Explore Targeting Officer Jobs

Targeting Officers help organizations identify, assess, and prioritize people, entities, or opportunities relevant to their mission. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on intelligence analysis, national security, military operations, law enforcement, or corporate risk. Browse vetted Targeting Officer opportunities on Ladders, where listed roles pay $100,000 or more.

What Does a Targeting Officer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and level of seniority. Targeting Officers may analyze information from multiple sources, develop and validate target profiles, assess risks and relationships, and prepare clear recommendations for decision-makers. Many roles also involve coordinating with analysts, operational teams, technical specialists, and external partners while following legal, ethical, and organizational requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong research, analytical reasoning, writing, and communication skills. Relevant experience may include intelligence, security, military, law enforcement, investigations, data analysis, or risk management. Some positions require a specific degree, specialized technical expertise, language proficiency, or an active security clearance. Review each listing carefully because requirements differ across organizations.

Targeting Officer Career Opportunities

Career paths can lead to senior analytical, operational, program management, or leadership roles. Advancement typically depends on subject-matter expertise, sound judgment, effective collaboration, and the ability to communicate complex findings responsibly. Browse current openings to compare scope, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation.

Find Targeting Officer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional positions with salaries of $100,000 and above. Use the listings to discover Targeting Officer roles that align with your experience and career goals, and check each posting for current salary and eligibility details.

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$87K - $119K *

Transform the landscape of fraud detection by leading a skilled SIU team. Oversee investigations, collaborate with law enforcement, and ensure compliance while mentoring staff to uphold integrity in h...

Newark, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Serve as a trusted partner for Premium Support customers, using advanced troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical issues and enhance system resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $155K *

Lead the charge in optimizing partner relationships and Pre-Buy execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance sales strategies, manage complex programs, and ensure compliance while driving reve...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of VDC delivery by managing project execution from start to finish. Collaborate across teams, develop budgets, ensure quality and timely deliverables, while being the key point of con...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate organizational impact by driving strategic initiatives and fostering cross-functional alignment. Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless execution of key projects while enhancing comp...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$111K - $206K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and manage integrated program schedules, ensuring effective execution and performance through Earned Value Management and critical path analysis. Drive collabora...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful regional demand generation strategies to elevate pipeline and revenue. Collaborate cross-functionally to execute high-level marketing programs, ensuring engagement and acceleration of...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Architect and deploy advanced production AI systems for national security, leveraging LLMs and agentic workflows. Collaborate to create reusable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and relia...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving growth across USAF and commercial markets, building relationships, capturing opportunities, and ensuring customer adoption of innovative maritime solutions while achieving s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Redefine customer experience through strategic AI integration, bridging business and technology. Lead AI product management, ensuring cohesive delivery and governance while enhancing operational effic...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in the Remote Operations Center, overseeing real-time market commitments and compliance. Lead a team to ensure efficient generation unit management and effective communica...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$172K - $237K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in security operations. Enhance our AI security strategy and respond to incidents, while ensuring robust protection of endpoints, SaaS, and infrastructure ag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $237K *

Join a transformative role to lead security operations, build a top-tier engineering team, and safeguard our critical infrastructure while enhancing our AI security strategy through collaborative effo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Champion the security design and delivery for hyperscale projects, ensuring comprehensive protection through physical and electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish stand...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Champion a proactive safety culture by leading safety, health, and environmental activities for a major industrial infrastructure project. Oversee contractor performance, conduct inspections, and ensu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading AI transformation strategies that align technology solutions with business outcomes. Collaborate with C-suite and board members to develop and execute actionable roadmaps e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading AI-driven software delivery transformations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, design innovative solutions, and enhance product lifecycle...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Partner with us to provide exceptional administrative support to a VP, managing complex calendars, travel logistics, and cross-functional relationships while ensuring smooth operations and effective c...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $122K *

Join a team that crafts innovative commerce and digital strategies for premium clients across various major retail platforms, enhancing their market performance and driving impactful results through c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $131K *

Elevate customer success by leading a team of CSMs and TAMs to drive value, retention, and growth. Foster a culture of collaboration and operational excellence while ensuring exceptional customer expe...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $175K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading diverse teams, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving strategic initiatives within a fast-paced environment to achieve operational goals and e...

Detroit, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative cancer screening solutions, engaging healthcare providers and enhancing patient outcomes. Leverage your sales expertise to promote groundbreaking technologies a...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing executive effectiveness and strategic planning. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, coordinating cross-functional priorities and driving organizational alignm...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower our analyst relations program by managing evaluations, timelines, and coordination. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely engagement and support market insights for strategi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate bioprocessing market growth by defining strategies, customer insights, and alliances. Collaborate across functions to ensure market performance and adoption, driving impactful solutions in...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Targeting Officer?question toggle

    A Targeting Officer identifies and evaluates people, entities, or opportunities relevant to an organization’s mission. The role may involve research, analysis, risk assessment, coordination, and recommendations, with duties varying by industry.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Targeting Officer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Common qualifications include analytical and writing skills and relevant experience in intelligence, security, military service, law enforcement, investigations, data analysis, or risk management. Some roles require a degree, specialized expertise, language skills, or a security clearance.

  • Where do Targeting Officers work?question toggle

    Targeting Officers may work in government, military, intelligence, law enforcement, security, or private-sector risk environments. Specific duties and eligibility requirements depend on the organization and position.

  • How much do Targeting Officer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on employer, seniority, location, and specialization. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for salary information and compensation details.

  • How can I find Targeting Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Targeting Officer openings and review each listing’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 and above.