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Peraton

Watch Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a mid-level Watch Analyst to maintain situational awareness of incidents and threats, and support information sharing across local, state, and national level ...

Peraton

Watch Analyst

Mclean, VA

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a mid-level Watch Analyst to maintain situational awareness of incidents and threats, and support information sharing across local, state, and national level ...

Peraton

Watch Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a mid-level Watch Analyst to maintain situational awareness of incidents and threats, and support information sharing across local, state, and national level ...

Peraton

Watch Analyst / Active Top Secret

Washington, DC · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

The Watch Analyst will monitor classified databases, the ticket management system, subscription-based alerting services, cable and local news, social media, and other open sources for threats to the ...

GDIT

All Source Watch Analyst

Concord, NC · On-site

$72K - $97K/yr

IEX is seeking a MidLevel All Source Analyst to join our JOC Watch team supporting United States Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) onsite in Tampa, FL. In this role, you will leverage ...

Peraton

Watch Analyst with Security Clearance

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

About The Role Peraton is seeking a mid-level Watch Analyst to maintain situational awareness of incidents and threats, and support information sharing across local, state, and national level ...

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How much do watch analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for watch analyst in the United States is $73,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a watch analyst?

To excel as a Watch Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in security, intelligence, or emergency management, often supported by a relevant degree or military/law enforcement experience. Proficiency with situational awareness platforms, incident reporting tools, and real-time monitoring systems is important. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential soft skills for this role. These qualities enable Watch Analysts to accurately assess threats, quickly relay critical information, and effectively coordinate response efforts.

What is a watch analyst?

A Watch Analyst monitors and analyzes real-time information from various sources to identify potential security threats, risks, or critical developments. They work in industries like cybersecurity, intelligence, and emergency operations, providing situational awareness and alerts to decision-makers. Their responsibilities often include tracking incidents, assessing data trends, and reporting findings to help organizations respond effectively to emerging threats.

What does a watch analyst do?

A typical shift for a Watch Analyst involves constant monitoring of multiple information sources such as security feeds, alert systems, intelligence reports, and communication channels to detect and assess potential threats or incidents. You may be responsible for analyzing data in real time, escalating issues to appropriate teams, preparing incident summaries, and maintaining clear records of all activities. Collaboration with security personnel, management, and sometimes external agencies is a key part of the role, as is participating in briefings and handover meetings at the start and end of shifts. The pace can be challenging, especially during high-alert periods or emergencies, but you’ll play an essential role in ensuring organizational safety and rapid incident response.

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Watch Analyst

Syntelligent Analytic Solutions

Washington, DC • On-site

$68K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Overview
Syntelligent Analytic Solutions, LLC provides uniquely qualified personnel with the expertise and tools needed to fulfill our customers' management and technical requirements in the intelligence, defense, homeland security and commercial market space.
Our customers' and Syntelligent's success are built upon the core values of People First, Integrity & Accountability, Mission Driven, Community Focus and Team Oriented.
Syntelligent is seeking a full-time Watch Analyst to support the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This is a pipeline position for future needs/openings
Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts
Anticipated Salary Range: $68,000-72,000
Duties will include:
  • As a part of the Watch team, providing continuous operational situational awareness on special events, incidents, and crises affecting national level PH&M security by coordinating communications and analysis.
  • Assisting in developing and preparing alerts, notifications, reports, and other senior leadership products as required.
  • Ensuring Public Health and Medical (PH&M) threat and incident information is properly acquired, displayed, shared and archived.
  • Receiving, tracking, and coordinating requests for information (RFIs) and requests for resources (RFRs) that require HHS/SOC action.
  • Utilizing and updating HHS Alert/Warning/Notification systems, to include International Health (IHR) and Public Health Emergencies of International Concern (PHEIC).
  • Responsible for tracking of PH&M response activities, and maintaining knowledge of systems developed to support such activity tracking.
  • Providing updates and information to HHS key leadership personnel, preparing correspondence and briefings summarizing significant events, researching subjects as necessary.
  • Responsible for maintaining high level of readiness in preparation for SOC to successfully transition, either COOP or devolution, when necessary, into incident management operations.
  • Supporting activities during periods of Continuity of Operations exercises, including potentially temporarily relocating to another site in the area for emergency or test scenarios.
  • Participating in exercises directed by HHS and other government agencies.
  • Operating and moderating traditional telephone and video teleconferencing systems.
  • Monitoring, tracking, and logging any loss in communications capabilities.

Qualifications
Skills Required:
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent English communications skills (Written and Verbal)
  • 2-5 years experience of Open-Source Intelligence Analysis
  • Ability to process multiple actions in a timely manner under stressful circumstances.
  • Demonstrated proactive problem-solving
  • Strong decision-making capability
  • Strong track record of being a highly resourceful team-player
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Proven ability be adaptable to various competing demands.
  • Demonstrated high level of customer service.
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in an extremely fast paced environment
  • Advanced user skills of Microsoft Office 365 suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
  • Basic user skills of Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft SharePoint, and ArcGIS skills
  • Superior time management skills
  • Possess a Bachelors Degree
  • Possess a Valid Driver's License

Security Requirements
  • Secret Clearance
  • HHS Suitability

Special Qualifications and Certifications
  • It is highly desired to have personnel with at least three or more of following special qualifications and/or certifications.
  • Military Veterans honorably discharged, retired, or actively serving National Guard or/ Reserve from the following Occupational fields; Intelligence, Infantry, Engineering, Operations, Radio, Military Police/Security Forces, Command and Control, Medical, Weather, CBRNE or Emergency Management.
  • Emergency Management experience at a Federal, State, Local, Tribal, or Territorial level.
  • 2-5 years Open-Source Intelligence Analysis experience
  • 2-5 years' experience working in one of the following a Federal, State, Local, Tribal or
  • Territorial Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs), Department of Defense Tactical Operations Center (TOC), Combat Information Center (CIC), Command Post (CP), Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC), or higher-level Operations Center.
  • Certified Security+, Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+), Open-Source Intelligence (COSINT), All-Source Intelligence Professional (CASIP), or Intelligence Fundamentals
  • Professional Certification (IFPC)
  • Certified Emergency Managers (CEM), Associate Emergency Manager (AEM), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), FEMA Level I Professional Continuity Practitioners, National Registered Paramedics (NREMT-P), Certified Emergency
  • Number Professional (ENP), or Certified Emergency Telecommunicator (ETC).
  • Possessing an associate degree or bachelor's degree from an accredited University or College in a related field

Online applications, please.
When we review candidates' information, we are looking for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment services professional or a hiring manager may contact you.
Syntelligent Analytic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy of Syntelligent to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability and genetic information, protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability or any protected characteristic. Syntelligent's policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
If you need assistance or an accommodation in Syntelligent's online application process, please contact our Human Resources Office at 540-736-4570, Extension #505.

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