Counter Surveillance Specialist

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Counter Surveillance Specialist to protect highvalue assets sensitive information and personnel from covert monitoring or espionage threats. This individual will design implement and execute countermeasures to identify and neutralize electronic visual and physical surveillance activities. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in surveillance detection advanced technical skills and a proactive mindset toward emerging threats.

Key Responsibilities

1. Threat Assessments & Planning
   

   • Perform risk analysis to determine potential surveillance vulnerabilities in facilities vehicles and communication systems.
     
   • Develop and implement customized counter surveillance strategies based on client or organizational requirements.
     

2. Surveillance Detection & Neutralization
   

   • Conduct electronic sweeps (TSCMTechnical Surveillance Countermeasures) to detect hidden devices such as bugs trackers or unauthorized transmitters.
     
   • Identify patterns of suspicious activity employing both technical tools and behavioral analysis to locate and mitigate threats.
     

3. Physical & Digital Security Coordination
   

   • Collaborate with security teams IT specialists and law enforcement to ensure a cohesive approach to surveillance detection.
     
   • Integrate counter surveillance strategies with broader risk management protocols including cybersecurity measures and access controls.
     

4. Reporting & Documentation
   

   • Generate detailed reports on findings countermeasures employed and potential vulnerabilities for management review.
     
   • Maintain meticulous documentation of inspections anomalies and relevant actions taken for legal and compliance purposes.
     

5. Training & Continuous Improvement
   

   • Provide guidance to security and executive teams on surveillance awareness best practices and operational security (OPSEC).
     
   • Stay updated on industry advances emerging technologies and evolving surveillance methods to refine and improve counter surveillance capabilities.
     

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education & Certifications
  

  • Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Security Management Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience.
    
  • Relevant certifications (e.g. TSCM training Certified Counterintelligence Threat Analyst) are highly desirable.
    

• Experience
  

  • Minimum 35 years of handson experience in counter surveillance electronic sweep operations or related fields (e.g. law enforcement military intelligence private security).
    
  • Proven track record of detecting preventing or neutralizing surveillance threats in highrisk or sensitive environments.
    

• Technical Skills
  

  • Proficiency with TSCM equipment and techniques (e.g. spectrum analyzers nonlinear junction detectors thermal imaging).
    
  • Knowledge of signal intelligence (SIGINT) principles GPS tracking solutions wireless communication protocols and encryption.
    
  • Familiarity with surveillance/countersurveillance software tools and data analysis methods.
    

• Soft Skills
  

  • Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail with keen situational awareness.
    
  • Excellent communication skills for conveying technical findings to nontechnical stakeholders.
    
  • Ability to work well under pressure handling sensitive or highstakes environments calmly and professionally.
    

Desired Attributes

• Discretion & Integrity Handle confidential information securely while adhering to strict ethical standards.
  
• Adaptability Stay current on new surveillance tactics and technologies adjusting procedures to address evolving threats.
  
• Collaboration Work effectively with crossfunctional teams (e.g. IT executive protection) for comprehensive security coverage.
  

Work Environment & Travel

• May involve periodic travel to client sites or highrisk locations for onsite assessments.
  
• Work hours can vary depending on the nature of assignments and urgency of threats.
  

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
  
• Comprehensive benefits including health coverage PTO and professional development opportunities.
  
• A dynamic missionfocused environment with potential for career growth and advancement.