Criminal and Administrative Investigations SME

Job Description

Job Description

Opportunity Overview

SD Solutions is seeking highly skilled Management Analysts, Data Analysts, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to provide Criminal and Administrative Investigations Support to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This team will play a critical role in supporting investigative operations by delivering timely, accurate, and defensible written products and deliverables that meet mission-critical needs.

Responsibilities

Investigative Support: Assist CBP in conducting criminal and administrative investigations by gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing information.

• Provide background research, case analysis, and investigative documentation to support decision-making.
• Draft reports, memoranda, and findings in compliance with CBP policies and evidentiary standards.

Data Analytics: Collect, clean, and analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, anomalies, and investigative leads.

• Leverage data visualization tools and dashboards to present findings clearly and defensibly.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with DHS and CBP security requirements.

Program & Case Management Support: Support investigative case management processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

• Develop and maintain investigative tracking systems, workflows, and performance metrics.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements to enhance investigative effectiveness.

Expert Advisory Services: Supply industry consultants and SMEs with expertise in law enforcement, criminal justice, compliance, and forensic analysis.

• Offer guidance on best practices in investigations, data management, and compliance with federal regulations.
• Ensure all written deliverables are accurate, defensible, and responsive to CBP requirements.

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred for SMEs/consultants).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven ability to produce high-quality written products under tight timelines.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience supporting law enforcement, intelligence, or administrative investigations (10+ years for SME roles).
• Proven ability to produce high-quality written products under tight timelines.
• Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, and investigative tools (e.g., SQL, Excel, Tableau, i2 Analyst's Notebook).
• Strong knowledge of federal investigative processes, evidentiary standards, and compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working directly with CBP, DHS, or other federal law enforcement agencies.
• Familiarity with criminal case management systems and DHS investigative workflows.
• Prior experience supporting inspector general (OIG), internal affairs, or compliance investigations.
• Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders and investigative teams.

Employment Type

• Full-time, W2 employment
• Exempt, salaried
• Eligible for paid benefits

Clearance, Citizenship, and Work Location

• Clearance requirement: Public Trust clearance
• Must be U.S. citizen
• Location: Hybrid, Washington, DC.

SD Solutions Culture

We are a fast-growing company who puts people first. Our focus is on building the right team to provide exceptional services to our customers and to grow with our organization. We offer very competitive compensation and a very attractive benefits package. We believe in corporate citizenship and provide several levels of support to students, schools, teachers, and other organizations in our local community. If you are looking for a new opportunity to make a difference and build your career in a positive way, please join us. We're waiting for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SD Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.

Whenever possible, SD Solutions makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by law.

Candidate Referral Fee Program

SD Solutions wants to reward you for helping us identify qualified, talented professionals to join our team. Send us your friends and professional connections and we'll reward you with a cash bonus!

To submit a qualified referral, please visit our website. You'll need to send the candidate's contact information and/or resume to SD Solutions and include "Candidate Referral" in the subject line. Your referral must be an active candidate interested in new opportunities. You must include the candidate's full name and contact information (i.e., email address and phone number).

Please https://www.sdsolutionsllc.com/candidate-referral-fee-program/ for more details of the Candidate Referral Fee Program.