MID Targeting Analyst

About the role

Tactica Solutions is seeking a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support national-level intelligence operations in Charlottesville, VA. The analyst will apply advanced analytical techniques and all-source methodologies to identify, track, and assess priority targets and networks in support of joint and interagency operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop target packages and network analysis to identify individuals, systems, and networks for joint lethal and non-lethal targeting.
• Conduct research and exploit all-source intelligence data to support target development and strategy formulation.
• Produce finished intelligence products that enable decision-makers to prioritize and engage targets effectively.
• Apply advanced analytic methodologies such as F3EAD, Analysis of Competing Hypotheses, and Red Team Analysis.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned analytic lines, briefing results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize analytical systems such as BI2R/I2AR, Palantir, Query Tree, Analyst Notebook, BAT, TIDE, Pulse, and QLIX to perform research and data integration.
• Develop structured analytic assessments in accordance with ODNI analytic tradecraft standards (ICD 203, 206, 208).
• Participate in analytical debates, refine assumptions, and validate assessments through peer collaboration and data-driven methodologies.

Requirements

• Minimum ten (10) years relevant experience; six (6) years acceptable with a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Proven expertise in all-source targeting analysis, F3EAD methodology, and Identity Intelligence integration.
• Demonstrated experience producing finished intelligence products aligned with IC tradecraft standards.
• Strong briefing, writing, and critical-thinking skills with ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
• Familiarity with ODNI ICDs 203, 206, and 208.
• Experience with analytical tools such as Palantir, Analyst Notebook, BAT, and TIDE.
• Capable of leading or mentoring junior analysts in targeting methodology and analytic rigor.
• Team-oriented with ability to adapt to high-tempo, multi-discipline environments.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret / SCI clearance required prior to start.

Benefits

Work location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States.

Physical requirements: Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods, computer use, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Pay

$74,000.00 - $84,000.00 USD /Yr.