Senior Security Analyst

Senior Security Analyst

Job ID: 2615601

Location: Arlington, VA, United States

Date Posted: Aug 15, 2026

Category: Security

Subcategory: Security

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: On-Site

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior Security Analyst to provide general administrative support to the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)). This position is 100% on-site in Arlington, VA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Process CAC and building access applications; access control requests; country and threat briefs; in/out processing of OUSW(R&E) personnel (including civilian, military, Intergovernmental Personnel Act/Detail, contractor); indoctrinations/debriefings, security record management; courier card application processing; computer/network account access requests; and visit authorization requests.
• Provide support to OUSW(R&E) personnel as required concerning clearance information and issues with locks, alarm systems, and maintenance of GSA containers in OUSW(R&E) spaces.
• Run queries of the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) database for clearance information.
• Provide guidance to OUSW(R&E) personnel on Classification and Declassification, including conducting Original Classification Authority/Derivative Classification trainings as required.
• Assist OUSW(R&E) with the development of mission essential functions, continuity of operations (COOP) plans, and COOP exercises.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with at least 7-10 years of relevant experience or 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Previous experience with security support in a DoW or contractor facility, specifically in the functions of PERSEC, PHYSEC, continuity of operations, INFOSEC/OPSEC, and INDSEC.
• Strong leadership, problem identification/resolution skills, flexibility, initiative, and a proven ability to work with Senior Executives efficiently and effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include PowerPoint, Word, Access and Excel.
• Ability to work in a dynamic government work environment and have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity and experience with the DISS database.
• Familiarity and experience with DoD Directives 3020.26, 3020.42, 3020.44 5200.01, 5200.02, 5200.08, 5105.02, 5205.02 and the NISP Operating Manual (NISPOM).

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

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

SAIC is a premier 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, intelligence, and civilian markets includes 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 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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