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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$115K *

Lead the charge in developing target packages and conducting network analysis to support national security objectives. Utilize intelligence methodologies to provide critical insights for decision-maki...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Engage in senior joint target intelligence to support USCYBERCOM through comprehensive target analysis, development, and management, ensuring effective combat assessment and collaboration across milit...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Champion the integration of strategic intent into joint targeting operations, supporting high-stakes military workflows. Collaborate with seasoned professionals, gaining essential skills and making im...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform intelligence missions by leveraging technical research and data analysis to identify and assess targets. Collaborate with teams to enhance targeting approaches and deliver actionable insight...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing action tracking and executive support processes. Collaborate across teams to develop metrics, oversee communications, and maintain quality control while ensuring effectiv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee complex defense projects, ensuring successful execution and collaboration among stakeholders. Leverage your expertise in logistics and program management to enhance mili...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $300K *

Oversee strategic deployments and operations, leading complex payer programs while managing a team. Drive program design, quality assurance, and nurse operations to ensure successful implementation an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Advance national security by integrating intelligence disciplines to produce actionable insights, support investigations, and assess threats. Collaborate within the U.S. Intelligence Community, provid...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $158K *

Champion strategic policy development in cyber resilience for the space domain. Lead assessments of joint targeting policies, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices while guiding clie...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Drive advanced cybersecurity initiatives by leveraging extensive experience in network exploitation, vulnerability assessment, and incident response. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you prioritize, assess, and report on vital SIGINT information, utilizing your expertise to synthesize actionable intelligence for diverse customers while enhancing your analyti...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower a growing company by defining and executing high-level operational goals, building scalable systems, and enhancing customer success. Drive impactful results through innovation, problem-solving...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial integrity through proactive surveillance and analysis. Drive initiatives to detect and prevent financial crime while collaborating with cross-functi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $143K *

Drive integrated knowledge management and lead a team to enhance Army training operations, ensuring effective collaboration and timely decision-making for the Future Training Directorate...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion financial excellence by leading accounting operations, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and preparing for a future CFO role. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive succes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and mentor a team of Implementation Managers, ensuring efficient project delivery and client satisfaction while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer security excellence by providing vital support for Special Access Programs while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, enhancing operational security, and conducting thorough asses...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Drive successful robot deployments by ensuring optimal setup, data capture, and real-time troubleshooting. Collaborate with customers and engineering teams to enhance operational efficiency and resolv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in overseeing regional security operations, ensuring safety and protection of personnel and assets, while directly managing a team and implementing protocols across multiple locations...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to proactively hunting cyber threats using advanced methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to analyze and mitigate risks, ensuring a secure enterprise en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

The Deployed Operations Manager is responsible for managing and mentoring Level 300 Site Leads who oversee crews performing Contractor Owned Contractor Operated (COCO) operations. This role involves e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower project success by facilitating permitting and compliance processes for capital construction projects. Collaborate with teams and regulatory agencies to ensure timely approvals and adherence t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion multi-discipline security support for Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures while conducting assessments, training, and oversight to safeguard sen...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing multi-discipline security support for Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing security policies while mentoring team members and conducting thorough ass...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security for Special Access Programs. This role involves multi-discipline analysis, policy development, and compliance oversight to safeguard sensitive inform...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.