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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$73K - $132K *

Empower team success by leveraging leadership skills to engage, motivate, and drive operational excellence in a dynamic distribution environment, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving a...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $185K *

Champion the growth of Army Aviation business by identifying, shaping, and executing new opportunities. Build trusted relationships, lead contract execution, and drive portfolio success while managing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense by driving new business opportunities, building relationships, and leading contract execution within the Army's PAE Fires/Maneuver Ground sector. Take...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Take ownership of a dynamic portfolio, driving new business within Army Aviation. Build relationships, shape solutions, and lead contract execution while managing risks and ensuring customer satisfact...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Champion the growth of new business within the Army by building relationships, shaping solutions, and leading contract execution while managing a diverse portfolio and driving customer satisfaction th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing SOC operations and teams, ensuring security excellence and resource optimization. Drive incident communications, support local security efforts, and develop talent while en...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing SOC teams, optimizing resource allocation, and driving incident response. Foster team development and ensure effective communication during...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic planning and policy support for international military operations, focusing on cyberspace initiatives and engagement strategies. Leverage extensive experience to advise on tactical and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $241K *

Unlock potential by leading compliance investigations across the Americas. Manage a team, ensure thorough investigations, and collaborate with key stakeholders to uphold integrity and compliance with...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $241K *

Elevate your career by leading compliance investigations across the Americas. Manage a team, ensure thorough investigations, and collaborate with key stakeholders to uphold integrity and compliance st...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $241K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading investigations across the Americas. Manage a team, ensure thorough inquiries into legal and policy violations, and collaborate with key stakeholders to uphold in...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $241K *

Lead and develop a team of compliance investigators across the Americas, ensuring thorough investigations of legal and policy violations. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold integrity and drive co...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Take ownership of technical operations, leading a cross-functional team to ensure successful deployments of wastewater treatment systems nationwide, while optimizing processes and maintaining high sta...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Lead a cross-functional team to ensure successful deployment and operation of wastewater treatment systems nationwide, blending technical expertise with operational leadership to drive efficiency and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $101K *

Unlock potential by joining a dedicated team focused on enhancing physical security through intelligence analysis, risk mitigation, and proactive incident response, ensuring safety and compliance acro...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional security and logistics for high-profile clients, ensuring safe travel and operational excellence through expert planning and response in dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $168K *

Join us to develop and manage security programs ensuring compliance with regulations for classified materials, enhancing corporate security practices while collaborating with government officials and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

The Director of Security will oversee the security management program for commercial office buildings in Rosslyn, VA, ensuring contract deliverables are met and managing security operations. This role...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Champion transformative AI adoption by working closely with enterprise clients, designing and executing integration solutions that elevate their operations and automate processes, while ensuring susta...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize training operations within a Mission Training Complex, providing leadership and technical support for diverse training activities while ensuring effective scheduling an...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize operations for the US Army TENCAP, enhancing national capabilities through effective task management, knowledge sharing, and event coordination while supporting high-le...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform community safety by leading strategic initiatives to reduce violence and enhance neighborhood well-being. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement evidence-based programs and foster commun...

2 days ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Lead strategic talent acquisition initiatives, enhancing recruitment processes and organizational development. Collaborate with leadership to build a thriving workforce and foster a culture of engagem...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$118K - $219K *

Transform aircraft testing processes by developing innovative test equipment and procedures. Collaborate across subsystems to ensure comprehensive testing and support project management for test equip...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $198K *

Join a dynamic team as a Red Team Operations Lead, conducting advanced adversary emulation and leading a skilled team to enhance cybersecurity defenses through innovative operations and meticulous pla...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.