Senior Security Analyst

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 Falls Church, VA. "The anticipated salary range for this position will be between $125,000 and $135,000." 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.