Description

The Ascendancy Group’s Mission

To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. 

Overview

The Intelligence Collection Manager position is a full-time position supporting the J39 Information Operations Directorate by identifying, validating, and coordinating collection requirements that inform and enable IO planning and execution.  

This position is contingent upon contract award. 

Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ensures that ISR and other collection platforms are aligned to support non-kinetic targeting, influence operations, and adversary activity within the information environment.
• Bridges the intelligence and IO communities, helping synchronize collection priorities with campaign objectives, operational assessments, and IRC effects.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, or a related field
• Experience in intelligence collection management or ISR planning, including direct support to joint, interagency, or CCMD operations
• Strong working knowledge of intelligence disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, OSINT) and ISR platforms
• Experience using DoD and IC collection systems such as COLISEUM, PRISM, HOTR, or MIDB
• Familiarity with joint planning processes (JOPP, MDMP) and Annex B (Intelligence) and Annex K (IO) integration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting a J39 or J2 staff at a Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, or Service Component
• Understanding of IRCs (MISO, MILDEC, OPSEC, Cyber) and their intelligence support requirements
• Familiarity with intelligence requirements related to adversary decision-making processes, influence operations, or disinformation campaigns
• Experience developing or validating ISR collection in support of non-kinetic targeting or IO assessments
• Graduate of a service or joint collection management course (e.g., DIA Collection Management Course, Army MI Officer Collection Manager Course, Air Force 14N ISR Operations Course, or equivalent)

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust. We are passionate about everything we do.  One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security. To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply:

• Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?
• Total number of years professional experience
• List the highest degree earned and the field of study
• List the second highest degree earned and the field of study
• Provide your experience as it relates to this role. Please be specific.

If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!