Summary
Targeting Officers identify the people, relationships, and organizations with access to information needed to find opportunities to disrupt threats to U.S. interests.
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
10/01/2023 to 09/30/2024
* Salary
$67,122 - $102,166 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
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Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
* Washington DC, DC
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
* Appointment type
Permanent -
* Work schedule
Full-time -
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
None
* Job family (Series)
0132 Intelligence
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
* Drug test
Yes
* Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
* Trust determination process
National security
* Announcement number
24-12182976-7032/CSHD
* Control number
756782600
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This job is open to
* Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
* Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
* The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Duties
As a Targeting Officer at CIA, you will identify the people, relationships, and organizations having access to the information needed to address the most critical U.S. foreign intelligence requirements and find opportunities to disrupt terrorist attacks, illegal arms trade, drug networks, cyber threats, and counterintelligence threats.
Targeting Officers are integral to the planning and implementation of Directorate of Operations (DO) foreign intelligence collection, counterintelligence, and covert action operations. You will combine specialized training, utilize advanced analytic skills and tools, and in-depth knowledge and experience in DO operational tradecraft to identify new opportunities for DO activities and enhance ongoing operations.
Many Targeting Officers spend much of their career serving in the Washington, DC area with opportunities for overseas travel. Opportunities for Targeting Officers to serve multi-year postings overseas exist, but these positions are competitive.
All DO officers are hired at an entry level and train as they are expected to work - as one team. DO officers are hired into one of two programs: the Clandestine Service Trainee (CST) program or the Professional Trainee (PT) program. A CST has three or more years of professional experience, while a PT has less than three years of professional experience. DO officers begin their careers learning the foundations of operations via classroom training, practical exercises, and on-the-job experience gained through a series of interim assignments. Based on the program into which each applicant is hired, the number of interim assignments will vary.
As part of the program, some DO officers will be expected to:
* Operate a motor vehicle without second-party assistance in daytime and nighttime conditions
* Traverse uneven terrain, to include climbing and descending staircases, over fixed minimum distances and in varying weather conditions
* Work non-traditional or erratic schedules
* Make reasoned decisions under time constraints
This position requires a 5-year Contract Term Agreement.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
* You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
* You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
* You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
* You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
* You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
* Personal integrity
* Action and results oriented
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to work independently and in team
* Flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to CIA
* Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
Desired Qualifications
* Inquisitive and investigative
* Determined, focused, and mission-driven team players
* Drawn to complex tasks and finding innovative solutions to overcome obstacles
* Articulate complex analysis verbally and in written communication
* Ability to shift focus quickly, work on multiple tasks concurrently, and excel in high-pressure/high-impact situations
* Ability to learn and apply the latest technologies
Education
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (applicants within one year of earning a four-year degree will be considered); there is no preferred major or program of study (degrees from foreign academic institutions are accepted, but you are responsible for obtaining and providing CIA with a credential evaluation from an accredited firm confirming that the foreign degree is the equivalent of a BA/BS and/or MA/MS degree conferred by a U.S. college or university)
* At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale preferred
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
* How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
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Central Intelligence Agency
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Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
* Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Financial suitability
* Selective Service
* New employee probationary period
* Signature and false statements
* Privacy Act
* Social security number request
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Required Documents
For further information, please visit:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
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Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Read more
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Financial suitability
* Selective Service
* New employee probationary period
* Signature and false statements
* Privacy Act
* Social security number request
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
10/01/2023 to 09/30/2024
* Salary
$67,122 - $102,166 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
* Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
* Washington DC, DC
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
* Appointment type
Permanent -
* Work schedule
Full-time -
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
None
* Job family (Series)
0132 Intelligence
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
* Drug test
Yes
* Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
* Trust determination process
National security
* Announcement number
24-12182976-7032/CSHD
* Control number
756782600
This job originated on For the full announcement and to apply, visit Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.
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