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Merck & Co.

Watch Officer (Night Shift)

Rahway, NJ · On-site

Summary The Night Shift Watch Officer is a critical frontline role within our Company's Resiliency ... Conduct continuous real-time monitoring of global events, utilizing integrated threat intelligence ...

Geo Owl

WI · On-site

Experience as a Joint Operations Center Watch Officer, Operations Specialist, ISR Tactical Controller, Intelligence Watch Officer, or Command Center operator. * Familiarity with Maven Smart System ...

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MSD

Watch Officer (Night Shift)

Rahway, NJ · On-site

Summary The Night Shift Watch Officer is a critical frontline role within our Company's Resiliency ... Conduct continuous real-time monitoring of global events, utilizing integrated threat intelligence ...

MSD Malaysia

Watch Officer (Night Shift)

Rahway, NJ · On-site

$96K - $151K/yr

Summary The Night Shift Watch Officer is a critical frontline role within our Company's Resiliency ... Experience using situational awareness and threat intelligence platforms. Preferred Qualifications

Geo Owl

WI · On-site

Experience as a Joint Operations Center Watch Officer, Operations Specialist, ISR Tactical Controller, Intelligence Watch Officer, or Command Center operator. * Familiarity with Maven Smart System ...

New

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for intelligence watch officer in the United States is $75,929.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intelligence watch officer?

An Intelligence Watch Officer is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and disseminating critical intelligence in real-time to support decision-making. They work in operations centers, tracking global events, assessing threats, and providing situational awareness to leadership. Their role involves coordinating with intelligence agencies, interpreting classified information, and ensuring timely alerts for security concerns. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this position.

What does an intelligence watch officer do?

Intelligence Watch Officers typically work in shifts—often 8 to 12 hours—to provide 24/7 situational awareness and rapid response capabilities. During a shift, you will monitor intelligence feeds, analyze real-time data, draft daily reports, and coordinate with operational teams to escalate and address potential threats. The team environment is highly collaborative, with members supporting each other to maintain constant vigilance and share crucial information quickly. You may also participate in shift handover briefings and contribute to ongoing threat assessments, making communication and teamwork essential aspects of the role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an intelligence watch officer?

To thrive as an Intelligence Watch Officer, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in intelligence operations or a similar security-related field, often supported by a relevant degree and security clearance. Familiarity with intelligence databases, data visualization tools, and secure communication systems is typically required, along with certifications like CompTIA Security+ or equivalent. Excellent situational awareness, teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for accurately assessing threats, responding to incidents in real time, and ensuring seamless coordination with security partners.

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CWMD Watch Officer for Crisis Management

Washington, DC • On-site

SGI Global
Police Protection • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

SGI Global is seeking a CWMD Crisis Management Watch Officer to support the Department of Homeland Security, The Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) and Watch Operations. The CWMD watch will coordinate, share, and perform analysis on relevant operational information related to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, (CBRN) and medical events or incidents worldwide that consist of potential CBRN agents, counter proliferation of CBRN and CBRN dual use material, terrorism related to the use, theft, and illegal possession of CBRN material, and provide alert and notification of CWMD incidents.

The Watch Officer for Crisis Management will support the CWMD Watch Desk will be responsible for assisting the Site Lead and Deputy Site Lead in capturing Watch Desk equities for Crisis Management and relay those equities to the Planning Staff on behalf of the Watch Desk.

The Crisis Management Watch Officer is expected to be a "Full Time" position, estimated at 40 hours/week.

Duties/Responsibilities

  • The Crisis Management Watch Officer shall be responsible for capturing Watch Desk equities for Crisis Management and relaying those equities to CWMD leadership on behalf of the Watch Desk
  • The Crisis Management Watch Officer will receive information; perform analysis of the data and draft products.
  • The Crisis Management Watch Officer shall operate the CWMD Emergency Notification System to alert and notify CWMD personnel to scripted scenarios in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  • The Crisis Management Watch Officer shall monitor and review 24/7/365 all levels of information related to Crisis Management and Response
  • The Crisis Management Watch Officer shall provide situational awareness and coordination of events occurring worldwide across the CBRN and medical mission area and draft, prepare, and coordinate operational analytic products and report to inform CWMD leadership.

Minimum Requirements

  • Associates level degree in a related field i.e. (Homeland Security, health, or CBRN degree)
  • A minimum of 4 years of related experience ie. Military or Law Enforcement Operational or Intelligence experience.
  • Must have the ability to obtain DHS Suitability and must possess a TS/SCI clearance
  • Preferred: Experience operating in a high tempo environment, ideally in a role related to crisis response and management.

SGI Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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