Intelligence Collection Manager - Subject Matter Expert

SMX•Fayetteville, NC

6h•$97,000 - $150,000

About The Position

SMX is seeking a recognized Intelligence Collection Manager Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development and execution of innovative, multi-discipline collection strategies supporting high-consequence and time-sensitive defense operations. In this senior-level leadership role, you will set vision and policy, guide interagency efforts, and mentor teams to ensure successful intelligence outcomes for critical decision-makers. This position requires a DoD TS/SCI security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts. Application Deadline: March 30, 2026

Requirements

Master’s degree (preferred) or bachelor’s degree with equivalent significant experience in Intelligence, National Security, or a related field
8+ years of progressively responsible experience in intelligence collection management, with demonstrated leadership at the strategic/enterprise level in defense, federal, or intelligence community settings
Recognized SME in multi-discipline intelligence collection, requirements integration, targeting, and policy development
Extensive experience advising executive leadership, establishing process improvements, and managing complex missions or initiatives
Mastery of intelligence community collection management tools and advanced analytic platforms
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Valid US passport
Must be willing and able to deploy as needed

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise-level planning and oversight of all-source intelligence collection, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational directives
Shape collection management doctrine, policy, and best practices while implementing process improvements across teams and mission sets
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing authoritative guidance on collection strategies, resource allocation, and capability development
Integrate and synchronize multi-INT collection disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, etc) across complex operational environments
Direct high-level outreach with partner agencies, stakeholders, and platforms to maximize intelligence value and operational impact
Mentor, train, and develop collection managers, analysts, and expert-level staff to build organizational depth and expertise
Oversee compliance with legal, policy, and oversight requirements for all collection activities
Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, white papers, and after-action reviews