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Watch Officer

Walsingham Group, Inc.
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

Who we are:


Walsingham partners with the government to provide the highest-quality, most responsive support possible for our warfighters in peaceful and hostile environments across the globe. We provide comprehensive service capabilities in operations and maintenance; energy and fuel management; infrastructure and logistics; training solutions; and intelligence support. With demonstrated experience supporting contracts within and outside of the United States, Walsingham brings a unique blend of worldwide logistics, broad operational staffing, and the expertise to manage government-owned contractor-operated facilities.


 Job Description: Watch Officer (This position is contingent upon contract award.)


 Job Type: Full time and On-site


 Position Summary:


WGI is seeking experienced Watch Officers to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) Intelligence Watch and Coordination Center (IWCC). The Watch Officer provides 24/7/365 all-source analytic support, monitoring, and reporting on emerging threats to the homeland. This role is central to I&A’s mission to equip the Homeland Security Enterprise with timely, accurate, and actionable intelligence to protect the nation.


Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:



  • Provide 24/7/365 intelligence analysis and situational awareness through rotational shift support within the Intelligence Watch Center.

  • Review raw and finished intelligence from the Intelligence Community (IC), DHS components, and federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners to identify indicators and warnings of potential threats.

  • Assist in the collection and dissemination of current and relevant intelligence products to enable senior leadership decision-making.

  • Conduct analytic exchanges with I&A, the IC, and FSLTTP partners to maintain communications and situational awareness.

  • Prepare and deliver briefings and written intelligence products that support situational awareness and decision support for Executive and Cabinet-level audiences.

  • Maintain awareness of emerging threats, geopolitical developments, and DHS priorities to inform real-time intelligence reporting.

  • May assume Deputy Program Manager (DPM) duties as required.


 Minimum Qualifications:



  • Active Top Secret (SCI eligible) with DHS Suitability.

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution (preferred in International Studies, Intelligence, Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, or related discipline) and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in intelligence watch support or related operational analysis.

  • Experience with DHS and Intelligence Community data sources and systems.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and common IC analytic tools.


 Desired Qualifications:



  • Prior experience within the DHS Intelligence Enterprise or Intelligence Community.

  • Knowledge of DHS I&A intelligence authorities, component missions, and I&A’s role in the Homeland Security Enterprise.

  • Familiarity with Intel Watch style reporting and warning best practices and IC standards for current intelligence production.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills to clearly convey factual information under tight deadlines.


 Additional Information:


This job description is intended to outline the primary duties and responsibilities of the Watch Officer’s role. It is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all tasks or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


 EEO statement:


Walsingham Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

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