Watch Officer

Leidos; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Sacramento is seeking a Watch Officer to execute security procedures protecting personnel, facilities, and government property. You will monitor activity, compile incident data, and ensure regulatory compliance.

At higher levels you will train staff, advise management on risks, and coordinate with internal and external teams during incidents. This role requires TS/SCI clearance and strong communication to operate under established procedures.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with ability to obtain Polygraph.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in emergency management, risk assessment, security operations, or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of emergency response, crisis management, and incident reporting protocols.
• Ability to monitor, analyze, and report on global threats.
• Familiarity with tools and systems for tracking threats, vulnerabilities, and risk indicators.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including situation reports or awareness briefs.
• Basic understanding of corporate recovery, contingency planning, and workplace security.

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.
• Incident Response and Coordination: Watch Officers coordinate responses to incidents, communicating with relevant teams or personnel to address and resolve issues.
• 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.

Skills

Top Secret/SCI clearance

Threat monitoring

Incident reporting

Security operations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

FEMA IPS/NIMS training

CEM

ASIS APP/PSP

Security+

First aid/CPR

Everbridge/NC4/OnSolve

OSHA regulations

Job description

Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented

Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Watch Officerwho 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 IPS/NIMS training
  • Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
  • ASIS certifications (e.g., APP, PSP)
  • Security+ or similar credentials
  • First aid and CPR certified.

Pay Range

Pay Range -

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.