SAIC
SAIC

Cyber Engineer Principal

Hampton, VA, US • Posted 8 hours ago • Updated 8 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Incident Management
  • Reporting
  • Documentation
  • Network
  • Training
  • Leadership
  • Computer Science
  • Information Assurance
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Data Analysis
  • Event Management
  • SIEM
  • Splunk
  • Risk Management Framework
  • RMF
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Security+
  • DoD
  • Security Clearance
  • CISSP
  • Cyber Security
  • Information Systems
  • Computer Engineering
  • Adobe AIR
  • Information Technology
  • Systems Engineering
  • FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: T2601856

Location: Hampton, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-05

Category: Cyber

Subcategory: Cyber Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description
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SAIC is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support the AOC Weapons System Falconer Program, and compliant configuration, sustainment, and troubleshooting of mission-critical Command and Control (C2) systems across various Air Operations Centers (AOCs) worldwide.

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Support AOC Weapons System Falconer Program: Provide cybersecurity support for the Air Operations Center (AOC) Weapons System Falconer Program, ensuring mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
  • Compliance and Configuration: Perform compliant configuration of mission-critical Command and Control (C2) systems, adhering to established cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.
  • System Sustainment: Sustain and maintain the ongoing functionality and security of C2 systems across various Air Operations Centers (AOCs) worldwide, ensuring continuous operational availability.
  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues related to C2 systems to minimize downtime and maintain mission-critical operations.
  • Security Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitor C2 systems for security breaches or anomalies and promptly respond to incidents to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of system configurations, maintenance activities, and security incidents, providing regular reports to stakeholders.
  • Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and program managers, to ensure integrated and secure operations across all AOCs.
  • Training and Support: Provide guidance and support to end-users and less experienced team members, helping to foster a security-conscious culture and enhance the overall cybersecurity posture of the organization.


Qualifications
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Required Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or relevant technical discipline.
  • Equivalent experience and relevant industry certifications may be considered in lieu of formal education.
  • 10+ years' experience with cybersecurity, information assurance, and certification and accreditation including at least 5 years in a DOD environment.
  • 8 years of experience in implementing vulnerability assessment and conducting data analysis.
  • Knowledge of Cyber Situational Awareness, to include Security Information and Event Management (SIEM: Atc, Splunk, Elastic Stack, etc.) and other cyber tools.
  • Knowledge Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation.
  • Strong communication and collaboration in high-performance environments.
  • CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III) required within 30 days of hire).
  • Eligible to obtain Secret/ TS Clearance

Desired Skill Sets:
  • CISSP certification highly desired.
  • Experience working in a USAF AOC and general understanding of AOC processes and procedures in support of execution of the Air Tasking Order (ATO) and Airspace Control Order (ACO).
  • Master's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Engineering or related deg
  • Experience working in Combined Air Operations Center (CAOC) and general understanding of CAOC processes and procedures in support of execution of the Air Tasking Order (ATO) and Airspace Control Order (ACO).



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  • Dice Id: 10111346
  • Position Id: T2601856
  • Posted 8 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 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, civilian and intelligence markets include 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 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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