Targeting Officer

Consulting Services Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Consulting Services Group (CSG) seeks a Targeting Officer to support a client’s operations in the Greater Washington area. You will perform all-source intelligence research, analysis, and report writing, develop operational concepts, engage stakeholders, and deliver clear, concise briefings to senior leadership.

Levels 3–5 reflect experience: 7+ years with a Bachelor's for Level 3, 12+ for Level 4, and 20+ for Level 5 (5 extra years may substitute for a degree).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Poly at time of application.

Responsibilities

• All-source intelligence research, analysis, and report writing.
• Operational concept development and stakeholder engagement.
• Preparation and presentation of reports to customer management.
• Ability to deliver clear, concise briefings to leadership.

Skills

All-source intelligence research

Analysis

Report writing

Briefings

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About CSG

Consulting Services Group (CSG) is a premier provider of support services, bringing a new and unique level of subject matter expertise to our clients. Our innovation-led services provide comprehensive solutions to clients facing high-stakes challenges related to managing essential programs, growth and transformation, critical communications, and logistics. Our people bring unparalleled expertise and dedication, and we are always looking to expand our team.

Position Overview

To meet our needs, we are looking for a Targeting Officer to support a client\'s operational requirements at multiple locations in the Greater Washington Metropolitan Area. Successful Targeting Officer candidates will work in an integrated government-contractor team fusing intelligence information from multiple intelligence disciplines. Responsibilities include all-source intelligence research, analysis, and report writing; operational concept development; stakeholder engagement; and preparation and presentation of reports to all levels of customer management. Targeting Officers must be able to think critically and communicate highly complex information accurately, clearly, and in proper context while working collaboratively in a team environment. Candidates should be comfortable with drafting and disseminating written reports and requests for information. The ability to confidently deliver clear and concise briefings is a key skill for this role.

This posting is for multiple opportunities, ranging in years of experience: Level 3: requires 7 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor\'s degree; Level 4: requires 12 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor\'s degree; Level 5: requires 20 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor\'s degree. *5 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.*

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree and at least 7+ years of relevant professional experience
• Active Top Secret SCI security clearance with Poly at time of application

Desired qualifications

• Experience in Intelligence Operations / Analysis / Support to Field Operations
• Experience identifying targeting leads through the exploitation of all-source databases
• Experience using customer databases to monitor field traffic and communicate with field offices
• Formal training or certification as a Targeter
• Overseas experience supporting collection operations and information sharing
• Foreign Language Skills

Compensation and Benefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Employees enjoy no-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options, a generous paid time off program that includes sick leave for you or your dependents and paid military leave, and 14 paid holidays each year that provide added flexibility. Our benefits also include an immediately vested retirement plan with company matching contributions, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a rewarding employee referral program.

We are honored to have been recognized as a 2026 USA TODAY and Washington Post Top Workplace. The strong culture that we have built - one that prioritizes work life balance, employee appreciation, strong values, and meaningful work, contributes to an environment where CSG employees feel valued and supported.

Application and Accommodations

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at 540-751-3215.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Consulting Services Group, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information, see Equal Employment Opportunity. CSG job descriptions are intended to outline the primary responsibilities and qualifications for each role. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification.