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Lorton, VAJob$135–155K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
Suvi, an Akima Company, seeks a Subject Matter Expert to provide senior-level expertise for a law enforcement organization in the National Capital Region. The role supports the Spectrum Relocation and Video Surveillance Program through technical and program guidance, analysis, planning, and implementation support. The SME advises government leadership and contributes expert assessments to complex, long-term technical and operational projects.
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Full job description
Suvi, an Akima Company, is looking for a Subject Matter Expert to support a mission-oriented, Law Enforcement organization in National Capital Region. The Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides senior-level technical, engineering, analytical, or business expertise in support of the organization. This role applies highly specialized knowledge to guide complex program and technology initiatives related to the Spectrum Relocation and Video Surveillance Program. The SME advises government leadership, supports planning and implementation efforts, and contributes expert analysis to ensure mission success for long‑term technical and operational projects.
Suvi is seeking individuals who have passion for their craft with an enduring spirit to create meaningful value in their work and to better serve the customer’s mission. An ideal candidate would possess a combination of education, experience, and demonstrated work ethic & drive.
To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Responsibilities
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Provide senior technical leadership across project planning, implementation, and ongoing support activities.
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Gather facts, research issues, analyze data, and develop expert-level conclusions, recommendations, and strategies for government stakeholders.
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Serve as a trusted adviser on complex, mission-critical efforts requiring deep technical or programmatic knowledge.
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Apply specialized, often unique expertise developed through high-level military, government, or industry experience.
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Support development of requirements, operational concepts, technical documentation, and decision support materials.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, program management, policy, and operations personnel.
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Provide executive-level briefings, white papers, reports, and technical assessments as required.
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Assist in evaluating emerging technologies, program risks, and operational impacts.
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Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance system performance, interoperability, efficiency, and mission alignment.
Qualifications
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U.S. Citizenship required
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Ability to obtain Public Trust / pass DEA agency-specific background check
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Minimum 8 years of progressive professional experience, culminating in senior technical, engineering, or business advisory roles.
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At least 4 years of experience providing senior-level advisory support on complex or critical programs.
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Demonstrated ability to develop specialized, deeply technical understanding of specific technologies, missions, systems, or organizations.
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Proven record of applying expert judgment to solve high-impact, complex problems.
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Experience engaging with senior government or corporate leadership, providing expert analysis and tailored recommendations.
Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.
Job ID
2026-27788
Work Type
On-Site
Pay Range
$135,000 - $155,000
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
Work Where it Matters
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.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
How this job compares
Set against the 812 open Subject Matter Expert jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$135–155K/yr
- Virginia median$121–190K/yr62 salary ranges
- US median$113–185K/yr375 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $145K, is 10% below the Virginia median midpoint ($162K) — in the middle half of Subject Matter Expert salary ranges in Virginia.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 150 open Subject Matter Expert jobs in Virginia and 812 across the US. 16% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 8 years of experience; Subject Matter Expert postings that state a minimum ask for 8 years at the median (747 postings).
- Education
- 467 of the 812 open Subject Matter Expert jobs (58%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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