IT Security Admin Associate

Job Description

Description

At SAIC,  we are at the forefront of technological innovation in supporting the Navy's operational, strategic, and fleet readiness. We are committed to solving complex challenges and advancing the state of the art in Maritime Position, Navigation, and Timing (M-PNT) systems. Join us as we continue to define the future of the Navy's warfighter, delivering unparalleled solutions that make the world more connected, secure, and efficient.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Security Administrator Associate to join our talented team. This role will require skills in network security, system administration, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and basic security policy implementation, with responsibilities including monitoring network activity for potential threats, identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security updates, conducting basic risk assessments, and assisting with security incident investigations.

Work is performed on site in Norfolk, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.

This position is contingent upon award news Spring of 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regularly monitor network activity for anomalies and potential security breaches. 
• Analyze security logs for suspicious behavior.
• Conduct vulnerability scans to identify system weaknesses.
• Report security incidents to appropriate teams.
• Apply security patches and updates to systems. 
• Configure firewalls and access control lists. 
• Implement security policies and procedures. 
• Manage user accounts and permissions. 
• Investigate security incidents and determine root cause. 
• Contain and mitigate security breaches. 
• Document incident response activities. 
• Communicate security concerns to project lead and security manager. 
• Collaborate with other IT teams to implement security measures. 
• Provide security awareness training to users.  

What You Can Expect:

• A culture of innovation, where your ideas and contributions are valued and make an impact.
• Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology and field-testing opportunities.
• A supportive environment that fosters professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) Years minimum practical experience in a Cybersecurity, Engineering, T&E or A&A (formerly C&A) related field.
• Experience in Cyber Security, Engineering, Test & Evaluation, (T&E) and/or Security Control Assessor (SCA) under a Certification & Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process or prior experience with the Defense Information Assurance & Certification Accreditation Process (DIACAP).
• Experience with Information Assurance tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
• Knowledge of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing protocols). 
• Experience with operating system security (Windows, Linux). 
• Firewall configuration and management experience.
• Intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) experience.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools.
• Basic scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) experience.
• Ability to assist with the preparation and maintenance of process artifacts, traceability documents purposed for compliance with Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements.
• Ability to evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing up to classified information and supervise and/or maintain the operational security posture for an information system or program.
• Demonstrated communication skills to interact with project and security managers; clearly explain technical concepts and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Required Certificate:

• Must possess a Department of Defense (DoD) 8570 CSWF certification.

Required Security Clearance:

• US Citizenship required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
  • Active Interim Secret or final Secret clearance is preferred.

Overview

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

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® 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, civilian and intelligence 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 24,000 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 $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.