Behavioral SME (Active TS, SCI eligibility)

Akima, LLC

2d • $220,000 - $240,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Suvi is seeking an experienced psychology professional to join our team as a Behavioral Subject Matter Expert (SME). In this role, you will provide expertise in behavioral assessment, psychological analysis, and mission-focused support for Human Intelligence (HUMINT) operations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and experience working in complex or ambiguous environments. This is a pipeline position.
To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution with specialization in behavioral psychology.
• At least 20 years of general experience, including 15 years of specialized experience in direct and indirect psychological assessments as tasked by HUMINT targeting.
• Knowledge and practice of applied behavior analysis.
• Ability to administer and interpret psychological tests, prepare and conduct behavioral assessments.
• Ability to integrate knowledge of a source’s background and personality into a formal written operational/behavioral assessment.
• At least 4 years of FBI or IC experience working with relevant source and case files, to include utilization of advanced source vetting and validating tools.
• At least 4 years of experience working with FBI or IC sources and expertise in assessing a source’s psychological strengths and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Mission Teams
• Participate in briefings and cross‑functional meetings, offering psychological expertise that informs operational planning.
• Provide timely updates, insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Conduct Behavioral Research & Analysis
• Analyze information from diverse sources to support HUMINT targeting and operational decision‑making.
• Assess the accuracy and relevance of available information and offer well-reasoned recommendations, even in fast-moving or ambiguous situations.
• Administer and interpret psychological tests and produce integrated behavioral assessments.
• Evaluate Sources
• Conduct operational and behavioral assessments of human sources to support suitability, tasking, and risk evaluations.
• Review case files, interviews, investigative reports, and background information to understand behavioral patterns and motivations.
• Identify key personality traits, strengths, vulnerabilities, and indicators of reliability or risk.
• Provide clear guidance to case agents and source handlers based on psychological findings.
• Communicate Clearly
• Prepare concise, well‑structured reports and assessments for operational use.
• Translate complex psychological concepts into practical, mission-focused recommendations.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level