MID Targeting Analyst with Security Clearance

Galapagos Federal Systems; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactica Solutions, LLC in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support national-level intelligence operations. You will apply advanced analytical techniques and all-source methodologies to identify, track, and assess priority targets and networks for joint operations.

The role requires extensive experience in targeting analysis, ODNI tradecraft, and briefing decision-makers; you will work with tools like Palantir and Analyst Notebook and mentor junior analysts in a

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of relevant experience; six years with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Proven expertise in all-source targeting analysis and F3EAD.
• Experience producing finished intelligence products aligned with IC tradecraft.
• Strong briefing, writing, and critical-thinking skills.
• Familiarity with ODNI ICDs 203, 206, and 208.
• Experience with Palantir, Analyst Notebook, BAT, and TIDE.
• Ability to mentor junior analysts.
• Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
• Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

Responsibilities

• Develop target packages and network analysis to identify individuals, systems, and networks for joint lethal and non-lethal targeting.
• Conduct research and exploit all-source intelligence data to support target development and strategy formulation.
• Produce finished intelligence products that enable decision-makers to prioritize and engage targets effectively.
• Apply advanced analytic methodologies such as F3EAD, Analysis of Competing Hypotheses, and Red Team Analysis.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned analytic lines, briefing results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize analytical systems such as BI2R/I2AR, Palantir, Query Tree, Analyst Notebook, BAT, TIDE, Pulse, and QLIX to perform research and data integration.
• Develop structured analytic assessments in accordance with ODNI analytic tradecraft standards (ICD 203, 206, 208).
• Participate in analytical debates, refine assumptions, and validate assessments through peer collaboration and data-driven methodologies.

Skills

All-source targeting analysis

F3EAD methodology

Identity Intelligence

Briefing

Writing

Critical thinking

Mentoring

Teamwork

Data-driven methodologies

Strategic analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Palantir

Analyst Notebook

BAT

TIDE

Job description

Overview

Tactica Solutions is seeking a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support national-level intelligence operations in Charlottesville, VA. The analyst will apply advanced analytical techniques and all-source methodologies to identify, track, and assess priority targets and networks in support of joint and interagency operations. This position supports a premier intelligence program that integrates Identity Intelligence (I2) tradecraft and targeting analysis to inform decision-makers from tactical to strategic levels.

Typical Job Duties and Tasks

• Develop target packages and network analysis to identify individuals, systems, and networks for joint lethal and non-lethal targeting.
• Conduct research and exploit all-source intelligence data to support target development and strategy formulation.
• Produce finished intelligence products that enable decision-makers to prioritize and engage targets effectively.
• Apply advanced analytic methodologies such as F3EAD, Analysis of Competing Hypotheses, and Red Team Analysis.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned analytic lines, briefing results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize analytical systems such as BI2R/I2AR, Palantir, Query Tree, Analyst Notebook, BAT, TIDE, Pulse, and QLIX to perform research and data integration.
• Develop structured analytic assessments in accordance with ODNI analytic tradecraft standards (ICD 203, 206, 208).
• Participate in analytical debates, refine assumptions, and validate assessments through peer collaboration and data-driven methodologies. Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Minimum ten (10) years relevant experience; six (6) years acceptable with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Proven expertise in all-source targeting analysis, F3EAD methodology, and Identity Intelligence integration.
• Demonstrated experience producing finished intelligence products aligned with IC tradecraft standards.
• Strong briefing, writing, and critical-thinking skills with ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
• Familiarity with ODNI ICDs 203, 206, and 208.
• Experience with analytical tools such as Palantir, Analyst Notebook, BAT, and TIDE.
• Capable of leading or mentoring junior analysts in targeting methodology and analytic rigor.
• Team-oriented with ability to adapt to high-tempo, multi-discipline environments.
• Required Security Clearance: Active Top Secret / SCI clearance required prior to start. Job Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Physical Requirements: Work May involve sitting or standing for extended periods, computer use, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. Tactica Solutions, LLC may modify duties as needed. This description is not all-inclusive. Tactica is an equal opportunity employer.Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. May include lifting weight up to thirty (30) pounds as necessary. Tactica Solutions LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all-encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Tactica Solutions LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (includingpregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics. Salary Range: $74,000.00 - $84,000.00 Posted Salary Range USD $74,000.00 - USD $84,000.00 /Yr.