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Technical Targeting Analyst

The Britton Group
Mc Lean, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/9/2026

Program Summary

We support national security missions by delivering advanced technical targeting and intelligence analysis across the full intelligence lifecycle. The program integrates expertise in cyber threat analysis, signals intelligence, and network-focused investigations to provide actionable insights that enable operational success.


Position Description

The Technical Targeting Analyst plays a key role in supporting intelligence operations by producing high-quality analytic outputs that address complex, mission-driven requirements. This role involves evaluating diverse data sources, responding to taskings, and developing insights on issues with both domestic and global implications.

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical judgment and initiative in working with technical datasets, including the ability to extract, interpret, and present findings in a clear and actionable format. The position requires independent execution as well as close coordination with partners across the Intelligence Community.

Effective communication and collaboration are critical, as analysts are expected to contribute to a team-oriented environment while engaging regularly with stakeholders.


Core Responsibilities

  • Generate analytic products supporting intelligence priorities and operational requirements
  • Identify intelligence gaps and develop actionable approaches to address them
  • Utilize specialized tools and data sources to support targeting and technical analysis efforts
  • Perform data exploitation and transform findings into meaningful visualizations and reports
  • Initiate and support follow-on collection or analytic activities based on identified trends
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment and avoid duplication of effort
  • Deliver written assessments and briefings tailored to diverse audiences
  • Support mission activities spanning collection, analysis, and dissemination phases
  • Remain flexible in response to evolving priorities and operational demands

Basic Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with polygraph
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (or equivalent additional experience in lieu of degree)
  • At least 6 years of experience producing analytic or targeting-related deliverables
  • Minimum of 3 years supporting Intelligence Community missions
  • Familiarity with analytic tools, databases, and methodologies used in targeting or technical analysis
  • Experience developing and executing intelligence requirements in coordination with stakeholders
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience (8 years) in intelligence analysis or targeting-related functions
  • Additional experience working within the Intelligence Community
  • Background in cyber operations, signals analysis, or network-focused intelligence work
  • Experience working with large or complex datasets and analytic techniques
  • Willingness to travel in support of mission requirements

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience
    or
  • Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience

Work Environment

  • Mission-focused, collaborative team setting
  • Dynamic operational environment with evolving priorities
  • Opportunities to engage across multiple intelligence disciplines and organizations

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