Targeting Analyst

Leidos; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense intelligence organization is seeking a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support vital operations for a Combatant Command. Responsibilities include leading targeting analysis, translating intelligence into actionable insights, and advising on policies. Candidates must possess a Top Secret clearance and a bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience. This role is crucial for shaping intelligence strategy and influencing national defense outcomes.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience, including recent exposure to targeting functions.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Bonus points for experience supporting CCMD missions.

Responsibilities

• Lead all-source targeting analysis.
• Translate intelligence into real-world action.
• Conduct Collateral Damage Estimation and deliver actionable target graphics.
• Shape targeting policies and advise on DoD procedures.
• Champion target system analysis and brief leadership.
• Train others and influence operations.

Skills

Top Secret / SCI clearance

Deep knowledge of DoD frameworks

Collateral Damage Estimation (CDE) experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Leidos Is Hiring: Mid-Level Targeting Analyst – Shape Strategy, Influence Outcomes

Are you ready to make a global impact from behind the scenes? Leidos is looking for a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to join a critical mission at the heart of defense intelligence—supporting a Combatant Command (CCMD).

What You’ll Do

In this pivotal role, you'll:

• Lead all-source targeting analysis to support both lethal and non-lethal operations.
• Translate intelligence into real-world action —developing, refining, and managing target data that informs senior decision-makers.
• Conduct Collateral Damage Estimation (CDE) and deliver actionable target graphics.
• Shape targeting policies by editing and advising on DoD procedures.
• Champion target system analysis (TSA) and brief leadership across military decision-making boards.
• Train others, influence operations, and stay on the cutting edge of target development and prioritization.

What You Bring

• Top Secret / SCI clearance with polygraph eligibility.
• U.S. Citizenship (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree + 8 years of experience, including recent exposure to targeting functions. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Deep knowledge of DoD, CJCS targeting frameworks, and practical CDE experience.
• Bonus points if you've supported CCMD missions directly— your insights matter here.

This is more than a role—it’s a chance to steer intelligence strategy and see your expertise ripple across national defense. Apply today and be the force behind the mission.

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting

July 24, 2025

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 $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

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.

REQNUMBER: R-00163265

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.