Senior Joint Target Intelligence Analyst

The Employee Connect; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Employee Connect is seeking a Senior Joint Target Intelligence Analyst to support a critical defense program at Fort Meade, Maryland. This onsite role requires deep expertise in joint targeting, target system analysis, combat assessment, and all-source intelligence for DoD and IC operations.

The ideal candidate will mentor junior analysts, coordinate with mission partners, and produce targeting products, briefings, and executive-level assessments while upholding IC tradecraft standards.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience supporting joint targeting, intelligence analysis, or related discipline, with some of it within the last 2 years.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Master's degree or 17 years total experience (if no master's).
• Extensive knowledge of Joint Targeting Cycle, JP 3-60, and DoD targeting doctrine.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and maintain target systems supporting joint operations.
• Conduct Joint Targeting activities, including target development and combat assessment.
• Maintain target intelligence records in approved databases and upload materials.
• Produce all-source analytic damage estimates and battle damage assessments.
• Coordinate with planners, analysts, and mission partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Targeting analysis

Mentorship

Education

Master's degree in intelligence studies / national security or related field

Bachelor's degree + 5+ years senior experience

Job description

Senior Joint Target Intelligence Analyst - Active TS/SCI Clearance Required

Location: Fort Meade, MD (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $125,000 – $135,000 per year

Position Overview

A defense and intelligence contractor is seeking a Senior Joint Target Intelligence Analyst to support a mission-critical program at Fort Meade, Maryland. This senior, permanent, onsite position suits an experienced intelligence professional with deep expertise in joint targeting, target system analysis, combat assessment, and all-source intelligence supporting Department of Defense and Intelligence Community operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and maintain target systems supporting joint lethal and non-lethal operations
• Conduct Joint Target Intelligence activities, including target system analysis, joint target development, target nomination, target list management, and combat assessment
• Develop target nominations and maintain target intelligence records in approved intelligence databases
• Create, update, validate, and upload target materials and other targeting products
• Produce all-source analytic damage estimates and battle damage assessments
• Conduct collateral damage estimation in accordance with applicable Department of Defense methodologies
• Develop target engagement strategies and recommend target prioritization in support of commander objectives
• Produce intelligence reports, targeting products, briefings, and executive-level assessments
• Coordinate with operational planners, analysts, and mission partners
• Ensure products comply with Intelligence Community tradecraft standards and targeting doctrine
• Mentor junior analysts and provide technical guidance on targeting methodologies

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Completion of formal Joint Targeting training
• Minimum of 12 years of experience supporting joint targeting, intelligence analysis, or a related discipline, with some of it within the last 2 years
• Master's degree in intelligence studies, national security, international relations, military science, political science, or a related field; or a bachelor's degree in a related field plus 5 additional years of directly related senior experience (17 years total)
• Extensive knowledge of the Joint Targeting Cycle, JP 3-60, and Department of Defense targeting doctrine
• Advanced understanding of target system analysis, target development, collateral damage estimation, combat assessment, and battle damage assessment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior military and government leaders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NSA, USCYBERCOM, DIA, the Joint Staff, or Combatant Commands
• Joint Targeting School certification or advanced targeting coursework
• Experience with dynamic and time-sensitive targeting and modern targeting databases
• Familiarity with GEOINT, SIGINT, and all-source integration
• Experience leading intelligence teams or serving as a technical lead

Screening Questions

• How many years of joint targeting or intelligence analysis experience do you have?
• Do you hold an active TS/SCI clearance, and have you completed formal Joint Targeting training?
• Are you available to work onsite at Fort Meade, MD?