Cyber Operations Developer

Company:

SAIC Location:

Colorado Springs, CO Career Level:

Associate Industries:

Technology, Software, IT, Electronics Description Description  The Cyber Ops Developer directly supports SAIC's mission by contributing to the creation and deployment of innovative cyber tools and solutions. This role emphasizes technical skill and collaboration as key drivers for delivering high-quality, secure capabilities that meet operational success criteria. The Cyber Ops Developer will support the development and demonstration of advanced cyber tools and capabilities. This role is focused on contributing technical expertise in designing, testing, and refining tools to meet SAIC's operational objectives. Working within a collaborative team, this individual will play a key role in advancing mission-critical initiatives by ensuring the integration of innovative and secure solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in developing, testing, and demonstrating cutting-edge cyber tools and capabilities aligned with SAIC's technical goals. Contribute to ongoing refinement and optimization of cyber solutions to address evolving operational needs. Perform hands-on technical testing and evaluation during the development lifecycle to ensure functionality, performance, and security. Collaborate with team members to integrate tools into broader cyber frameworks and ecosystems. Support the creation of technical documentation, including user guides, test plans, and system overviews. Troubleshoot technical challenges related to capability development and integration efforts, proposing effective solutions. Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity standards and policies to maintain the integrity of developed capabilities. Qualifications  Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience. Additional years of experience or certifications can be considered in lieu of a degree. Active Top Secret clearance with SCI-eligibility.

Ability to work as part of an Agile team, demonstrating adaptive and collaborative skills in dynamic environments. Applicable DoD 8140 (formerly DoD 8570) certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, or equivalent). Demonstrated experience in cyber tool development, testing, and operational evaluation. Proficiency in secure software development practices and coding principles. Familiarity with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during capability builds. Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and secure system practices. Experience supporting the integration and demonstration of technical cyber capabilities in operational environments. Strong ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to achieve development and integration goals. Knowledge of frameworks, languages, or platforms relevant to cyber capability development and deployment. Strong written and verbal skills to produce high-quality documentation and effectively communicate with technical teams.

Target salary range:

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