Explore Military Analyst Jobs

Military analysts use research, data, and subject-matter expertise to help organizations understand defense operations, military capabilities, and security challenges. Browse vetted Military Analyst opportunities on Ladders, with roles selected for experienced professionals seeking compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Military Analyst Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Military analysts may assess force structure, equipment, readiness, operational plans, geopolitical developments, or emerging threats. They gather and evaluate information, develop briefings and reports, build analytical models, and communicate findings to military leaders, government agencies, or private-sector clients.

Common Military Analyst Specialties

Career paths can focus on intelligence analysis, defense strategy, military operations, logistics, weapons systems, cybersecurity, or operations research. Some roles emphasize regional expertise or foreign military capabilities, while others center on quantitative analysis, program evaluation, or mission planning.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often value experience in military service, defense consulting, government, intelligence, or a related analytical field. Strong candidates bring critical thinking, clear writing and presentation skills, research capabilities, and familiarity with defense concepts. Depending on the position, employers may require a relevant degree, specialized technical knowledge, or an active security clearance. Requirements vary by role.

Find Military Analyst Roles on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify Military Analyst jobs that align with your experience, expertise, and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation details.

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$84K - $129K *

Support industry-leading projects in air permitting and environmental compliance. Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to develop strategies for regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance throug...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $162K *

Transform regulatory advocacy for independent advisors, driving engagement and influencing policy at state and federal levels. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategic initiatives that enhan...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $158K *

Support the evolution of Oracle EPM solutions, enhancing business operations through requirements gathering, configuration, and collaboration to drive improvements for military and civilian agencies...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Help us lead the charge in SAP Cloud Managed Services, ensuring operational excellence, service stability, and customer satisfaction through effective management of complex delivery operations and div...

Reston, VARemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$288K - $396K *

Empower data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics and model development. Lead a robust data science team to enhance vehicle performance metrics, ensuring readiness for commercial launch w...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$142K - $195K *

Unlock potential by designing secure, enterprise-scale solutions that protect critical data and systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess threats, innovate security architecture, and enhance en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $260K *

Partner with us to transform R&D capabilities through innovative learning experiences, aligning workforce development with strategic priorities and enhancing employee performance across diverse functi...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $195K *

Drive the development and execution of strategic projects for radioisotope production facilities. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and succe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing product safety by developing robust safety frameworks and engaging with partners and regulators. Leverage a multi-disciplinary team to manage the path towards safe and com...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the development and operation of a cutting-edge Security Observability & Data Platform, enhancing endpoint security, threat detection, and incident response while driving innovation in security s...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic client engagement and enhancing captive performance. Collaborate across teams to deliver insights and value, ensuring high-quality service and fostering long-term...

Vermont, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$272K - $431K *

Champion security innovation by defining and guiding the architecture for next-gen SoCs and GPUs, addressing emerging threats and collaborating across teams to enhance platform security in mobile, aut...

Santa Clara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of customer deployments by collaborating with technical teams to solve complex infrastructure challenges, drive product improvements, and ensure operational success in large-scale env...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of AI governance, enhancing workflows and coordinating cross-functional reviews. Drive improvements in oversight processes while collaborating with senior leade...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $280K *

Shape the future of space mission solutions by leading architectural strategies, transforming capabilities into market-facing solutions, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful deliv...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $201K *

Drive strategic engagement with key defense contractors while cultivating impactful relationships at all levels, creating competitive plans, and leading mutual opportunities to enhance market presence...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a senior role shaping transportation noise and vibration analysis. Lead project delivery, client engagement, and business development for complex transportation projects ac...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $179K *

Drive impactful reinsurance processes, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating with partners. Lead projects, enhance efficiencies, and contribute to a new system implementation, fo...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative tax planning and compliance solutions for high-net-worth clients. Lead a dedicated team to manage complex engagements, ensuring exceptional service while ident...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $129K *

Champion innovative solutions in instrumentation and control systems for power plants. Collaborate with engineers to design, troubleshoot, and enhance digital systems, ensuring project success and cli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Lead innovative design solutions as a Senior Design Engineer, transforming client needs into actionable broadcast system designs. Collaborate with global teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$159K - $219K *

Advance security initiatives by designing, implementing, and embedding robust security practices across AI-driven product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to safeguard applications...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate strategic analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver impactful insights, drive business growth, and foster cross-functional collaboration through advanced data modeling and executi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $200K *

Manage the campaign calendar and ensure timely launches by transforming customer requests into actionable specs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain project alignment and drive success...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at a federal agency by managing platform enablement and customer solutions. Lead training, technical support, and cross-team collaboration to enhance data analytics and AI capabili...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Military Analyst do?question toggle

    A Military Analyst evaluates military capabilities, operations, strategy, or security issues. The role may involve researching information, analyzing data, preparing assessments, and presenting recommendations to decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Military Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and position, but may include relevant military, government, intelligence, or defense experience; strong analytical and communication skills; and a degree or specialized technical expertise. Some positions require a security clearance.

  • Do Military Analyst jobs require a security clearance?question toggle

    Some roles—particularly those supporting government or classified programs—require an active clearance or eligibility to obtain one. Other positions may not. Check the requirements in each job listing.

  • Where do Military Analysts work?question toggle

    Military Analysts may work for government agencies, defense contractors, consulting firms, research organizations, or companies supporting national security and military programs.

  • What kinds of Military Analyst positions can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Openings may include intelligence, defense strategy, operations research, logistics, military capabilities, and program analysis roles. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; specific openings and compensation vary.