Description
How a Watch Officer will Make an Impact:
Effective interactions with the team to achieve a mission are driven by clear communication, synchronized collaboration, and unified problem-solving.
The Watch Officer supports services by providing continuous watch, briefing, and support for the Operations Center and Incident Management System
The Watch Officer acts as the primary POC for managing operational data of the operation center. They use technical systems to monitor data feeds, apply analytical skills to assess threats or hazards in real time, and deploy communication tools to ensure leadership has an accurate, up-to-date operational picture
Additional Skills & Qualifications
What You'll Need to Succeed:
The Watch Officer must maintain a constant state of readiness and ensure the continuous tracking of all operational data in support of the operations center.
The Watch Officer must anticipate contingencies: Foreseeing potential emergencies, reducing response times, and initiating swift, coordinated actions.
The Watch Officer should keep up with changing technologies, standard operating procedures, and the tactical/strategic environment.
Required Education:
High school diploma
Required Experience:
3-5 years working in a DOD /Government operations/command center
Required Technical Skills:
Hands on working knowledge of Adobe Product Family, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word.
Security Clearance Level:
Active DoD TS/SCI (prior to start)
Preferred Skills:
Working hands on experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS),
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Belvoir, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $51.63 - $52.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Belvoir,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 101054TS
- Position Id: JP-006216986
- Posted 3 days ago
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