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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Manager, Regional Security - Americas
$150K - $226K *
Lead regional security operations across the Americas, enhancing safety for employees and business activities through strategic oversight, incident management, and collaboration with global teams...
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$80K - $88K *
Champion the management of IT portfolios by collaborating with project teams to ensure timely delivery of milestones, risks, and reporting, while maintaining essential documentation and supporting str...
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Assistant Facility Security Officer
$98K - $122K *
Lead the charge in overseeing security operations and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations and policies. Collaborate with teams to manage security clearances, training programs, and audits wh...
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$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...
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Lead Security Engineer - Threat Management Platforms & Integrations
$132K - $238K *
Join a team that's redefining Threat Management through innovative engineering solutions. Lead the design and development of complex systems, ensuring reliability and performance while collaborating a...
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Lead Security Engineer - Threat Management Platforms & Integrations
$132K - $238K *
Lead a dynamic team to design and enhance Threat Management systems, driving innovation through complex integrations and data capabilities while ensuring reliability and performance across platforms...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE)
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of data-driven solutions by engaging directly with government agencies, transforming complex data into actionable insights, and delivering impactful results through innovative enginee...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE)
$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...
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$201K - $246K *
Elevate your career by joining our team as a Target Analyst Reporter, where you'll analyze and report critical intelligence to support national security missions, collaborating with experts to enhance...
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Vice President, Global Program Head
$312K - $373K *
Unlock potential by leading a global program team through late-stage development to launch. Shape strategy, define milestones, and drive cross-functional collaboration while mentoring talent in a pati...
Yesterday
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in solving complex technical challenges, architecting innovative solutions while mentoring teams within the Defense unit to define engineering excellence and drive impactful results...
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Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, RMS
$143K - $191K *
Lead the charge in transforming talent acquisition for rapid growth by managing a high-performing recruiting team, developing data-driven strategies, and enhancing processes to elevate candidate quali...
4 weeks ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, RMS
$166K - $220K *
Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading a high-performance team that drives innovative recruiting strategies. Your expertise will empower the RMS team, transforming workforce plans into acti...
4 weeks ago
Senior Program Manager (Law Enforcement and Security)
$108K - $183K *
Transform your career by leading a vital program for law enforcement and intelligence operations. Oversee execution, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality support in a sensitive operati...
3 days ago
$133K - $162K *
Empower efficient production by managing live operations to ensure quality delivery, overseeing live haul, feed haul, and vehicle maintenance, while fostering teamwork and achieving cost objectives fo...
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$205K - $294K *
Unlock your potential by leading technical strategies for hypersonic targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive program success, manage risks, and ensure quality execution while engagin...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through expert cost control, proactive scheduling, and insightful performance tracking to ensure project health and financial accuracy across di...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $125K *
Drive operational excellence as an Enterprise Operations Manager, overseeing business functions to support senior leaders. Collaborate on client services, personnel management, and finance strategies...
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$136K - $160K *
Reimagine investor relations by driving transparency and confidence in financial communications. Collaborate with leadership to enhance disclosures and engage with the investment community, shaping st...
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Staff Engineer, Actuated Systems - Ranger (R6347)
$170K - $250K *
Champion the design and integration of actuation systems for UAVs, applying first-principles engineering to ensure operational capability. Collaborate across teams to transition concepts into producti...
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$80K - $90K *
Oversee operations across multiple security locations, driving client satisfaction and employee engagement. Lead a team of Account Managers to enhance service quality, operational metrics, and financi...
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Insider Threat Program Hunt Analyst
$87K - $157K *
Unlock potential by analyzing insider threat data to identify trends and mitigate risks. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures and ensure timely responses to threats, leveraging advanc...
Today
$100K - $215K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your cyber expertise to analyze threats, conduct research, and collaborate with teams to enhance technical capabilities in a dynamic environment focused on internet secu...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $215K *
Drive cyber analysis initiatives by leveraging expert knowledge to assess internet threats, collaborate with teams, and enhance technical capabilities. Provide insights and support for projects, ensur...
2 weeks ago
Outreach & Engagement Task Lead
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving impactful outreach and engagement initiatives, fostering collaboration and communication across the military community to enhance the DoD's support for military families and...
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What is a Targeting Officer?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.