Director National Operations Center

DHS Headquarters • Washington, DC • Posted June 20, 2026

About the Role

Summary The Director, National Operations Center (NOC) position is located in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), DHS Headquarters, Office of Homeland Security Situational Awareness (OSA). OSA fulfills a critical and unique role by providing enhanced situational awareness and serving as the bridge for sharing critical information across the Homeland Security Enterprise (HSE). Responsibilities The NOC Director is responsible for the overall collaboration and coordination of all NOC elements to ensure teamwork and a unified effort is achieved. The incumbent plays a key role in maintaining situational awareness regarding critical ongoing matters and transitioning the NOC and the DHS staff to crisis operations during an emerging threat or when a natural or manmade disaster or terrorist incident occurs. Specific responsibilities include: Oversees the integration of the NOC functions, the execution of NOC operations, and the training of NOC personnel. Develops and implements NOC ...