Air Force
INTELLIGENCE

AFSC

1N8X1

Targeting Analyst

Description

Keen eyes are just as crucial on the ground as they are in the sky. It is the responsibility of the Targeting Analysts to develop and implement tactical strike solutions for anything that poses a potential threat. Our experts analyze terrains and structures to make precise strike recommendations and battle damage assessments for their commanding officers.

Core Skills

  • target systems analysis
  • geospatial and imagery analysis
  • all-source intelligence integration
  • battle damage assessment
  • precision targeting and weaponeering literacy
  • threat and vulnerability analysis
  • intelligence report writing
  • briefing and visualization of complex data
  • collection management support
  • quality assurance and validation of intelligence products
  • time-sensitive analysis and decision support
  • collaboration in joint and coalition environments

Common Certifications

  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • GISP (GIAC Information Security Professional)
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
  • CISSP
  • Esri ArcGIS Desktop Professional
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • PMP (Project Management Professional)

Civilian Career Paths

  • GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE
  • INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
  • OPEN SOURCE INTELLIGENCE
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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