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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$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading threat intelligence and detection engineering. Shape strategies to protect diverse industries from cyber threats, while building a high-impact program that...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$206K - $242K *

Transform external attack capabilities by developing scalable workflows and automating reconnaissance processes. Drive innovation in offensive security, mentor teammates, and contribute to a high-impa...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Drive business growth by identifying and qualifying federal procurement opportunities, focusing on healthcare contracts. Collaborate on capture strategies and build partnerships to enhance win probabi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $243K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by analyzing diverse datasets and creating actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance reporting and automate processes, ensuring information quality a...

Three Rivers, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $190K *

Drive the Integrated Operations Center, overseeing cybersecurity operations, fraud defense, and incident management. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance threat detection, operational resilience, an...

Lancaster, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage in a dynamic role leading security operations and AI integration. Oversee real-time threat monitoring and incident response while developing automated workflows in a cutting-edge, multi-tenant...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to cutting-edge drone security solutions. Leverage your technology expertise and communication skills to support sales efforts, guide customers, and drive growth in a rap...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple deployment projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams to define goals, mitigate risks, and leverage Fortra products for o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate with government agencies to transform complex data into actionable insights. Take ownership of customer engagements, from discovery to deployment, leveraging engineering and analytical ski...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex pharmaceutical marketing campaigns, mentoring teams, and ensuring strategic alignment with client objectives while driving operational success...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a Senior Program Analyst role focused on solving complex cross-functional challenges. Utilize analytical skills to enhance pricing, agreements, and program performance while col...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $149K *

Shape the future of technical marketing by crafting compelling narratives that engage practitioners and influencers, driving curiosity and interest in cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions across our i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Sanctions Screening SME, driving system design, analysis, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance screening processes and ensure compliance, while leveraging dee...

Jersey City, NJRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $160K *

Empower the go-to-market organization by architecting and optimizing revenue operations, driving AI innovation, and enhancing team productivity through strategic systems thinking and advanced automati...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $195K *

Lead treasury operations to optimize cash management, liquidity forecasting, and banking relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance financial controls and drive strategic decisions suppo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$102K - $122K *

Champion client partnerships by driving strategic media campaigns and fostering relationships. Leverage your expertise in DTC paid media to enhance client success and team collaboration, ensuring impa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform customer experiences by leading a dynamic Policy Operations team, driving process innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance service delivery and operational eff...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $164K *

Lead our cybersecurity and governance initiatives, enhancing security operations and risk management while driving compliance with CMMC 2.0 and ISO/IEC 27001 standards. Collaborate across teams to imp...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$228K - $423K *

Lead the charge in advancing national cybersecurity initiatives, overseeing program execution and stakeholder engagement. Drive strategic objectives into actionable plans while ensuring technical perf...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Transform your career by driving sales growth through innovative solutions in cybersecurity and networking. Engage with top organizations, leverage technology, and build lasting client relationships i...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $121K *

Join us to drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships. Leverage your technical and business acumen to influence stakeholders and close deals while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $126K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth by supervising sales strategies, enhancing performance, and expanding customer bases. Collaborate with stakeholders to innovate product offerings while leadin...

Avon, CTRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing advanced technical support and automating workflows. Collaborate with engineering teams to solve complex issues and enhance customer satisfaction while using your expe...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $352K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise AI by building scalable, LLM-enabled applications. Collaborate with customers to deliver impactful solutions, codify reusable assets, and shape the future of A...

Santa Clara, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $229K *

Join us to protect our players and platforms from advanced cyber threats. As a key member of our security team, you'll actively identify, investigate, and respond to security incidents, ensuring robus...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.