Senior Financial Intelligence Targeter

M1 Technology LLC; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Virginia is seeking a Senior Financial Intelligence Targeter to support national security objectives by identifying and disrupting illicit financial networks. The role involves conducting detailed analyses of financial transactions and collaborating with interagency teams. Required qualifications include an active TS/SCI clearance and 8+ years of experience in intelligence targeting or financial analysis. Expertise in counterterrorism and knowledge of intelligence tools is essential. This position provides an opportunity to make a tangible impact on real-world operations.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in intelligence targeting or financial analysis.
• Experience with intelligence tools and databases.

Responsibilities

• Identify and track financial networks supporting threat actors.
• Conduct analysis of financial transactions and money laundering tactics.
• Develop targeting packages for senior decision-makers.

Skills

Intelligence targeting

Financial analysis

Counterterrorism knowledge

Cryptocurrency knowledge

Sanctions enforcement knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Palantir

Analyst Notebook

Job description

We are seeking a mission-driven Senior Financial Intelligence Targeter to support national security objectives through the identification, tracking, and disruption of illicit financial networks. In this role, you will work at the intersection of intelligence, finance, and targeting, delivering actionable insights that impact real-world operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and track financial networks that support threat actors, state and non-state entities, terrorist groups, or sanctioned individuals
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial transactions, trade data, cryptocurrency flows, and money laundering tactics
• Develop targeting packages and brief senior decision-makers across the intelligence and policy communities
• Leverage SIGINT, HUMINT, OSINT, and FININT to build high-confidence intelligence products
• Collaborate with interagency partners and contribute to cross-functional teams supporting Treasury, DoD, DOJ, and Intelligence Community initiatives
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the development of tradecraft and targeting methodologies

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Intelligence, International Affairs, Economics, or related field
• 8+ years of relevant experience in intelligence targeting or financial analysis
• Expertise in following financial flows through traditional and emerging technologies (e.g., SWIFT, cryptocurrency, shell companies)
• Strong knowledge of counterterrorism, counterproliferation, or counterintelligence mission areas ()
• Experience with intelligence tools and databases (e.g., Palantir, Analyst Notebook, SIGINT tools, Treasury/OFAC systems)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Treasury or interagency threat finance missions
• Knowledge of sanctions enforcement, anti-money laundering (AML), and Know Your Customer (KYC) frameworks
• Familiarity with blockchain analysis tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Elliptic)

M1 Technology is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.