Senior Security Analyst

SAIC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

You will process access requests, manage security records, assist with COOP planning, and support with classification guidance and DISS queries as part of a security-focused team servicing senior government leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of relevant experience required.
• TS/SCI clearance required.
• Security support experience in DoW/contractor facilities (PERSEC, PHYSEC, COOP, INFOSEC/OPSEC, INDSEC).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, flexibility, initiative, and ability to work with Senior Executives.

Responsibilities

• Process CAC and building access applications; access control requests; visits and indoctrinations; security record management; courier card processing; account access requests; visit authorization processing.
• Provide support on clearance information and issues with locks, alarms, and maintenance of security containers.
• Run DISS queries for clearance information.
• Provide guidance on Classification/Declassification, including training.
• Assist with development of mission essential functions and COOP plans/exercises.

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of relevant experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Ability to work with Senior Executives

Flexibility

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI

Job ID 2615601

Location

Arlington, VA, US

Date Posted

2026-08-14

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

ORA_ON_SITE

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.