Cyber Action Officer

Job Description

SAIC is seeking qualified applicants to support a cutting-edge data, analytics, and AI platform. Roles include managing customer relationships, service portfolio and catalog management, software engineering & development, data/AI engineering, IT systems operations, and use case intake and analytics for DoW enterprise-scale mission objectives expected in Spring/Summer 2026.

Positions are contingent pending contract award.

A majority of the opportunities are in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area (WDCMA). Some work may be performed remotely, subject to Government approval.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee cybersecurity policy compliance across all WDP cloud and security environments in accordance with Federal, DoW, and agency policies.
• Maintain all WDP system authorizations across multiple security enclaves.
• Apply DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Zero Trust Architecture principles across the cybersecurity lifecycle.
• Review policies, documentation, and regulations and prepare responses to RFIs.
• Safeguard networks, systems, and digital assets through:
  • Planning.
  • Implementation.
  • Upgrades.
  • Monitoring.
• May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.
• May respond to cybersecurity incidents, ensuring appropriate controls are maintained.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors & 9+ years of related experience, Masters & 7+ years of experience, or PhD or JD & 5+ years of experience.

Certifications:

• ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (or equivalent such as GIAC Information Security Professional).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:

• Deep knowledge of Federal, DoW, and agency cybersecurity policies.
• Skill in maintaining authorizations and security compliance across multiple enclaves.
• Ability to apply RMF and Zero Trust Architecture concepts.
• Competency in reviewing cybersecurity documentation, policies, and regulations.
• Competency in incident response and safeguarding digital assets.
• Competencies with the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Framework:
  • Perform Cybersecurity Defense Analysis.
  • Conduct Incident Response.
  • Conduct Threat Analysis and Exploitation Analysis.
  • Conduct Cyber Investigations.
• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management operations.
• Skills to use COTS/GOTS applications, ticketing systems, lab systems, forensic applications, and/or custom TTPs to:
  • Monitor systems for abnormal events.
  • Determine if events are to be deemed an incident.
  • Determine if incidents are due to malicious or nefarious actions.
  • Determine appropriate levels of response.
• Ability to integrate Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) updates and Cyber Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) into Change Management structure for implementation.

About Us

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.


We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.