Watch Officer

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Watch Officer who is responsible for executing procedures and processes that ensure the physical protection of personnel, facilities, and government property. This role supports safety and security operations by monitoring activity, compiling incident data, and enforcing compliance with company and regulatory requirements. At higher levels, the Watch Officer also serves as a subject matter expert and advisor to internal stakeholders on physical and personal security issues.

General shifts will be as followed:

6AM - 2PM, 2PM - 10PM, 10PM - 6PM

This is subject to change depending on what is needed by the program moving forward.

 Primary Responsibilities:

• Execute daily security protocols to protect personnel, assets, and facilities.

• Monitor and respond to security incidents and alarms in accordance with established procedures.

• Compile and maintain records and reports related to loss control, security breaches, and accidents.

• Assist in internal investigations, ensuring compliance with legal standards and company policies.

• Provide input on improvements to security procedures and incident response practices.

• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies as necessary during security incidents.

• At higher levels:

  • Deliver training and guidance to employees on personal and physical security protocols.

  • Advise management on emerging trends, risks, and best practices in security.

  • Interpret and enforce compliance with applicable regulations and company security policies.

• Monitoring and Surveillance:

  • Watch Officers continuously monitor various systems, channels, or locations for potential threats, incidents, or operational developments. This might involve reviewing CCTV footage, monitoring radio communications, or analyzing network traffic.

• Incident Response and Coordination:

  • Watch Officers coordinate responses to incidents, communicating with relevant teams or personnel to address and resolve issues. They may be responsible for escalating incidents or activating emergency protocols.

• Communication and Liaison:

  • Watch Officers act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, facilitating communication and collaboration during incidents or operational activities.

Basic Qualifications

• An active Top Secret/SCI with ability to obtain a Polygraph before hire

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• Demonstrated professional experience in emergency management, risk assessment, security operations, or a related field.

• Foundational knowledge of emergency response, crisis management, and incident reporting protocols.

• Ability to monitor, analyze, and report on global threats, including natural disasters, political unrest, terrorism, and workplace violence.

• Familiarity with tools and systems used for tracking threats, vulnerabilities, and risk indicators.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience creating situation reports or awareness briefs.

• Basic understanding of corporate recovery, contingency planning, and workplace security best practices.

• Ability to work independently under supervision and follow established procedures for incident documentation and escalation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Security Studies, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. 

• 1–2 years of experience supporting enterprise-level security, emergency preparedness, or threat intelligence programs.

• Experience conducting or supporting workplace investigations, including insider threats, counterintelligence, or executive protection activities.

• Working knowledge of incident and crisis response tools or platforms (e.g., Everbridge, NC4, OnSolve, etc.).

• Familiarity with federal, state, or industry regulations relevant to workplace security and emergency response (e.g., FEMA, DHS, OSHA).

• Demonstrated experience writing and presenting threat awareness communications or briefings to employees and/or leadership.

• Exposure to global security monitoring and international threat assessment.

• Certifications such as:

• FEMA ICS/NIMS training

• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)

• ASIS certifications (e.g., APP, PSP)

• Security+ or similar credentials

• First aid and CPR certified.

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Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.