Our Mission
Preempt threats and further US national security objectives by collecting intelligence that matters, producing objective all-source analysis, conducting effective covert action as directed by the President, and safeguarding the secrets that help keep our Nation safe.
Presidential Reflections- A Photo Essay
Since the CIA was chartered under President Harry Truman, every sitting president has written a note of thanks to the men and women of the CIA for their service.
A Day in the Life of a CIA Operations Center Officer
Ops Center officers provide around-the-clock alert and warning communication to the CIA director and Agency leadership on international crises and priority matters of national security.
CIA Museum Artifact Highlighted on NBC Nightly News
CIA Museum Director Toni Hiley discussed a unique CIA Museum artifact when she appeared on NBC Nightly News recently. View the video and transcript of her interview.
CIA Releases Newly Declassified Documents
More than 1,300 documents released detailing the many fascinating life stories of human beings impacted by the rise and the fall of the Berlin Wall.
CIA Releases New Publication
Profiles in Leadership: Directors of the Central Intelligence Agency & Its Predecessors is the newest publication produced by the CIA’s Office of Public Affairs.
ABOUT CIA
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Headquarters Tour
Take a look inside the CIA.
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Interactive Timeline
Experience more than 60 years of CIA history.
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LIBRARY/PUBLICATIONS
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World Factbook
View information on 267 world entities.
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World Leaders
Browse a directory of world leaders.
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Historical Collection Division
Collections of declassified documents, pictures and videos.
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Center for the Study of Intelligence
Our Studies in Intelligence promotes public understanding of intelligence.
Work For CIA
Analytical
Connect intelligence from many sources to inform the nation's decision makers.
Business, IT & Security
Keep the CIA working as a dedicated professional supporting CIA's global mission.
Clandestine Service
Collect information vital to the nation's decision makers, from the field or at headquarters.
Language
From analysis to clandestine work and beyond, use your language skills to protect our nation.
Science & Technology
Create, adapt, develop and operate the technologies that protect national security.
Student Opportunities
Across fields of study and areas of expertise, student employees are critical to the CIA's success.
KIDS' ZONE
Learn more about CIA, our employees and what we do every day.