Compass Point Federal (Compass Point) is looking for a Technical Surveillance Subject Matter Expert to support the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) . This individual will provide support for the full life cycle of video surveillance equipment.  The responsibilities also include leading or supporting key initiatives to assist the client and/or Compass Point to identify opportunities and maximize value gained from new investigative technologies.

• Provides expert guidance and support to ATF for a full range of Technical Operations and intelligence technologies in complex criminal investigations.
• Attend classified project meetings and various classified working groups when requested by the Government and provide a briefing of the meeting as request by the COR.
• Conduct research and development and make recommendations to Program Manager.
•  Assist Program Manager and ensure compliance to narrow expenditure parameters.
• Plan, implement and install related equipment in cities where such resources are available.
• Coordinate the use of spectrum with other DOJ / DHS components (FBI, DEA, USMS, HSI).
• Draft and develop training manuals and materials involving spectrum video.
• Research and evaluate replacement video and microwave components in remaining USG spectrum.
• Maintain and train ATF employees and TFOs on Video Management System operations.
• Build, test and deploy new video surveillance platforms.
• Train ATF personnel on the deployment of Adaptive Central Receive and new video surveillance platforms.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems related to video operations.
• Deploy Adaptive Central Receive (ACRx), Point-to-Point, Mesh, and covert video platforms. Install overt and covert video equipment.
• Provide analysis of the overall technology trends and threats developing that may affect the ATF video collection capability.
• Assist and provide daily guidance on managing current technology trends to meet video collections requirements in support of SOD AWS III Program mission.
• Respond to law enforcement operations to provide technical assistance with the installation of video intelligence collection platforms as the mission requires.
• Shall be able to obtain and maintain a certification in Technical Installation in a High Voltage environment through NATIA or industry equivalent.
• Shall be capable to operate government vehicles to include bucket trucks.
• Shall be capable of working in a high crime environment.
• Shall independently develop solutions and provides industry-proven recommendations.

• Minimum of 10 years of years’ experience supporting Law Enforcement surveillance operations.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the management of technical video operations.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of digital microwave / mesh systems and how video traverses these networks.
• Must possess the ability to setup and maintain basic IP networks.
• Active Top Secret clearance desired (an ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance required).  

Work Where it Matters

Compass Point, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Compass Point, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Compass Point provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Compass Point delivers a broad range of skilled IT services, including data-centric services, software development, IT infrastructure modernization, managed IT services, and more.

As a Compass Point employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.