Brian Dugan Named Assistant Director of the Training Division
February 18, 2025
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Dugan as the Assistant Director of the Training Division, effective immediately. Mr. Dugan will oversee the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, and all training programs for FBI personnel.
Mr. Dugan has a distinguished career in law enforcement, spanning over 30 years. He began his career as a Special Agent with the FBI in 1995, where he served in various field offices, including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. In 2015, he was promoted to Supervisory Special Agent and served as the Chief of the Counterintelligence Division at FBI Headquarters.
In 2018, Mr. Dugan was appointed as the Deputy Assistant Director of the Training Division. In this role, he was responsible for the development and implementation of training programs for new and experienced FBI agents, as well as for law enforcement officers from partner agencies.
As Assistant Director of the Training Division, Mr. Dugan will lead the FBI’s efforts to provide world-class training that prepares FBI personnel to meet the evolving challenges of the 21st century. He will work closely with the FBI Academy staff to ensure that training programs are innovative, relevant, and tailored to the needs of the FBI.
Mr. Dugan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Virginia. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the FBI Senior Leadership Program.
FBI Director Christopher Wray said, “Brian Dugan is an exceptional leader with a proven track record of success in law enforcement and training. I am confident that he will lead the Training Division with distinction and continue to enhance the FBI’s training programs.”
Mr. Dugan said, “I am honored and humbled to serve as the Assistant Director of the Training Division. The FBI Academy is a world-renowned training facility, and I am committed to continuing its legacy of excellence. I will work tirelessly to ensure that our training programs are the best in the world and that our agents are prepared to meet the challenges of protecting our nation.”
About the FBI
The FBI is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for investigating federal crimes and protecting the United States from terrorism and other threats. The FBI’s mission is “to protect the American people and uphold the U.S. Constitution.” The FBI has over 35,000 employees, including Special Agents, Analysts, and support staff, who are located in over 56 field offices and resident agencies across the United States and around the world.
About the FBI Academy
The FBI Academy is located on over 300 acres in Quantico, Virginia. It is the primary training facility for FBI Special Agents and provides training to law enforcement officers from other agencies, both domestic and international. The Academy offers a wide range of training programs, including basic training for new agents, advanced specialized training for experienced agents, and leadership training for law enforcement executives.
Brian Dugan Named Assistant Director of the Training Division
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