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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$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic field operations leadership, enhance customer relationships, and implement growth initiatives while ensuring safety and performance excellence across multiple teams in the assigned ter...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $170K *

Join us to oversee compliance frameworks and AML operations, ensuring regulatory adherence and risk management across multiple entities. Collaborate with teams to enhance governance and deliver effect...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to addressing sensitive Trust and Safety issues, ensuring a secure experience for pros and customers. Leverage your critical thinking and discretion to mitigate risks whil...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $118K *

Manage sensitive Trust and Safety issues, ensuring user concerns are addressed while minimizing risk. Utilize critical thinking and discretion to uphold marketplace standards, collaborating with cross...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Empower a high-performing team as you drive growth and operational excellence. Lead branch operations, inspire your team, and achieve financial goals while fostering a winning culture. This role is a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Lead a high-performing team to drive revenue growth and operational excellence. Empower staff, manage P&L, and ensure compliance while fostering a winning culture. This role offers a pathway to region...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Help us drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing team, enhancing service delivery, and achieving financial goals in a dynamic environment. Your leadership will shape the future of our...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$166K - $208K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming military capabilities through cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with engineering and logistics teams to deploy Anduril products and ensure customer succ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of intelligence analysis by exploiting remotely sensed data, producing tailored PIR products, and enhancing customer relationships to drive mission success. Collaborate with teams to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead strategic acquisition planning and execution for major defense programs, ensuring alignment with national strategies while managing complex logistics and industrial cooperation...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion financial operations by managing budget governance and invoicing for paid search campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate tracking and reconciliation, driving eff...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence as a JOC Watch Officer, ensuring 24/7 situational awareness and effective communication across military and coalition forces to support critical missions in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Pioneer impactful security initiatives by managing cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, and driving operational efficiency across global teams to enhance corporate...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team to deliver exceptional service, drive revenue growth, and foster a winning culture. This role offers a pathway to regional leadership while ensuring...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Champion a high-performing team as you drive growth and operational excellence. Lead branch operations, inspire your team, and achieve financial goals while fostering a winning culture. Your leadershi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative intelligence solutions by analyzing remotely sensed data, enhancing customer relationships, and articulating operational needs to develop impactful products tailored to key intelligen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $110K *

Transform the delivery of services by overseeing site operations, managing budgets, and leading staff to ensure quality support for veterans. Collaborate with community partners and advocate for progr...

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $260K *

Drive the optimization of low observable features for next-gen autonomous aircraft. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure survivability against threats in contested environments, leveraging advance...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive customer success by implementing tailored solutions, leading technical teams, and optimizing operations. Collaborate closely with clients to identify challenges and enhance their growth through...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $106K *

Unlock your potential by managing full-cycle recruiting for diverse roles. Collaborate with hiring leaders, proactively source talent, and leverage technology to enhance recruiting strategies while bu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence by leading deployment strategies that enhance customer experience and revenue growth. Oversee a high-performing team, implement automation, and collaborate across function...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $132K *

Drive operational excellence by leading teams in a fast-paced environment, focusing on safety, productivity, and continuous improvement to enhance logistics efficiency and guest satisfaction...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$73K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing operations and enhancing productivity. As an Operations Manager, you'll lead with a focus on safety and teamwork, driving efficiency and innovation in our Di...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $162K *

Shape the future of business development by leading capture efforts, securing opportunities, and fostering key relationships in the DoD market. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive proposal develop...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic security team to enhance compliance and trust, driving SOC 2 Type 2 attestation while integrating security practices across diverse products and teams. Collaborate with engineering to e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.