SAIC

IT Infrastructure Operations Engineer

SAIC$80K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; equivalent experience may substitute for degree.
  • Proven track record in managing complex IT infrastructure deployments in a DoD or Intelligence Community context.
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco networking, fiber-optic cabling, VoIP/VTC infrastructure, and secure cryptographic devices.
  • Familiarity with SCIF physical security, military construction coordination, and ICD 705 standards for sensitive information.
  • Knowledge of international customs, ITAR/EAR compliance, and logistics for secure IT equipment shipping.

Responsibilities

  • Lead on-site installations and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and risk registers.
  • Oversee field engineering efforts and maintain a Configuration Management program for IT hardware and networks.
  • Collaborate with logistics teams to navigate customs and secure shipping protocols for sensitive equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with ICD 705 standards and coordinate Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation.
  • Act as the primary liaison, facilitating technical reviews and meetings with stakeholders to ensure project progress.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
  • Job stability in a secure government environment with ongoing project engagements.
  • Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a IT Infrastructure Operations Engineer located in Pearl City, Hawaii to support USPACOM to lead and execute complex IT infrastructure installations at secure government facilities across the U.S. Pacific Command Area of Responsibility, with primary locations in Oahu, Hawaii, Guam, Japan, Thailand, and the Philippines, as well as provide comprehensive on-site technical execution, field engineering, and project management to manage the end-to-end transition of designated IT sites from physical construction into full operational production.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
  • Field Deployment & Project Control: Lead on-site regional installations, applying agile frameworks and field engineering best practices to design, maintain, and execute the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and risk/issues registers.
  • Systems Engineering & Configuration: Perform hands-on field engineering oversight and maintain a robust Configuration Management (CM) program for all network circuits, commercial demarcations, and IT hardware; develop and verify detailed rack elevation diagrams, power distribution, and thermal/cooling calculations on-site.
  • Secure Logistics & Site Preparation: Partner with logistics teams to navigate complex international customs, ITAR/EAR compliance, and secure shipping protocols to receive, stage, and deploy TS/SCI-level equipment into foreign host nations.
  • Security & Accreditation: Facilitate field-level compliance with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 standards for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and coordinate the creation of Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts to secure and maintain the Authorization to Operate (ATO).
  • Site Coordination & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary field liaison, facilitating weekly In-Progress Reviews (IPRs) and technical exchange meetings (TEMs) with government leadership, host-nation representatives, and on-site engineering teams to ensure project alignment.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelors and five (5)+ years of related experience; experience accepted in lieu of degree.
  • Experience managing complex IT infrastructure deployments, site activations, or field engineering teams in a DoD or Intelligence Community environment.
  • Experience with IT hardware systems engineering, including Cisco networking, fiber-optic cabling standards, VoIP/VTC infrastructure, and high-assurance cryptographic devices (TACLANE).
  • Experience with SCIF physical security requirements, military construction (MILCON) coordination, and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 standards.
  • Experience navigating international customs, ITAR/EAR compliance, and defense logistics for shipping secure IT equipment within the U.S. Pacific Command.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Must possess a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security, or higher) prior to start date.
  • Active PMP (Project Management Professional) or ITIL v4 Foundation certification is highly preferred.
REQUIRED CLEARANCES:
  • Must have an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain a full TS/SCI clearance.
  • Must have current US Citizenship.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

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.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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