HUMINT Targeting Specialist

Peraton•Fort Meade, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Adversaries don't operate in the open — and finding them requires more than data. It requires the disciplined application of HUMINT targeting tradecraft to identify, characterize, and track the people and networks behind the threats. Peraton is seeking a HUMINT Targeting Specialist to support USCYBERCOM J2X at Fort Meade, MD, applying advanced targeting expertise to support the command's intelligence requirements and operational decision-making. In this role, you'll conduct HUMINT target development and analysis, produce targeting products that directly inform operational planning, and collaborate with IC counterparts to deconflict and validate assessments. You'll work within a sensitive, mission-critical environment where your expertise in HUMINT collection authorities, targeting methodologies, and tradecraft standards shapes how USCYBERCOM understands and acts against adversary capabilities. This is a senior-level role for a HUMINT professional who brings deep targeting experience, a thorough command of IC analytic standards, and the judgment to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes command environment.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
Minimum of 12 years w/o a degree or 10 years with AS/AA or 8 years with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA or 3 years with PhD
Working knowledge of HUMINT targeting methodologies, target development processes, and IC/DoD classification guidelines
Demonstrated ability to produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports and assessments in Microsoft Office formats
Proficiency evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information using structured analytic techniques
Understanding of intelligence collection capabilities and limitations across HUMINT platforms
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Background in HUMINT operations, target development, or source management
Experience with HUMINT targeting tools and databases
Familiarity with DoD HUMINT collection authorities and targeting oversight requirements
Experience with Intellipedia or other IC analytic platforms
Knowledge of foreign intelligence service structures and HUMINT targeting methodologies
12+ years of relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
Master's degree in a related field — or a Bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total)

Responsibilities

Apply advanced HUMINT targeting expertise to support USCYBERCOM intelligence requirements and operational decision-making
Conduct HUMINT target development and analysis to identify and characterize adversary capabilities, networks, and activities
Produce HUMINT targeting products supporting operational planning and decision-making
Collaborate with IC counterparts to deconflict and validate HUMINT targeting assessments
Support collection requirements development to address HUMINT intelligence gaps
Develop and present intelligence briefings to USCYBERCOM J2X staff and senior leadership
Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) related to HUMINT targeting
Apply proper handling and dissemination procedures for sensitive HUMINT materials
Adhere to ODNI and DIA all-source analytic tradecraft and standards
Document Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives as assigned