Senior SIGINT Network Engineer

Saic; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Senior SIGINT Network Engineer in Ft. Meade, MD to analyze ISR data flows, design protocols, and deploy scalable ISR pipelines using edge computing and AI/ML models.

Candidates must be US citizens with TS/SCI clearance and be able to work onsite at Fort Meade. Travel up to 25% is required; strong briefing and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Deep familiarity with JICD 4.2 implementation, JEL, TIDE, CSfC, cloud ISR orchestration, and metadata tagging.
• Working knowledge of virtualized and/or hybrid networking environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of Army ISR platforms, data standards, and DODAF framework.
• Working knowledge of Linux-based networking configurations.
• Direct support to Army INSCOM, PEO IEW&S, and C5ISR Center.
• Exceptional technical writing, documentation, and briefing skills.
• DoDI 8570 certification, IAT II or higher.
• Travel CONUS/OCONUS up to 25%.
• Experience integrating Army ISR platforms with NSA, DIA, or joint IC data services.
• Knowledge of IC-ITE, ICD 503 data compliance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design ISR data flows, addressing latency and throughput; document workflows.
• Analyze network protocols and configurations (e.g., OSPF, BGP, VLANs, QoS).
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and monitoring systems.
• Develop integration strategies for ISR platforms; implement scalable pipelines with edge computing/AI.
• Translate concepts into requirements; author architecture views, ICDs, SEPs, TEMPs; conduct trade studies.
• Oversee ISR tools implementation; advise on AI/ML deployments; ensure CSfC compliance; manage cross-domain sharing.
• Serve as liaison with Army and IC entities; brief senior stakeholders on deliverables.

Skills

JICD 4.2

JEL

TIDE

CSfC

Cloud ISR

Metadata tagging

Linux networking

DODAF

NiFi

IAT II

IC data services

AI/ML integration

Cross-domain sharing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD/JD

Tools

NiFi

GATEKEEPER

IC-ITE

IC PEDS

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior SIGINT Network Engineer in Ft. Meade, MD.

Candidates must have the ability to work fully onsite at Fort Meade, MD.

Job Description

• Analyze and design ISR data flows, addressing latency, throughput, and synchronization issues; create technical documentation and resolve data workflow bottlenecks.
• Analyze network protocols and configurations (e.g., OSPF, BGP, VLANs, QoS).
• Configure network hardware and tools, including routers, switches, firewalls, and monitoring systems.
• Develop integration strategies for ISR platforms, ensuring compliance with standards; implement scalable ISR pipelines using edge computing and AI/ML models.
• Translate operational concepts into technical requirements; author and review architecture views, ICDs, SEPs, and TEMPs; conduct trade studies and present findings.
• Oversee ISR and SIGINT tools implementation, advise on AI/ML deployments, ensure CSfC compliance, and manage cross-domain information sharing.
• Serve as a technical liaison with Army and IC entities, represent the government in relevant groups and boards, align Army intelligence requirements with emerging capabilities, and brief senior stakeholders on key deliverables.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.

Qualifications:

• Deep familiarity with JICD 4.2 implementation, JEL, TIDE, CSfC, cloud ISR orchestration, and metadata tagging.
• Working knowledge of virtualized and/or hybrid networking environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of Army ISR platforms, data standards, and DODAF framework.
• Working knowledge of networking configuration with Linux based systems.
• Direct support to programs within Army INSCOM, PEO IEW&S, and C5ISR Center.
• Exceptional technical writing, documentation, and briefing skills.
• DoDI 8570 certification, IAT II or higher.
• Required CONUS and OCONUS travel (up to 25%) for demonstrations, testing, and mission support.
• Demonstrated success integrating Army ISR platforms with NSA, DIA, or joint IC data services.
• Working knowledge of IC-ITE, IC PEDS, API-driven ISR federation, and data compliance under ICD 503.
• Knowledge of installation, configuration, and monitoring of Niagara Files (NiFi).
• Experience with GATEKEEPER. Understanding of Authorities/Compliance Requirements.

Clearance:

• Candidate must be a US Citizen with an active TS/SCI with current CI polygraph.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.