SAIC

Senior SIGINT Network Engineer

SAIC • $120K — $145K *
Fort George G Meade, MD 20755In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, CIS, IT, or related field; 14+ years experience or equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
  • Expertise in JICD 4.2 implementation, JEL, TIDE, CSfC, and cloud ISR orchestration.
  • Knowledge of virtualized/hybrid networking environments and Linux-based systems for configuration.
  • Experience with Army ISR platforms and DODAF framework data standards.
  • Strong technical documentation and communication skills, including briefing capabilities.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph; US Citizenship required.
  • Willingness for up to 25% travel for mission support and testing.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and design ISR data flows to address latency, throughput, and synchronization issues.
  • Configure network hardware, tools, and protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, VLANs, QoS).
  • Develop strategies for integrating ISR platforms and implementing scalable ISR pipelines.
  • Translate operational concepts into technical requirements and conduct trade studies.
  • Oversee ISR and SIGINT tools implementation and manage cross-domain information sharing.
  • Serve as a liaison with Army and IC entities, representing government interests in various forums.
  • Brief senior stakeholders on project developments and intelligence alignment.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement within SAIC.
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools in the intelligence field.
  • Collaborative work environment with supportive team dynamics.
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior SIGINT Network Engineer in Ft. Meade, MD.

Candidates must have the ability to work fully onsite at Fort Meade, MD.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
  • Analyze and design ISR data flows, addressing latency, throughput, and synchronization issues; create technical documentation and resolve data workflow bottlenecks.
  • Analize network protocols and configurations (e.g., OSPF, BGP, VLANs, QoS).
  • Configure network hardware and tools, including routers, switches, firewalls, and monitoring systems.
  • Develop integration strategies for ISR platforms, ensuring compliance with standards; implement scalable ISR pipelines using edge computing and AI/ML models.
  • Translate operational concepts into technical requirements; author and review architecture views, ICDs, SEPs, and TEMPs; conduct trade studies and present findings.
  • Oversee ISR and SIGINT tools implementation, advise on AI/ML deployments, ensure CSfC compliance, and manage cross-domain information sharing.
  • Serve as a technical liaison with Army and IC entities, represent the government in relevant groups and boards, align Army intelligence requirements with emerging capabilities, and brief senior stakeholders on key deliverables.


Qualifications

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CLEARANCE:
  • Bachelors in computer science, CIS, IT, or similar field and fourteen (14) years or more experience; additional years' experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • Deep familiarity with JICD 4.2 implementation, JEL, TIDE, CSfC, cloud ISR orchestration, and metadata tagging.
  • Working knowledge of virtualized and/or hybrid networking environments.
  • Hands-on knowledge of Army ISR platforms, data standards, and DODAF framework.
  • Working knowledge of networking configuration with Linux based systems.
  • Direct support to programs within Army INSCOM, PEO IEW&S, and C5ISR Center.
  • Exceptional technical writing, documentation, and briefing skills.
  • DoDI 8570 certification, IAT II or higher.
  • Required CONUS and OCONUS travel (up to 25%) for demonstrations, testing, and mission support.
  • Candidate must be a US Citizen with an active TS/SCI with current CI polygraph.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Demonstrated success integrating Army ISR platforms with NSA, DIA, or joint IC data services.
  • Working knowledge of IC-ITE, IC PEDS, API-driven ISR federation, and data compliance under ICD 503.
  • Knowledge of installation, configuration, and monitoring of Niagara Files (NiFi).
  • Experience with GATEKEEPER. Understanding of Authorities/Compliance Requirements.
  • Familiarity of Midpoint Functional Architecture. Experience with Cameo/MagicDraw, JIRA, and MBSE modeling tools.
  • Knowledge of CDS Transfer Methods. Principal Understanding of Dataflow Management Request (DMR).
  • Working Experience with Army Collection Capabilities and their Output Data Formats.
  • Basic Understanding of Expression, BME Query, & ASDF Query Languages. Familiar with Data Format Schema/Service Files.


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
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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