Night Watch Lead - Global Security & Crisis Ops

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Night Shift Watch Officer for its Resiliency Center. You will maintain real-time situational awareness, triage incidents, and coordinate crisis response during peak global hours.

This role interfaces with leadership, cross-functional partners, and AI-enabled platforms to safeguard people, assets, and operations. The candidate will bring GSOC experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a track record of rapid decision making under

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 3 years of experience in GSOC or similar fast-paced monitoring environment.
• Experience using situational awareness and threat intelligence platforms.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time global events and identify risks.
• Perform initial triage, impact assessment, and escalation of incidents.
• Draft incident reports and security advisories for stakeholders.
• Serve as primary contact for employee assistance during night shifts.
• Coordinate handovers with Day Shift for continuity.
• Contribute to watch desk workflow improvements and new tech adoption.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Alarm Management

Analytical Thinking

Crisis Management

Incident Reporting

Decision Making

Real Time Monitoring

Security Operations

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Threat intelligence platforms

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Night Shift Watch Officer for its Resiliency Center. You will maintain real-time situational awareness, triage incidents, and coordinate crisis response during peak global hours.

This role interfaces with leadership, cross-functional partners, and AI-enabled platforms to safeguard people, assets, and operations. The candidate will bring GSOC experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a track record of rapid decision making under