Technical Targeting Analyst - SME

Who you are:

We are seeking a Technical Targeting Analyst – Subject Matter Expert (SME) who will serve as the principal authority for AI-enabled targeting methodologies and intelligence-driven data analysis.

This role involves integrating advanced analytical capabilities across complex operational environments to identify, assess, and develop actionable intelligence against high-priority threats.

The SME will provide strategic leadership in analytic modernization, data-driven targeting, and cross-domain intelligence integration while ensuring the ethical and secure use of emerging technologies.

What you do:

• Leverage artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cyber intelligence to exploit large-scale data and identify threats.
• Develop and apply advanced analytical techniques and data exploitation tools.
• Analyze large, complex datasets from multiple intelligence and operational sources.
• Create intelligence products, targeting packages, and executive-level briefings.
• Lead complex analytic efforts and provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure ethical and effective use of emerging technologies in intelligence operations.

What you need:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in advanced analytical techniques and intelligence collection methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven analytical frameworks.
• Excellent critical thinking, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and manage complex analytics projects.

Nice to have:

• Master's degree in Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience supporting federal, defense, intelligence, law enforcement, or national security missions.
• Expertise in AI/ML model development, data engineering, or advanced analytics platforms.
• Experience with cyber threat intelligence, network analysis, digital forensics, or open-source intelligence (OSINT).
• Relevant certifications in intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, data science, cloud technologies, or AI/ML disciplines.

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below.