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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$97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering community relations and maximizing Inuit employment. Act as a key liaison, engage with the public, and support initiatives that enhance collaboration between...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K *

Transform community relations by acting as a key liaison, fostering partnerships, and promoting Inuit employment while ensuring effective communication between the company and local stakeholders...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI product development by building innovative workflows and tools from concept to production. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive AI adoption...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive financial operations that fuel strategic growth for a high-growth startup. Collaborate with leadership to shape capital allocation, implement systems, and optimize financial performance across a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading financial operations for a fast-paced AI startup. Drive capital allocation, strategic planning, and accounting infrastructure to ensure robust growth and operational effici...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $206K *

Lead a dynamic team of Signals Intelligence Officers in a 24/7 operations center, overseeing SIGINT collection operations that support critical national security missions while ensuring team readiness...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $128K *

Unlock potential by leading the Tenable stack for a global network, ensuring robust vulnerability management and security across an Intelligence Community enterprise. Collaborate with a skilled team t...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $111K *

Join a mission-driven team to engineer and secure endpoint solutions in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to protect enterprise systems while collaborating with vendors and customers to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Manage and optimize fleet operations for a government-contracted detainee transportation program across Texas, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational readiness while overseeing maintenance, insp...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Empower public safety by bridging connections between corporations and agencies. Foster trust, drive training, and ensure effective crisis management while enhancing preparedness and coordination amon...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead compliance efforts by owning the Technology Control Plan, ensuring ITAR and EAR regulations are met across operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain robust control measures...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $120K *

Transform the field operations landscape by supporting R&D and customer missions. Engage directly with military and commercial clients, ensuring seamless deployment and troubleshooting of advanced sys...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock new business opportunities by developing strategic relationships with regional financial institutions, driving growth through consultative sales and tailored solutions in cash management and se...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$285K - $330K *

Support the enforcement operations lifecycle across cloud partnerships, ensuring user safety and compliance through effective cross-functional collaboration. Design, implement, and maintain robust enf...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $330K *

Transform enforcement operations across multi-cloud platforms by leading detection, review, and action processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent, auditable, and efficient...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $330K *

Own and oversee the end-to-end enforcement lifecycle across multi-cloud platforms, ensuring consistency and effectiveness in detection, review, and action against misuse while cooperating with diverse...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer engagements by leading technical programs and deployments, ensuring seamless integration and operational success. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Optimize contract execution by managing the entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and leading teams through military testing and documentation processes to achieve contract milestones effectively...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in overseeing division operations, directing staff, and enhancing program effectiveness through strategic planning and evaluation. Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to ensure o...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading operational strategies and evaluations in a dynamic environment. Drive efficiency and effectiveness while collaborating with law enforcement agencies to enhance divisi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming patient care through AI solutions. Collaborate with senior leaders to optimize customer success and drive measurable results across complex accounts. Make a tangible im...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a transformative team working with healthcare AI to enhance patient care. Drive customer success by managing complex accounts and delivering measurable ROI while collaborating with executives to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$270K - $295K *

Lead strategic initiatives at the enterprise level, enhancing decision-making and execution across functions. Collaborate with senior leaders to shape priorities and drive organizational effectiveness...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative infrastructure solutions by leading a $15B capital portfolio. Oversee planning, design, and construction while aligning strategic priorities with city agencies to enhance urban dev...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $145K *

Lead the charge in providing logistics support and analysis for the V-22 Osprey program, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and effective sustainment management...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.