026
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About this job

The CIA's Office of General Counsel (OGC) is an independent office that supports the General Counsel in their role as chief legal officer for the Agency. OGC personnel provide legal advice and guidance to the Director of CIA and other Agency officials on a variety of legal matters related to the Agency's operations and management as they fulfill their National Security mission. Please visit cia.gov/careers, to view all job opportunities currently available.

Duties

There are more than a dozen occupations within CIA's Office of General Counsel. These include attorneys in the following practices areas: Employment, Environmental, Ethics, Fiscal, FISA, FOIA, Government Contracts, Litigation, Tax, and Technology/Cyber. Additional opportunities exist within the Office of General Counsel for Honors Attorney, Summer Law Clerk, Law Librarian, and Paralegal positions.

Qualifications

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. All candidates for attorney positions should possess the following attributes: Experience with legal analysis, reasoning and writing, including the ability to effectively integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions, including in compressed timeframes Demonstrated advanced interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work both independently and as a team member in a demanding environment Ability to exercise sound judgement in challenging situations Ability to navigate changing circumstances Ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments and competing priorities concurrently Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships inside and outside the CIA Minimum Qualifications (dependent on position) Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association Active membership in the bar of any US jurisdiction At least three years of document experience in one or more of the Agency's practice areas (employment, environmental, ethics, fiscal, FISA, FOIA, government contracts, litigation, tax, and technology/cyber) Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Education

Educational requirements are job specific, please visit cia.gov/careers, for occupational requirements.

Evaluations

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

How to apply

This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit cia.gov/careers/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.

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Required documents

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

What to expect next

After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.

Other information

The CIA's Office of General Counsel is seeking experienced legal professionals, including attorneys, paralegals, and law librarians, to join their team and help address complex national security issues as part of the Agency's critical mission.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Legal Careers job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $93,000–$200,000 per year (GS 11–15).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Jan 31, 2027 — 81 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Washington, District of Columbia with the Central Intelligence Agency.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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Data: USAJobs (U.S. Office of Personnel Management), retrieved 2026-11-11 · Announcement 26-12857491 · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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