Coreone

HUMINT Targeting Specialist

Coreone · Washington, DC
Washington, DC $80K–$130K Posted 2026-07-15
Salary
$80K–$130K
Type
Full-time
Experience
3+ yr

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

  • This position requires TS/SCI CI Poly*
  • *This position is contingent upon award**

Responsibilities:

  • Conductoperational and strategic level targeting in direct support of assigned mission requirements
  • Provide direct support to HUMINT collectors, enabling targeting tasks as outlined in the SOW
  • Tag data and build networks using Palantir or similar analytical software
  • Create network diagrams using Palantir Analyst Notebook or other similar tools
  • Conduct Geo Metadata Analysis and Pattern of Life (POL) development using ArcGIS, Google Earth, Palantir, or other appropriate tools
  • Utilize and synthesize HUMINT, SIGINT, OSINT, and other relevant intelligence disciplines to produce targeting cables
  • Consolidate and incorporate Counterintelligence (CI) input for use at Review Boards
  • Maintain and leverage analytic contacts throughout the Intelligence Community (IC)
  • Develop and maintain subject matter expertise across an assigned target set/Area of Responsibility (AOR)
  • Communicate findings and assessments effectively, both verbally and in writing

Qualifications:

  • At least 3 years of experience in operational and strategic level targeting
  • At least 3 years of experience in direct support of HUMINT collectors enabling targeting tasks
  • Working knowledge of TC (classified)
  • Demonstrated experience tagging data and building networks using Palantir or similar software
  • Experience creating network diagrams using Palantir Analyst Notebook or similar tools
  • Experience with Geo Metadata Analysis and POL development using ArcGIS, Google Earth, Palantir, or other appropriate tools
  • Ability to synthesize multi-INT data (HUMINT, SIGINT, OSINT, etc.) to produce actionable targeting products
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to express multifaceted concepts and develop ideas in a logical sequence leading to valid conclusions
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Desired Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Intelligence, Criminal Justice, Political Science, World/Regional History, or a similar field
  • Completion of DIA's Targeting Network Profiling Course (TNPC)
  • Completion of the Operational HUMINT Targeting Course (OHTC)
  • Completion of Advanced Targeting Workshop

Security Clearance:   Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly

Salary Range:  $80,000 - $130,000

This range reflects Core One Solutions' current good-faith estimate for this labor category based on proposed contract pricing and comparable labor category rates. As this position is contingent upon contract award, final compensation will be confirmed based on the awarded contract's negotiated rates, applicable wage determinations, clearance requirements, and the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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