Strategic Targeting Officer | TS/SCI Clearance

Leidos; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Northern Virginia seeks a Targeting Officer to guide and monitor collection operations and weave results into a cohesive intelligence narrative. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and be willing to work a weekly rotating 24/7 shift, including weekends and holidays.

The role emphasizes collaboration under pressure, precise communication of complex information, and timely RFIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4–8 years of full-time professional experience; Master’s degree desirable with 2–6 years.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Guide and monitor execution of collection operations.
• Integrate collection into a cohesive intelligence narrative.
• Communicate narratives to stakeholders in written and verbal briefings.
• Draft and disseminate written RFIs.
• Deliver concise briefings clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

High-stress work

Targeting tools

All-source targeting

Database experience

Information flow

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree desirable

Job description

Leidos in Northern Virginia seeks a Targeting Officer to guide and monitor collection operations and weave results into a cohesive intelligence narrative. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and be willing to work a weekly rotating 24/7 shift, including weekends and holidays.

The role emphasizes collaboration under pressure, precise communication of complex information, and timely RFIs.