A job with Central Intelligence Agency in Washington, District of Columbia. It pays $93,994–$121,785 per year at grade GS-11. Applications close on Jan 31, 2027 — 137 days left.
- Working pattern
- On site
- Who can apply
- Competitive service, Excepted service, Open to the public
- Clearance
- Sensitive Compartmented Information
Main duties
- CIA's Office of General Counsel (OGC) has an exciting, dynamic practice that covers a broad range of legal issues and practice areas, including national security law, fiscal law, employment law, government contracts and procurement, ethics, technology and cyber law, digital privacy, and FISA, among others.
- Honors Attorneys serve two 18-month rotations in our centralized OGC office, where we provide the core legal advice and counsel for Agency-wide functions.
- The most competitive candidates will have strong academic credentials, demonstrated excellence in their prior work experience, and show a clear commitment to public service.
- As an Honors Attorney, you will: Provide legal advice and policy counsel to CIA leadership on complex areas of law affecting the CIA's duties and responsibilities under authorities including the National Security Act, the CIA Act, and Executive Orders.
Full details
About the role
Attorneys at the CIA provide advice and counsel on a variety of issues relating to intelligence and national security, as well as on the routine practices of an executive agency deployed worldwide.
What you will do
- CIA's Office of General Counsel (OGC) has an exciting, dynamic practice that covers a broad range of legal issues and practice areas, including national security law, fiscal law, employment law, government contracts and procurement, ethics, technology and cyber law, digital privacy, and FISA, among others.
- Honors Attorneys serve two 18-month rotations in our centralized OGC office, where we provide the core legal advice and counsel for Agency-wide functions.
- The most competitive candidates will have strong academic credentials, demonstrated excellence in their prior work experience, and show a clear commitment to public service.
- As an Honors Attorney, you will: Provide legal advice and policy counsel to CIA leadership on complex areas of law affecting the CIA's duties and responsibilities under authorities including the National Security Act, the CIA Act, and Executive Orders.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on sensitive matters.
- Deliver training on a variety of laws and policies affecting CIA personnel.
- Engage with other Intelligence Community elements, federal agencies, and congressional committees.
- Maintain productive working relationships with other OGC and Agency officers to further CIA's mission.
- PLEASE NOTE: OGC will accept resumes for Honors Attorney positions from 17-30 August 2026.
- OGC will not evaluate resumes submitted for the Honors Attorney position outside of that window.
- Resumes are limited to 1 page in length and must list the applicant's GPA.
- In addition, all candidates must also submit their current law school transcript when prompted to submit an optional supplemental attachment.
Education
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the ABA completed by Spring 2027
How you will be evaluated
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Documents you must provide
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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.
How to apply
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