What are the 11 divisions of the FBI?

Contents
  • Director's Office.
  • National Security Branch.
  • Criminal, Cyber, Response, and Services Branch.
  • Intelligence Branch.
  • Science and Technology Branch.
  • Information and Technology Branch.
  • Human Resources Branch.
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How many divisions of the FBI are there?

The FBI has 56 field offices (also called divisions) centrally located in major metropolitan areas across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. They are the places where we carry out investigations, assess local and regional crime threats, and work closely with partners on cases and operations.
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What are the 5 divisions of the FBI?

Currently, FBI employs over 13,500 Special Agents in its five major divisions, which are Intelligence, Counterintelligence, Counterterrorism, Criminal and Cyber.
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What is the highest rank of FBI?

Tip. The highest rank in the FBI is the director. The office is filled by presidential appointment, provided the Senate votes to confirm. The FBI director answers to the U.S. attorney general, the director of national intelligence and various congressional committees.
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What are the different specialties in the FBI?

Specialties. FBI agents choose one of five specialties: intelligence, counterterrorism, criminal, cyber, or counterintelligence.
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How 9/11 changed the FBI



Do all FBI jobs require a degree?

All FBI agents must hold a bachelor's degree at minimum, and many possess a master's degree or higher. FBI agents often earn degrees in fields such as criminal justice or political science, though the Bureau does not maintain any specific academic major requirements for applicants.
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Can FBI agents be married to each other?

He states: 'According to Edward Boudt, Principal Legal Advisor for the Cincinnati branch of the FBI, any agent can date whomever they choose, no matter whether the other person is another agent, a supervisor, or any of the support personnel (clerks, paralegal).
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Who is higher DEA or FBI?

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) scored higher in 7 areas: Overall Rating, Career Opportunities, Work-life balance, Culture & Values, CEO Approval, % Recommend to a friend and Positive Business Outlook.
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Who is above the CIA?

Relationship with other intelligence agencies

The CIA acts as the primary US HUMINT and general analytic agency, under the Director of National Intelligence, who directs or coordinates the 16 member organizations of the United States Intelligence Community.
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Can FBI agents carry guns anywhere?

Agents are allowed to carry personal weapons, provided they do not violate the policies regarding firearms. Unless otherwise instructed, agents are required to be armed at all times.
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What are the FBI ranks?

Rank structure
  • Field agents. New agent trainee. Special agent. Senior special agent. Supervisory special agent. Assistant special agent-in-charge (ASAC) ...
  • FBI management. Deputy assistant director. Assistant director. Associate executive assistant director. Executive assistant director. Associate deputy director.
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Is the BAU still active?

The BAU does exist in real life, but the profilers seen in the thrilling weekly drama series have no real-life counterparts. Also, the cases on "Criminal Minds" tend to be solved rather quickly (usually within a few weeks), but real-life criminal investigations tend to take months, if not years, to reach fruition.
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What branch of the FBI is the BAU in?

The Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) was created in 1985 as part of the National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime (NCAVC), itself established in 1985. The IOSS (Investigations & Operations Support Section) is a branch of the FBI's overall CIRG Critical Incident Response Group.
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Who is number 1 intelligence agency in the world?

One of the top intelligence agencies in the world is the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
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Which is the most powerful agency in USA?

The federal government's most powerful agency is not the Department of Defense, with its tanks and ships and aircraft. It's not the CIA with its worldwide network of spies. It's not the Treasury Department managing trillions of dollars. It's the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
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Are NSA and CIA the same?

Unlike the CIA and the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), both of which specialize primarily in foreign human espionage, the NSA does not publicly conduct human-source intelligence gathering.
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What does SSA mean in FBI?

A supervisory special agent is a specific job within the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). It gives them with the responsibility of leading teams of special agents in investigations. It requires them to report directly to managing and executive special agents.
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Do FBI agents have ranks?

Special Agents have their own organizational hierarchy that is unique and can be confusing to those outside of the federal law enforcement community. Below is a pyramid representation and typical pay grades: Special Agent (GS 5 - GS 13) Supervisory Special Agent or Group Supervisor or Resident Agent in Charge (GS-14)
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Can you transfer from DEA to FBI?

DEA agents are civil servants, while FBI agents are considered part of the "excepted service," meaning they do not have the same job protections as regular civil servants. For example, DEA agents may refuse transfers, while FBI agents can be required to move around the country.
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Can you have a tattoo in the FBI?

Kellie: Yeah, they are allowed. Now I would suggest that if you're looking to get a tattoo, be very judicious in where you place it, just because the image of the Academy in the FBI is extremely important. So just be judicious in your placement of your tattoo. Stephanie: Okay.
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Can FBI agents drink alcohol?

All federal government agencies have strict drug-free workplace policies and the FBI is no different. But the policy against drug use doesn't address alcohol use. That said, the FBI probably won't tolerate excessive drinking within its ranks because of the problems that can arise.
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Can FBI agents have dyed hair?

Hair must be of reasonable length without faddish or exaggerated style or color.
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What will disqualify you from FBI?

These include:
  • Non-U.S. citizenship.
  • Conviction of a felony (Special Agent candidates only: conviction of a domestic violence misdemeanor or more serious offense)
  • Violation of the FBI Employment Drug Policy (please see below for additional details)
  • Default on a student loan insured by the U.S. Government.
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What is the youngest you can join the FBI?

You must be at least 23 years old at the time of your appointment. You must also be younger than 37, unless you qualify for an age waiver available to veterans.
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