Targeting Officer

Job Overview

Targeting Officers identify the people, relationships, and organizations with access to information needed to find opportunities to disrupt threats to U. S. interests.

Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U. S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government.

Job Description

Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Personal integrity Action and results oriented Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and in team Flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to CIA Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U. S.

citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Inquisitive and investigative Determined, focused, and mission-driven team players Drawn to complex tasks and finding innovative solutions to overcome obstacles Articulate complex analysis verbally and in written communication Ability to shift focus quickly, work on multiple tasks concurrently, and excel in high-pressure/high-impact situations Ability to learn and apply the latest technologies As a Targeting Officer at CIA, you will identify the people, relationships, and organizations having access to the information needed to address the most critical U.

S. foreign intelligence requirements and find opportunities to disrupt terrorist attacks, illegal arms trade, drug networks, cyber threats, and counterintelligence threats.

Targeting Officers are integral to the planning and implementation of Directorate of Operations (DO) foreign intelligence collection, counterintelligence, and covert action operations.

Many Targeting Officers spend much of their career serving in the Washington, DC area with opportunities for overseas travel. Opportunities for Targeting Officers to serve multi-year postings overseas exist, but these positions are competitive.

Key Responsibilities

• citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Inquisitive and investigative Determined, focused, and mission-driven team players Drawn to complex tasks and finding innovative solutions to overcome obstacles Articulate complex analysis verbally and in written communication Ability to shift focus quickly, work on multiple tasks concurrently, and excel in high-pressure/high-impact situations Ability to learn and apply the latest technologies As a Targeting Officer at CIA, you will identify the people, relationships, and organizations having access to the information needed to address the most critical U.S.
• You will combine specialized training, utilize advanced analytic skills and tools, and in-depth knowledge and experience in DO operational tradecraft to identify new opportunities for DO activities and enhance ongoing operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S.
• Personal integrity Action and results oriented Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and in team Flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to CIA Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S.
• citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Inquisitive and investigative Determined, focused, and mission-driven team players Drawn to complex tasks and finding innovative solutions to overcome obstacles Articulate complex analysis verbally and in written communication Ability to shift focus quickly, work on multiple tasks concurrently, and excel in high-pressure/high-impact situations Ability to learn and apply the latest technologies As a Targeting Officer at CIA, you will identify the people, relationships, and organizations having access to the information needed to address the most critical U.S.
• You will combine specialized training, utilize advanced analytic skills and tools, and in-depth knowledge and experience in DO operational tradecraft to identify new opportunities for DO activities and enhance ongoing operations.
• A CST has three or more years of professional experience, while a PT has less than three years of professional experience.
• DO officers begin their careers learning the foundations of operations via classroom training, practical exercises, and on-the-job experience gained through a series of interim assignments.

Work Location and Schedule

This role is listed as On-site with location information shown as Washington, District of Columbia. The employment type is Full Time.

About the Company

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