Diplomatic Security Foreign Service Special Agent (SA) (FP-2501)

Summary The U.S. Department of State is developing a rank-ordered list of eligible hires for a limited number of Foreign Service Special Agent (SA) vacancies based on the needs of the Department. Learn more about a career in the Foreign Service and about the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. Joining the Foreign Service is more than just salary. Refer to the Benefits section for more information on total compensation. This is a 2501 Foreign Service position equivalent to the 1811 Civil Service series. Responsibilities Diplomatic Security (DS) Special Agents (SA) are sworn federal law enforcement officers who are responsible for the security of personnel, property, and sensitive information throughout the world. DS SAs also are responsible for the protection of the Secretary of State, certain foreign dignitaries during their visits to the U.S., and others as designated by the Secretary of State. DS SAs investigate passport, visa, and document fraud, as well as federal crimes in the Special ...

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