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Cyber Capabilities Engineer

Job Posted 5/13/2026

SAIC

Colorado Springs, CO

United States

Category Information Technology

Job Description

Job ID: 2612450

Location: Colorado Springs, CO, US

Date Posted: 2026-05-12

Category: Cyber

Subcategory: Cyber Engineer

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 Cyber Capabilities Engineer to support the development of mission-critical cybersecurity solutions that address complex operational and technical challenges. As an integral member of our team, you will apply your technical expertise, innovative thinking, and problem-solving skills to deliver advanced solutions supporting national security initiatives. You will join an organization at the forefront of technology, one that is driven by innovation and committed to protecting the critical systems and infrastructure that keep our nation safe.

In this role, you will engage in every phase of the cybersecurity solutions lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and integration. This position offers the chance to use advanced tools, apply cybersecurity best practices, and collaborate with experienced professionals to solve real-world challenges and advance your skills while making a meaningful impact.

Primary Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge cyber capabilities aligned with operational requirements
Apply advanced technical expertise in Python programming and vulnerability exploitation to build secure, scalable solutions
Develop and execute testing, troubleshoot issues, and enhance systems to maximize reliability, security, and performance
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the seamless integration of cyber capabilities into broader systems supporting mission needs
Assist in refining technical requirements, create operational support documents, and incorporate stakeholder input throughout the project lifecycle
Conduct technical demonstrations, develop test plans, and produce user guides to communicate functional capabilities
Proactively identify potential risks and devise effective mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes

Qualifications

TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience

Required Qualifications

Active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
Relevant DoD 8140 (formerly DoD 8570) certification
Expertise in Python programming and experience with AWS and GitLab
Proven experience developing and deploying software and/or cyber solutions for operational environments
Ability to thrive in team-based, collaborative settings while meeting technical and project deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Experience integrating custom-developed solutions into greater cyber and operational systems
Strong foundational skills in vulnerability analysis, secure coding, and/or offensive cyber strategies
Familiarity with emerging cybersecurity technologies, frameworks, and tools
Demonstrated ability to create and present clear, detailed technical documentation to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Why Join SAIC?

At SAIC, we empower those who dare to think beyond the traditional. We foster an environment of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, offering opportunities to develop your expertise in fields at the forefront of national security and cybersecurity solutions. Join a team that takes pride in tackling some of the most critical challenges of our time. Help us secure the future. Apply today.

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

SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .