Strategic Planning & Transformation Lead

SAIC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Strategic and Organizational Planner to advance analytic, operational, and strategic objectives by sustaining critical intelligence activities and enabling adaptive responses. The role is contingent on contract award and starts around 01/18/2027, in Chantilly, VA, and McLean, VA.

The position requires TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance, a Bachelor’s degree (and advanced degrees per experience), and extensive experience in strategic planning within the Intelligence Community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree with related fields and experience in strategic planning, organizational assessments, or mission-alignment within Intelligence Community.
• Experience leading cross-functional planning efforts and producing strategic products from multiple inputs.
• Adept at translating private-sector best practices into mission-driven environments to drive efficiency and impact.

Responsibilities

• Assess the current organizational environment to identify gaps between strategy and execution.
• Develop and refine strategic plans with multi-year roadmaps and milestones.
• Design governance and workflows to strengthen reporting, oversight, and accountability across the enterprise.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and support implementation and continuous improvement of strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strategic planning

Organizational assessments

Cross-functional leadership

Policy integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications / Intelligence Studies / Political Science / International Relations / Public Policy / Business

Master’s degree with 7+ years experience

PhD or JD with 4+ years experience

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Strategic and Organizational Planner to advance analytic, operational, and strategic objectives by sustaining critical intelligence activities and enabling adaptive responses. The role is contingent on contract award and starts around 01/18/2027, in Chantilly, VA, and McLean, VA.

The position requires TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance, a Bachelor’s degree (and advanced degrees per experience), and extensive experience in strategic planning within the Intelligence Community.