Intelligence Targeting Analyst SME Job Jacksonville area,North Carolina USA,IT/Tech

Fort Bragg, NC, United States (On-site)

Job Title:

Intelligence Targeting Analyst SME

Job Code:

SSE
212

Location:

Fort Bragg, NC

Reports to:

Program Manager

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Supervisory:

No supervisory/management authority

Prepared Date:

9/25/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Position Summary

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking an Intelligence Targeting Analyst SME to support USSOCOM.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting Salary Range for Intelligence Targeting Analyst SME:
Pay commensurate with experience.

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights Include

Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Professional development, training, and certification support
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits Are Subject To Change And Eligibility Requirements Apply.

Essential Functions,

Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes The Following

Supports and engages in the target development process in deployed environments in support of Intelligence collection, counter unmanned systems, and counter proliferation.
Possess in-depth analytic skills to identify, assess, and report on enemy capabilities and tactics in support of target development and the production of all-source strategic, operational, and tactical intelligence analysis.
Enables the F3

EAD targeting cycle and drive Intelligence collection efforts to further support target development and production.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory/management authority

Education, Experience,

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

(Basic Qualifications)

Minimum of three (3) years targeting experience within previous five (5) years or equivalent operational support experience within SOF related communities required.
Advanced HVI/Network targeting methodology knowledge / understanding, nodal analysis, and ability to fully utilize the F3

EAD targeting process.
Highly proficient in utilizing computer applications and intelligence related automation to support target development, analytical efforts and product development.
Excellent briefing skills and experienced in directing subordinate analysts in the accomplishment of intelligence products and assessments.
Expert knowledge of targeting applications and all aspects of HVI/network targeting including methodologies and systems.
Comprehensive background and firsthand experience in the following analytical areas: CT, Regional Analysis, Geo-Political Analysis, HUMINT/SIGINT/GEOINT Analysis and Collection Management.
Expert knowledge of SOF and or CT intelligence experience is required.
Must be a US Citizen.
This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended…