Targeting Analyst

Peraton

$80,000 - $128,000

parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, 401(k)

United States, Virginia, McLean

Oct 18, 2026

Targeting Analyst

Job Locations

US-VA-McLean

Requisition ID

2026-168812

Position Category

Intel and Threat Analysis

Clearance

Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a junior-level Targeting Analyst to provide analysis of multi-INT data to develop comprehensive and accurate identity intelligence on behalf of a national-level customer. The analyst will evaluate diverse datasets and produce specialized targeting products and briefings for a variety of stakeholders, including internal and external partners as well as senior policymakers. The ideal candidate has experience supporting the intelligence and/or law enforcement communities, strong attention to detail, and the ability to perform independently and within a team in a fastpaced environment under supervision.

Key Responsibilities of this role include:

Integrating and analyzing disparate, raw data and semi-structured reports to uncover patterns and trends, developing actionable intelligence to inform and disrupt;

Developing, coordinating, incorporating feedback within, and delivering all-source intelligence products, targeting products, and/or briefings;
Ensuring all products adhere to applicable customer and community standards;
Maintaining quality standards as directed by the program leadership team and supporting the implementation of corrective actions as needed;
Engaging with colleagues to support initiatives designed to enhance customer tools and close capabilities gaps

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Current TS/SCI clearance with polygraph;
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, 4 years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree;
Knowledge of analytic methodologies and tradecraft, and ability to apply those skills within the intelligence cycle;
Familiarity with the use of visual analysis tools to support the development of data-driven products;
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills;
Ability to effectively communicate with diverse technical and non-technical audiences;
Ability to apply critical thinking skills to resolve issues with guidance and support

Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting national-level customers;
Experience working in the customer's operational environment;
Experience leveraging customer tools and databases to develop targeting products

Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.

Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.