Operational Careers

📍 Washington, District of Columbia · 🏛 Central Intelligence Agency · 💰 $72,254–$109,975 per year · 🎓 GS 9–12 · 🧭 Intelligence (0132) · ⏳ Closes Jan 31, 2027 · 81 days left · 🗓 Posted Sep 1, 2026
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Job details at a glance

AgencyCentral Intelligence Agency
DepartmentOther Agencies and Independent Organizations
LocationWashington, District of Columbia
Salary$72,254–$109,975 per year
GradeGS 9–12
ScheduleFull-time
Occupation seriesIntelligence (0132)
Openingsmany
Hiring pathsExcepted service, Open to the public, Competitive service
PostedSep 1, 2026
Application deadlineJan 31, 2027
Telework eligibleNo
Remote jobNo
Security clearanceSensitive Compartmented Information
Relocation expenses reimbursedYes
Promotion potential15
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About this job

Discover an operational career at the CIA, where your creativity, critical thinking, discipline, teamwork, and unwavering dedication are vital in delivering foreign intelligence to U.S. Government policymakers. Immerse yourself in mission and purpose with global impact, while you help provide the United States with a tactical and strategic advantage. Please visit cia.gov/careers, to view all job opportunities currently available.

Duties

Job duties will vary based on the occupation. Operational careers include: Case Officer, Collection Management Officer, Paramilitary Officer, Language Officer, Staff Operations Officer, and Targeting Officer.

Qualifications

Interested 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 US Constitution. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. CIA has a variety of operational jobs; all candidates should possess the following attributes: Patriotism Integrity Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) Quick thinking/action, results oriented Curiosity Flexibility and ability to deal with ambiguity Stress tolerance Independent thinking skills Teamwork skills Ability to multi-task Creativity Time management skills Initiative Self-awareness Minimum Qualifications Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently Adaptability and commitment to the mission of the CIA Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Willingness and ability to establish strong personal relationships Ability to "think on your feet" and develop creative yet practical solutions to anticipated and unanticipated problems Interest in seeking answers, learning foreign languages, and studying other cultures

Education

Education Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required. Applicants within one year of earning a four-year degree will be considered. There is no preferred major or program of study. Degrees from foreign academic institutions are accepted, but you are responsible for obtaining and providing CIA with a credential evaluation from an accredited firm confirming that the foreign degree is the equivalent of a BA/BS and/or MA/MS degree conferred by a U.S. college or university. At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred.

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 https://www.cia.gov/careers/, where you can read more about this position and other opportunities; you may express interest in up to four jobs.

Applications are handled only on the official announcement. This page is a readable copy of the public announcement data — the official version controls if anything differs.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Operational Careers job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $72,254–$109,975 per year (GS 9–12).

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 25-12749822 · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
Operational Careers
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