Intelligence Collection Manager

Theascendancygroup

Tampa (FL)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A defense and intelligence solutions company in Tampa is looking for an Intelligence Collection Manager. This full-time role involves identifying and coordinating collection requirements within information operations, ensuring alignment with military objectives and intelligence disciplines. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields and experience in ISR planning and intelligence collection management. The role offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about national security and intelligence support.

Qualifications

Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, or a related field.
Experience in intelligence collection management or ISR planning.
Strong working knowledge of intelligence disciplines.

Responsibilities

Ensure ISR platforms align with non-kinetic targeting.
Bridge intelligence and information operations communities.

Skills

Intelligence collection management

ISR planning

HUMINT

SIGINT

GEOINT

OSINT

DoD and IC collection systems

Education

Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Affairs or related field

Tools

COLISEUM

PRISM

HOTR

MIDB

Job description

Intelligence Collection Manager

The Ascendancy Group’s Mission

To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.

Overview

The Intelligence Collection Manager position is a full-time position supporting the J39 Information Operations Directorate by identifying, validating, and coordinating collection requirements that inform and enable IO planning and execution.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Security Requirement:

TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility

Roles and Responsibilities:

Ensures that ISR and other collection platforms are aligned to support non-kinetic targeting, influence operations, and adversary activity within the information environment.
Bridges the intelligence and IO communities, helping synchronize collection priorities with campaign objectives, operational assessments, and IRC effects.

Required Qualifications:

Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, or a related field
Experience in intelligence collection management or ISR planning, including direct support to joint, interagency, or CCMD operations
Strong working knowledge of intelligence disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, OSINT) and ISR platforms
Experience using DoD and IC collection systems such as COLISEUM, PRISM, HOTR, or MIDB
Familiarity with joint planning processes (JOPP, MDMP) and Annex B (Intelligence) and Annex K (IO) integration.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting a J39 or J2 staff at a Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, or Service Component
Understanding of IRCs (MISO, MILDEC, OPSEC, Cyber) and their intelligence support requirements
Familiarity with intelligence requirements related to adversary decision-making processes, influence operations, or disinformation campaigns
Experience developing or validating ISR collection in support of non-kinetic targeting or IO assessments
Graduate of a service or joint collection management course (e.g., DIA Collection Management Course, Army MI Officer Collection Manager Course, Air Force 14N ISR Operations Course, or equivalent)

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust. We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government‑focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like‑minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation’s security. To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply: