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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Field Application Specialist - Public Safety Operations (Canada)
$72K - $95K *
Contribute to public safety operations as a technical expert, enhancing user experience through UAS product demonstrations, training, and support. Travel extensively to engage clients, ensuring operat...
Reposted 6 days ago
Director of Strategic Accounts - U.S. ARMY
$139K - $213K *
Drive relationships and sales success by positioning technology solutions within the U.S. Army. Leverage existing networks and develop strategic accounts, ensuring a superior customer experience that...
4 weeks ago
$111K - $148K *
Elevate your career by leading service delivery for a national network. Drive operational excellence, manage diverse teams, and enhance community engagement while ensuring efficient project completion...
2 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower growth by leading a dynamic sales organization, driving strategy, and optimizing performance. Oversee teams to achieve revenue goals, enhance productivity, and foster a high-performance cultur...
1 week ago
$111K - $206K *
Transform global sourcing strategies for commodities, driving value through innovative procurement projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize costs, manage supplier relationships, a...
2 days ago
Director, Public Safety Operations
$130K - $150K *
Champion public safety operations across North America, leading program directors to ensure effective training, deployment, and customer satisfaction while aligning resources and operational prioritie...
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Mission Director - Army NGC2 (FedD075)
$145K - $185K *
Champion new business opportunities by building relationships, shaping solutions, and leading contract execution within the Army sector. Drive portfolio growth while ensuring customer satisfaction and...
1 week ago
$203K - $319K *
Lead and optimize commercial operations to drive growth, enhance revenue strategies, and streamline processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of sales initiative...
Today
$115K - $150K *
Innovate your career with a strategic role focused on omnichannel marketing. Lead data-driven insights and creative recommendations for a top financial services brand, collaborating across teams to en...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion incident response efforts by leading forensic investigations and threat hunting activities. Collaborate with teams to mitigate cyber risks and enhance client security, ensuring business conti...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Engineering, Precision Defense
$270K - $365K *
Lead a dynamic engineering organization to transform offensive capabilities into proactive defense. Shape strategy, scale teams, and deliver innovative solutions across multiple pillars, ensuring robu...
Today
Sr. Operations Specialist - Launch Team
$125K - $170K *
Drive your career with a pivotal role managing customer readiness for dock programs. Oversee project timelines, build relationships, and ensure successful deployments while collaborating with various...
3 weeks ago
$143K - $205K *
Drive your career forward by leading a high-performing team of threat hunters and MDR specialists. You'll enhance customer relationships and operational excellence while translating complex security i...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion strategic growth by managing major law enforcement accounts, driving revenue, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful outcomes a...
3 days ago
Transformation Manager, Technical Support (East Coast)
$132K - $150K *
Elevate the Technical Support transformation by driving strategic initiatives across Customer Experience. Own the execution of comprehensive plans, manage vital partnerships, and ensure success throug...
3 weeks ago
Senior Forward Deployed Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Empower innovation by leading the development of production Generative AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize workflows, ensuring operational excellence a...
Reposted today
$100K - $120K *
Drive excellence in licensing operations by leading a dedicated team, managing key client portfolios and ensuring high-quality application processes while fostering a culture of accountability and con...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Technical Threat Investigator, Threat Intel Engineering
$125K - $150K *
Join a proactive team as you independently investigate sophisticated threat actors. Use your expertise in threat intelligence to enhance security measures, develop solutions, and automate workflows to...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead growth initiatives for a fast-paced digital platform, driving acquisition, engagement, and retention. Collaborate across teams to optimize campaigns and leverage AI tools, establishing a strong f...
Reposted 6 days ago
Deputy Chief Compliance Officer
$150K - $180K *
Pioneer a transformative compliance framework with a key focus on integrating technology and oversight, ensuring investor protection while enhancing operational efficiency across a dynamic financial l...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$125K *
Lead the charge in driving client relationships and business growth within Texas. Leverage your expertise in eDiscovery and legal services to identify client needs, foster partnerships, and collaborat...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Member of Strategic Staff, Model Ecosystem
$125K - $150K *
Engage with model partners to drive integration and launch of generative AI solutions. Own relationships end-to-end, negotiate terms, and collaborate across teams to scale partnerships and enhance our...
2 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Transform complex challenges into scalable AI solutions by collaborating with enterprise clients, guiding projects from concept to deployment, and delivering impactful results across the entire custom...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$114K - $135K *
Champion innovative account-based marketing strategies to drive pipeline growth through AI-powered insights, collaborating cross-functionally to execute targeted campaigns that engage Enterprise and T...
2 days ago
$240K - $300K *
Empower strategic partnerships across the Eastern U.S. to drive revenue growth. Build and manage a partner-sourced pipeline, enhance customer engagement, and accelerate deal closures through collabora...
2 days ago
What is a Targeting Officer?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.