Intelligence Collection Manager - Subject Matter Expert

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SMX is seeking a recognized Intelligence Collection Manager Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development and execution of innovative, multi-discipline collection strategies supporting high-consequence and time-sensitive defense operations. In this senior-level leadership role, you will set vision and policy, guide interagency efforts, and mentor teams to ensure successful intelligence outcomes for critical decision-makers.

This position requires a DoD TS/SCI security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Application Deadline:  April 30, 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead enterprise-level planning and oversight of all-source intelligence collection, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational directives
• Shape collection management doctrine, policy, and best practices while implementing process improvements across teams and mission sets
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing authoritative guidance on collection strategies, resource allocation, and capability development
• Integrate and synchronize multi-INT collection disciplines (HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, etc) across complex operational environments
• Direct high-level outreach with partner agencies, stakeholders, and platforms to maximize intelligence value and operational impact
• Mentor, train, and develop collection managers, analysts, and expert-level staff to build organizational depth and expertise
• Oversee compliance with legal, policy, and oversight requirements for all collection activities
• Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, white papers, and after-action reviews

Required Skills & Experience:

• Master’s degree (preferred) or bachelor’s degree with equivalent significant experience in Intelligence, National Security, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in intelligence collection management, with demonstrated leadership at the strategic/enterprise level in defense, federal, or intelligence community settings
• Recognized SME in multi-discipline intelligence collection, requirements integration, targeting, and policy development
• Extensive experience advising executive leadership, establishing process improvements, and managing complex missions or initiatives
• Mastery of intelligence community collection management tools and advanced analytic platforms
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• Valid US passport
• Must be willing and able to deploy as needed

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$97,000—$150,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).