Cyber Capabilities Engineer

SAIC - Cyber Capabilities Engineer in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

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Cyber Capabilities Engineer

Job ID: 2612450

Location: Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Date Posted: May 12, 2026

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: On-Site

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Job Description

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.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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