MSP Technical Surveillance Unit Specialist

State of Maryland•Baltimore County, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The main purpose of the position is to install, repair and maintain electronic surveillance equipment and systems. This is a highly technical position that provides physical electronic assistance, detailed data analysis and plans/implements various methods of technical electronic support to investigators with the MSP and other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies as it relates to electronic surveillance and communication interceptions. The position provides technical consultation to division and section commanders for project review, product development and investigative evaluation as it relates to the installation, maintenance and use of electronic surveillance equipment by the MSP. This position supports the MSP mission through its ability to identify criminal elements and gather intelligence in situations that are not possible to gather through the use of traditional law enforcement techniques.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year program of study in electronics engineering technician theory, practice, equipment and related information technology from an accredited trade school.
Four years of experience installing, repairing and maintaining covert surveillance and communications systems and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in high-voltage environments and performing technical operations at elevated heights (30 feet or higher).
Experience programming, configuring, and deploying law-enforcement surveillance camera systems.
Experience operating covert systems such as Cell Site Simulators, Technical Surveillance Counter Measure devices, and conducting covert surveillance missions.

Responsibilities

Performs complex technical and analytical support for investigative operations, including the use and maintenance of video and digital photographic equipment, network routers and switches, computers, modems, and counter-surveillance systems.
Builds, operates, and maintains covert surveillance and intercept equipment, including Title III wiretaps and pen registers.
Interprets and analyzes collected data, such as telephone carrier records, call detail records, and location information, to determine patterns of operation.
Operates propagation, direction-finding, and GPS equipment; applies knowledge of electronics, circuitry, and high-voltage installations; and ensures proper traffic control and safety in work zones.
Assists with evaluations and recommendations for equipment purchases, surveillance equipment inventory, assignment, and maintenance, and maintains operational files in accordance with Agency policies and MSP Technical Surveillance Unit procedures.
Manages the collection and evaluation of data from video and digital photographic equipment, network routers and switches, computers, modems, and counter-surveillance systems.
Builds, operates, and maintains covert video surveillance and electronic intercept equipment, including Title III wiretaps and pen registers.
Assembles, collects, and compiles statistical and operational data from regularly scheduled reports, field visits, and existing records, and prepares courtroom testimony to support technical investigations.
Participates in intra- and inter-departmental meetings to exchange and develop information, collaborates on special projects, and performs additional duties as required or requested by Command Staff.