This position is located in the DEA, New Orleans Field Division, Birmingham, AL District Office This position(s) primary purpose is to support local and domestic investigative personnel with investigative operations by integrating the use of electronic interception equipment and system networking, for voice, data, internet protocol technology, and service providers.
As a Telecommunications Specialist (Intercepts), your typical work assignments may include: Conducts wire interception of a variety of electronic communication devices to collect evidence such as voice audio and visual (text messages, emails, notes, photos) directly from the device or internet operated application. Identifies needs, develops recommendations, and coordinates risk-management studies relating to changes or upgrades to existing technical equipment and systems.
Conducts site surveys to determine the best approach and operational needs for each site. Analyzes and monitors telecommunications equipment for software reliability and utilization. Wires and assembles components to design, construct, and implement electronic surveillance systems to acquire high quality intelligence and evidentiary information.
Performs maintenance to ensure that the equipment is in reliable operating condition and available for normal daily functions and emergencies. Provides consultative/planning, advising, while continuously evaluating advancements in technology and equipment.
See the qualification section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
For a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials, visit: www.naces.org/members.php. If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.
This position is with Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice.
The posted pay range is $90410 – $139764/yr.
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-24.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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