Collection Manager

Job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. Please review the job details below. Vantor is seeking an experienced Collection Manager to support intelligence operations and defense mission requirements in the GCC. The Collection Manager serves as the primary liaison between military operations, analytic cells, and collection organizations, ensuring intelligence collection efforts align with strategic military objectives, operational priorities, and mission requirements. The successful candidate will provide expert guidance on defense-related intelligence priorities, operational requirements, and tactical considerations while coordinating collection activities across multiple intelligence disciplines. This role is responsible for translating complex operational needs into actionable collection directives, integrating real-time battlefield intelligence into collection plans, and enhancing situational awareness and decision-making across military and government organizations. Working Conditions Position based in the GCC. May require periodic travel within the region. Ability to support mission requirements in dynamic operational and military environments. Responsibilities: Serve as the primary liaison between military operations, intelligence analysts, and collection organizations. Develop, prioritize, and manage intelligence collection requirements in support of military operations and strategic objectives. Coordinate and synchronize collection activities across multiple intelligence disciplines and operational stakeholders. Advise leadership on defense-related intelligence priorities, military capabilities, emerging threats, and operational requirements. Translate commander and operational information requirements into actionable collection strategies and directives. Integrate real-time operational and battlefield intelligence into collection planning and execution processes. Coordinate with Saudi Arabian, allied, and partner military organizations to ensure collection efforts support joint mission objectives. Monitor collection operations and assess collection effectiveness against established intelligence requirements. Support mission planning, execution, and after-action assessments through collection management expertise. Ensure compliance with military procedures, intelligence oversight requirements, security protocols, and operational standards. Develop intelligence collection plans, reporting mechanisms, and collection management briefings for senior leadership. Identify intelligence gaps and recommend collection strategies to improve situational awareness and operational effectiveness. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geospatial Intelligence, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Political Science, Military Science, Intelligence Studies, Operational Research, Data Science, or a related field. Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in intelligence operations, collection management, military operations, or related disciplines. Minimum 5 years of experience leading military collection teams in joint operational environments. Demonstrated experience managing intelligence collection requirements and coordinating collection activities in support of military operations. Strong understanding of intelligence collection disciplines, military operations, and operational planning processes. Experience working with joint, coalition, or multinational military organizations. Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior military and government leaders. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting NATO, U.S., Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), or allied military and defense organizations. Experience working in operational headquarters, intelligence fusion centers, or joint operations centers. Knowledge of Middle East and North Africa (MENA) security dynamics and regional military operations. Experience integrating GEOINT, all-source intelligence, and operational reporting into collection management processes. Familiarity with intelligence requirements management, collection synchronization, and operational assessment methodologies. Professional military education or advanced intelligence training. EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.