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.
Forward Deployed Product Manager
$180K - $220K *
Optimize client relationships by driving product strategy and execution for top accounts. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify growth opportunities, ensuring beneficial product outcomes that ali...
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Forward Deployed Product Manager
$180K - $220K *
Pioneer innovative product strategies by collaborating with senior leaders, driving new initiatives, and enhancing customer relationships to unlock revenue potential for our largest accounts...
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$112K - $149K *
Drive impactful training initiatives by leading technical education and team management, ensuring alignment with national security goals and fostering product adoption through engaging curriculum deve...
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Operations Manager (Starting Fall 2026) Flow Distribution Center - Logan Township, NJ
$73K - $132K *
Inspire a dynamic team by leveraging your leadership skills to enhance operations, drive engagement, and foster a collaborative environment in a fast-paced distribution center setting...
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$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity strategies for Army Special Programs. You'll oversee IT support requirements, assess security risks, and ensure compliance with federal policies...
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$95K - $115K *
Transform cybersecurity strategies for Army Special Programs, ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions and safeguard sensitive information syst...
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$80K - $170K *
Join a team that drives innovative modernization of education platforms, overseeing technical and programmatic initiatives while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration across diverse teams to...
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$89K - $111K *
Manage and lead a dynamic distribution center, driving operational excellence and team performance across multiple shifts while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate your logistics expertise by supporting vital Electronic Warfare systems throughout their lifecycle. Contribute to planning, execution, and sustainment efforts to ensure mission success in dyna...
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Activity Security Representative III
$80K - $95K *
Lead multi-disciplined security support for sensitive operations, ensuring compliance and accountability. Collaborate with teams to manage classified materials, maintain security protocols, and enhanc...
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Program Protection Staff Officer (TS/SCI)
$135K - $155K *
Shape the future of national security by leading policy development and program protection strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance operational planning and ensure compliance within th...
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Program Protection Staff Officer (TS/SCI)
$135K - $155K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing and implementing strategies for classification management and program protection, ensuring alignment across federal stakeholders to enhance national security...
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$108K - $130K *
Champion cross-functional collaboration to optimize promotional review processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency in marketing operations for pharmaceutical products while leading special projects...
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Service Delivery Manager - Security & Governance
$150K - $164K *
Lead our cybersecurity and governance initiatives, enhancing security operations and risk management while driving compliance with CMMC 2.0 and ISO/IEC 27001 standards. Collaborate across teams to imp...
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$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by managing client relationships and maximizing satisfaction through expert guidance on trading solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver tailored support and drive revenue growt...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative IT support services for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction through on-site assistance and project leader...
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Vice President of Programs & Training
$240K - $265K *
Champion innovative workforce development by leading AI-native training programs, driving strategic partnerships, and ensuring job readiness for underrepresented communities. Oversee a multidisciplina...
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Operations Engineering Senior Manager
$178K - $331K *
Champion a high-performance Manufacturing and Test Engineering team, overseeing 100+ personnel across shifts. Drive operational efficiency and innovation in defense systems production while fostering...
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Deputy Executive Officer of Operations
$152K - $206K *
Join a team that's redefining operational excellence in the judicial system. As a key leader, you'll oversee court operations, drive strategic initiatives, and enhance service delivery while fostering...
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Defensive Engineering Product Ops Specialist
$120K - $202K *
Help us lead product operations in Defensive Engineering, translating security strategy into structured roadmaps and measurable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance delivery go...
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$80K - $95K *
Transform real property management by leading audits, overseeing compliance, and guiding strategic planning. Inspire your team while ensuring accountability and optimizing resources for effective real...
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Recruiter Lead - Full Time (Guardteck)
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Lead the charge in talent acquisition strategy and execution across multiple regions, ensuring high-quality recruitment processes while mentoring a team of recruiters. Drive proactive sourcing, manage...
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Chief Engineer Mgr (L5) | Grand Prairie, TX | 14567
$148K - $275K *
Accelerate progress at a dynamic Navy surface ship UAV program, leading cross-functional teams in engineering and technology. Drive innovation while ensuring mission success and timely execution of de...
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$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to combating illicit trade through forensic analysis and product authentication. Leverage your expertise to protect brands and consumers while collaborating with law enfor...
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$170K - $200K *
Lead the charge in managing sovereign RF and space programs, ensuring technical excellence and compliance. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to meet mission objectives and deliver on time, whi...
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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.