SAIC

Senior SIGINT Network Engineer

SAIC • $120K — $145K *
Fort George G Meade, MD 20755In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of experience; Master's degree and 7+ years; PhD/JD and 4+ years of experience.
  • Familiarity with JICD 4.2, JEL, TIDE, CSfC, cloud ISR orchestration, and metadata tagging;
  • Experience in virtualized/hybrid networking environments;
  • Hands-on knowledge of Army ISR platforms and data standards;
  • Proficiency in Linux-based systems for networking configuration;
  • Exceptional technical writing and briefing skills;
  • DoDI 8570 certification, IAT II or higher;
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS for mission support.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and design ISR data flows, addressing latency and throughput issues.
  • Configure network hardware including routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Develop strategies for integrating ISR platforms and implementing scalable pipelines.
  • Translate operational concepts into technical requirements and documents.
  • Oversee ISR and SIGINT tool implementations and drive AI/ML integration.
  • Act as a liaison with Army and IC entities, representing government interests.
  • Brief senior stakeholders on key deliverables and project alignments.

Benefits

  • Flexible working environment after initial training period;
  • Opportunities for professional development and training;
  • Participation in federal benefits packages;
  • Potential involvement in cutting-edge defense technologies;
  • Engagement in impactful intelligence and security initiatives.
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.
  • Analyze 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 Education:
  • Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.

Qualifications:
  • 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.
  • 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.

Clearance:

Candidate must be a US Citizen with an active TS/SCI with current CI polygraph.

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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