Cybersecurity Engineer SME

Job ID: T2511132-OTHLOC-859
Location:
Remote Work, VA, US
Date Posted:
2026-03-05
Category:
Cyber
Subcategory:
Cyber Engineer
Schedule:
Full-Time
Shift:
Day Job
Travel:
No
Minimum Clearance Required:
TS.SCI\_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None
Potential for Remote Work:
ORA\_HYBRID
Description
SAIC is seeking a
Cybersecurity Engineer SME
to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region.
Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026.
The
Cybersecurity Engineer SME
responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Spearhead the design, implementation, and enhancement of robust cybersecurity measures tailored to the unique requirements
• Architect and deploy advanced security solutions that safeguard the MARS environment from sophisticated cyber threats
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential security gaps
• Develop and enforce stringent security policies, protocols, and best practices in alignment with DoD and DIA standards
• Collaborate closely with development and IT teams to ensure that security is seamlessly integrated into all phases of the system lifecycle, from design to deployment
• Provide expert guidance and innovative solutions, ensuring MARS cyber resilience, protecting sensitive data, and maintaining operational integrity in the face of evolving cyber threats

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Two of the following certifications: CISM, CISSO, CISSP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISA, CASP
• Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 18 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
• 5+ years of experience leading CS teams in a similar environment with advanced expertise in cybersecurity engineering, developing robust security architectures, and leading security initiatives
• 3+ years of experience implementing corrections actions, bug fixes, implementing patches, or other remediation activity
• 3+ years of experience developing, implementing, and actioning POA&M with proficiency in advanced threat modeling, deploying security solutions, and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of providing executive-level technical briefings and presentations to senior personnel in an IC/ DoD organization

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .