Intelligence Collection Manager

The Ascendancy Group

$80K — $120K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, or related field
  • Experience in intelligence collection management or ISR planning
  • Strong knowledge of intelligence disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, OSINT)
  • Experience using DoD and IC collection systems (COLISEUM, PRISM, HOTR, MIDB)
  • Familiarity with joint planning processes (JOPP, MDMP) and intelligence annexes (Annex B, Annex K)

Responsibilities

  • Align ISR and other collection platforms to support non-kinetic targeting and influence operations
  • Synthesize collection priorities with campaign objectives and operational assessments
  • Support decision-making processes through valid collection requirements
  • Facilitate coordination between the intelligence and Information Operations (IO) communities
  • Ensure integration of adversary activity in information environment assessments

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in small teams on unique security challenges
  • Strong organizational commitment to relationships and reputation
  • Support from a team consisting entirely of former DoD and Intelligence Community members
  • Focus on government-related problem sets
  • Passionate work culture centered on national security
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Intelligence Collection Manager

Overview

The Intelligence Collection Manager position is a full-time position supporting the J39 Information Operations Directorate by identifying, validating, and coordinating collection requirements that inform and enable IO planning and execution.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Ensures that ISR and other collection platforms are aligned to support non-kinetic targeting, influence operations, and adversary activity within the information environment.
  • Bridges the intelligence and IO communities, helping synchronize collection priorities with campaign objectives, operational assessments, and IRC effects.

Required Qualifications:
  • Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, or a related field
  • Experience in intelligence collection management or ISR planning, including direct support to joint, interagency, or CCMD operations
  • Strong working knowledge of intelligence disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, OSINT) and ISR platforms
  • Experience using DoD and IC collection systems such as COLISEUM, PRISM, HOTR, or MIDB
  • Familiarity with joint planning processes (JOPP, MDMP) and Annex B (Intelligence) and Annex K (IO) integration.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting a J39 or J2 staff at a Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, or Service Component
  • Understanding of IRCs (MISO, MILDEC, OPSEC, Cyber) and their intelligence support requirements
  • Familiarity with intelligence requirements related to adversary decision-making processes, influence operations, or disinformation campaigns
  • Experience developing or validating ISR collection in support of non-kinetic targeting or IO assessments
  • Graduate of a service or joint collection management course (e.g., DIA Collection Management Course, Army MI Officer Collection Manager Course, Air Force 14N ISR Operations Course, or equivalent)

To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply:
  • Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?
  • Total number of years professional experience
  • List the highest degree earned and the field of study
  • List the second highest degree earned and the field of study
  • Provide your experience as it relates to this role. Please be specific.

If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!

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