Nationwide · 21 hours ago
Junior Watch Analyst
Alexandria, VA, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$78K/yr - $83K/yr
0+ years expRivet Operations Company is an industry partner to the Department of Defense and a leader in physical and cyber security. The Junior Watch Analyst supports a 24/7 operational watch environment, monitoring and reporting on Department of Homeland Security-related events and incidents while providing critical operational support to senior staff.
BankingFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain continuous situational awareness of DHS-related events, incidents, threats, and evolving operational environments
Monitor and utilize DHS and Federal Protective Service (FPS) law enforcement data systems and networks (up to the Secret level)
Produce incident reports, routine reporting products, and operational briefs
Review, distribute, and deliver operational reports and briefings to leadership as required
Ensure blotter information is received, reviewed, and incorporated appropriately
Update and maintain the watch turnover/pass-down report
Maintain and track RFI databases, ensuring timely review, approval, and submission
Conduct limited analytical work to support RFI responses
Apply mathematical modeling and optimization methods to support decision-making, policy development, and program evaluation
Collect and analyze data to support management decisions and operational needs
Support creation or maintenance of decision-support software, tools, or analytical products
Produce limited GIS-based imagery or mapping products to support reporting and operational awareness
Maintain and update the Common Operating Picture (COP) as part of daily watch activities
Maintain relevant distribution lists
Assist senior staff with operational tasks under supervision
Qualification
Required
Ability to formulate and apply mathematical models or optimization techniques to operational challenges
Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data sets in support of management or operational decision-making
Strong communication skills, including written reports, briefings, and real-time operational updates
Basic ability to produce GIS imagery and tools (training may be provided)
Familiarity with emergency management environments, operations centers, or first responder workflows
Ability to rapidly learn DHS and FPS data systems and networks
Capacity to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overnight schedules as part of a 24/7 operation
Experience: Up to 3 years in operations centers, emergency management, dispatch, first responder work (law enforcement, fire, rescue), or related operational environments
Education: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required
Deployment: Ability to travel and deploy for up to two weeks nationwide
Position requires applicant to be a US Citizen and able to obtain the required security clearance for the position
Preferred
Experience supporting DHS, FPS, or federal operations centers
Familiarity with incident management frameworks (ICS, NIMS)
Basic GIS skills (ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar tools)
Prior watch center or tactical operations experience
Benefits
A liberal vacation plan
A matching retirement program
Competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience
Company
Nationwide
Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Grafmeyer
VP, Chief Enterprise Architect
Tony Fenton
Vice President Commercial Lines Underwriting & Product - Commercial, E&S and Specialty
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