Job Description
IT Systems Lead Job ID:
2612679 Location:
Chantilly, VA, United States Date Posted:
May 18, 2026 Category:
Engineering and Sciences Subcategory:
Systems Engineer Schedule:
Full-Time Shift:
Day Job Travel:
Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance Required:
TS.SCI_wPoly Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None Potential for Remote Work:
On-Site Benefits:
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mail Tweet Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Apply Now > Job Description Description SAIC is seeking an experienced technical lead to provide support to the Associate Chief Information Officer (ACIO) for a dynamic Research & Development program in Chantilly, Virginia. You will work with stakeholders to ensure system compliance, coordinate the implementation of IT capabilities, and ensure projects meet cost, schedule, and quality benchmarks. The ideal candidate blends a strong background in systems administration and cybersecurity with strong critical thinking skills and a deep commitment to customer success. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide Associate Chief Information Officer (ACIO) support and leadership for the organization, governing IT strategy, compliance, budget, and cross-domain coordination across multiple mission environments Exercise governance and oversight of IT assets, ensuring compliance with accreditation and continuous monitoring requirements across all systems Maintain direct engagement with Information System Owners (ISOs), providing visibility into asset status, risks, and ongoing activities Enforce Privileged User (PU) access controls, ensuring required certifications and mandatory training are completed prior to granting access Manage vendor relationships, contracts, SLAs, and contribute to annual budget planning Ensure compliance with Information Technology (IT), Information Assurance (IA), and Information Management (IM) initiatives across all IT assets Partner closely with customers to gather and prioritize IT requirements across offices and programs Provide solution engineering support for new and emerging IT capabilities Serve as the primary IT point of contact for Tracking Information & Enterprise Responses (TIERs) Collaborate with Security stakeholders to obtain approvals and authorizations for new IT requirements Lead bi-weekly coordination meetings with ACIO, Security, and IT teams to drive alignment and issue resolution Provide representation at the monthly ACIO Working Group, collaborating with ACIOs across the organization Define and execute the long-term IT strategy aligned with business objectives, ensuring scalability, security, and performance Qualifications Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. Bachelor's degree and 14 years or more experience; Master's degree and 12 years or more experience; PhD and 9 years or more experience. 10+ years of relevant experience in Information Technology, Network Administration, or Cybersecurity fields Knowledge of infrastructure technologies, including Cloud, Networking, Server/Storage, Virtualization, Audio/Video, and IT Security to effectively collaborate with technical and security teams. Familiarity and experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and activities Exceptional oral and written skills with experience in writing, preparing briefs, and presenting to senior leadership. 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 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 . Share:
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