At what age do CIA agents retire?

Retirement Benefits Both FBI special agents and CIA operating officers can retire with full benefits at age 50 when they have at least 20 years of service. The FERS, or federal employees’ retirement system, covers special agents.

Does the CIA have age requirements?

You Must Be a U.S. Citizen and at Least 18 Years of Age We do not help individuals apply for U.S. citizenship. Also, you must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for a job at CIA.

What is the retirement age for a CIA agent?

Most CIA jobs are Civil Service and follow the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) rules for retirement. See OPM.gov You of course can retire at any age, however FERS employees can retire with full benefits after 30 years and Minimum Retirement Age, which is based on your birth year. Right now, the MRA is between 55 and 57.

Do CIA case officers ever go back to work?

No, the majority of former CIA case officers work as consultants or contractors within the U.S. intelligence community. While returning to work as intelligence consultant is the norm, some few do forge a different path, applying lessons learned from government service to a new life in the private sector.

What happens to ex-CIA agents when they leave the service?

Remember, all CIA operatives spend their entire spying careers under diplomatic, corporate or some other very well-backstopped cover. Most retain that cover story (legend) even after they leave CIA. So, while there are always exceptions, most ex-operatives will still be somewhat protected by that shroud of secrecy.

What is the best age to retire with FERS?

You of course can retire at any age, however FERS employees can retire with full benefits after 30 years and Minimum Retirement Age, which is based on your birth year. Right now, the MRA is between 55 and 57.