We're a tech company that was first on the ground in the fight against Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance. We help our government and enterprise customers solve a big problem they sometimes don't even know they have. To become leaders in this space, we've relied heavily on curiosity, creativity, and flexibility. We iterate until we get things right and innovate to get there faster.

But enough about us. What's in it for you?

We work hard and do fun things.

Apart from a constantly growing list of fascinating challenges to solve, Ridgeline offers a solid work-life balance, flexible remote work options, and a culture that values teamwork over competition. At Ridgeline, you will work with the most talented software developers, systems engineers, and subject matter experts to change how big enterprises and the U.S. Government manage their digital signatures.

We are looking for a surveillance role player who has physical surveillance experience to join our team as an independent contractor. In this role, you will be critical in supporting our clients by simulating surveillance roles during training to enhance practical exercise scenarios and student/participant evaluations. Work will be performed in the NCR. As a role player, you will contribute to training government agencies, DOD personnel, law enforcement agencies, and other organizations by providing a realistic and immersive training experience.

Pay: Daily Rate (Half and Full Day)

What you will do:

• Maintain a high level of realism and authenticity in your role-playing to enhance the effectiveness of training programs.
• Follow provided scenario guidance or adapt to dynamic scenarios to deliver realistic performances.
• Provide feedback and observations to training personnel.
• Stay up-to-date with surveillance role-player tactics, techniques, and procedures to ensure authenticity.
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of any sensitive information or materials involved in training exercises.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols during training activities.
• Use different technical applications on the provided phone and tablet.
• Maintain accountability of equipment during exercise.

Must Haves:

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Valid Driver's License
• Experience as a surveillance role player, Federal or State Law Enforcement, Principal Agent / Security, Physical Surveillance.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to various scenarios and quickly switch roles as required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with team of 1-6 members.
• Professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Flexibility to work on a schedule that may include evenings, weekends, or holidays, depending on training requirements.
• Physical fitness and stamina to perform walking, driving, and role-playing activities for extended periods.
• Any relevant certifications or experience in physical trailing surveillance.

Additional Information:

Dates and daily rate will be confirmed before the training course and paid NLT 30 days after the invoice is submitted.

Training local to the NCR:

• receive a daily stipend for expenses at stops
• receive reimbursement for car rental /gas/ POV mileage/parking/tolls/taxi/metro

Training outside the NCR:

• receive travel reimbursement (flight/train/rental/POV mileage) to and from training location
• receive GSA per diem rates
• receive reimbursement for car rental/gas /POV mileage/parking/taxi/metro

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Ridgeline is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Ridgeline International through its online applicant system, please contact Ridgeline's Talent Management Department at (703) 544-2424 or contact us throughe-mail at