Policy Subject Matter Expert

Akima; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A federal mission services contractor is seeking a highly qualified Policy Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support federal investigations and operations policy. In this role, you will update critical operational guides and provide expert advice on various operations policies. Candidates must have extensive experience in DOJ and USIC management, FBI investigations, and hold an active Top Secret security clearance. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing innovation and support for its employees.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is necessary.
• At least 20 years of experience in DOJ and USIC management.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with FBI investigations.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in information sharing between USIC agencies.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain the investigations and operations guide.
• Advise on developing and updating operational and administrative policies.
• Recommend updates to the DIOG.
• Provide advice on operational and administrative policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Legal knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Law degree

Job description

Suvi is seeking a highly qualified Policy SME to join our team in supporting federal investigations and operations policy. This role is critical in shaping and delivering specialized instruction to law enforcement professionals, ensuring they are well-prepared to address complex national security challenges.

This is a pipeline position.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain the investigations and operations guide, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with current operational standards and legal guidance.
• Advise and assist in developing and/or updating operational and administrative policies.
• Recommend substantive and administrative updates to the DIOG, ensuring changes are accurate, actionable, and mission focused.
• Provide expert advice on proposed operational and administrative policies in the IPO workflow - covering topics including, but not limited to:
  • Undercover operations.
  • Extraterritorial operations.
  • Online investigations.
  • Sensitive investigative techniques.
  • Counterintelligence.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• At least 20 years of experience in DOJ and USIC management and legislative oversight.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with FBI investigations (criminal and national security).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in information sharing between USIC agencies.
• Minimum 5 years of experience participating in working groups and providing input on policy-related matters.
• Knowledge and 3 years of experience assisting in updating the investigations and operations guide, guide-related policies, and internal FBI policies.
• Knowledge of the Attorney General Guidelines (AGG).
• Ability to work independently, providing detailed analysis and recommendations to FBI personnel at the senior executive level.
• Strong analytical, writing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with the intelligence policies and procedures within the FBI, DOJ and ODNI.

Desired Qualifications

• Law degree.

Job Information

• Job ID: 2026-22351
• Work ID: 22351-en-us
• Work Type: On-Site
• Pay Range: $150,000 - $185,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Suvi, an Akima company, is not just another federal mission services 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 Suvi, 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, Suvi 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, Suvi delivers subject matter experts, an agile management approach, and innovative technologies that accomplish customers’ missions safely, securely, and efficiently.

As a Suvi 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.