The Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Watch Officer is responsible for leading and mentoring Tier 1 analysts during assigned shifts within a 24/7/365 cyber operations environment. The Watch Officer ensures continuous and effective monitoring of supported networks, safeguarding them against unauthorized access, malicious activity, and other cyber threats. This role assigns tasks, monitors analyst performance, provides technical guidance, and coordinates cyber defense activities to ensure operational effectiveness. The Watch Officer plays a critical role in maintaining the overall security posture of mission systems and networks by leveraging strong knowledge of cyber defense principles, incident response processes, and analytical frameworks.