Surveillance Telecommunications Specialist

Drug Enforcement Administration; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Birmingham District Office supports local and domestic investigations. The role focuses on integrating electronic interception equipment and system networking to assist investigators in collecting voice, data, and IP communications for active surveillance.

Candidates must meet basic education and specialized experience requirements and submit transcripts as required. This is a federal position with eligibility determined by the DEA and OPM guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating or improving communications systems and technologies.
• Must meet the GS-12/13 specialized experience requirements per the appointment.
• Eligibility for federal employment by the closing date.

Responsibilities

• Support investigative personnel by integrating interception equipment and networked systems.
• Assist in tracking, monitoring, and intercepting radio and digital data.
• Provide guidance on telecommunication systems as needed.

Skills

Telecommunications equipment

Active surveillance

Data tracking

Education

Undergraduate/graduate study in electronics or CS

Tools

Telecommunication systems

Job description

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Birmingham District Office supports local and domestic investigations. The role focuses on integrating electronic interception equipment and system networking to assist investigators in collecting voice, data, and IP communications for active surveillance.

Candidates must meet basic education and specialized experience requirements and submit transcripts as required. This is a federal position with eligibility determined by the DEA and OPM guidelines.