Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph needed.
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field is mandatory.
5+ years of experience in COOP or related fields required.
Strong communication skills for senior-level reporting and briefings.
Proven ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
Responsibilities
Advise leadership on continuity and emergency response strategies.
Develop and enhance COOP plans and resilience frameworks.
Plan and execute continuity exercises to assess readiness.
Create after-action reports and improvement plans post-exercises.
Coordinate with various stakeholders to support resilience activities.
Support mission continuity and crisis response protocols.
Identify opportunities for process improvements in COOP programs.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Retirement savings plans with company matching.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Flexible work arrangements and schedules.
Generous paid time off and holiday policies.
Full Job Description
Job Description
SAIC is seeking an Information Technology (IT) Continuity of Operations (COOP) Exercise Planner (SETA) to provide expert advisory and technical support to Government leadership across continuity of operations, exercise planning and execution, and crisis response. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to support organizational resilience and workforce readiness. This role demands a self-starter who can independently assess operational gaps, coordinate across complex organizational structures, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations to senior decision-makers.
Responsibilties:
Successful candidate must be able to:
Advise Government leadership on continuity, emergency response, and operational resilience strategies aligned with applicable Federal standards and policies.
Develop, maintain, and improve COOP plans, resilience frameworks, SOPs, and related policy documentation.
Plan, coordinate, and execute continuity exercises, tabletops, functional exercises, and war games to validate plans and assess organizational readiness.
Develop after-action reports, improvement plans, and operational briefings communicating exercise outcomes and recommended corrective actions.
Coordinate and integrate stakeholders across Offices, Groups, Directorates, and the CIO organization in support of continuity and resilience activities.
Support C2 mission continuity requirements and crisis response protocols.
Identify and implement continuous process improvement opportunities across COOP and exercise programs.
Qualifications
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field (ref: DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List).
5+ years of relevant experience in COOP, emergency preparedness, exercise planning, operational readiness, or a closely related discipline.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop plans, reports, and briefings for senior audiences.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
About SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
