Targeting Officer

Leidos LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking Targeting Officers for positions in Northern Virginia. Roles involve guiding and monitoring collection operations, integrating information into a cohesive intelligence narrative and communicating to stakeholders in written and verbal briefings.

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.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced settings.
• Experience with targeting tools, databases, all source targeting methodologies, and different intel sources.

Responsibilities

• Guide and monitor the execution of collection operations and integrate that collection into a cohesive intelligence narrative.
• Identify gaps in information and take proactive steps to address those gaps.
• Draft and disseminate written RFIs and deliver concise briefings to stakeholders.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

High-stress environments

Targeting tools experience

Information flow management

Driver's license with real ID

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree desirable

Job description

Job Description: Targeting Officer:

Leidos has multiple Targeting Officer positions in Northern Virginia. Candidates must have or be able to attain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph examination. Willing and able to work a weekly rotating 24/7 shift schedule, to include weekends and holidays.

Targeting Officers are responsible for guiding and monitoring the execution of collection operations and integrating that collection into a cohesive intelligence narrative. That narrative, incorporating highly complex and specialized multi-INT information, must be communicated regularly to a wide audience of stakeholders, in written form and verbally in both formal and ad-hoc briefings.

Throughout this process, Targeting Officers must be able to identify gaps in information and take proactive steps to address those gaps. Key skills for success include the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, often under high stress. Targeting Officers must be able to think critically and communicate highly complex information accurately, clearly, and in the proper context of a larger effort.

Candidates should be comfortable and familiar with drafting and disseminating written RFIs. The ability to confidently and clearly deliver concise briefings is a key skill for Targeting Officers.

Minimum Requirements/Experience:

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in high stress environments.
• Experience with targeting tools, databases, all source targeting methodologies, and different intel sources.
• Able to manage taskings and maintain information flow across multiple organizations.
• Individuals must posses a valid drivers license with real ID.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 to 12 years of full-time professional experience. Candidates with a Master’s degree are highly desirable with 6 to 10 years experience. Previous intelligence experience is preferred, but not required. If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: September 15, 2026. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits:

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment and Diversity:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.