Cybersecurity Systems Administrator

  • SAIC
  • CO
  • Oct 21, 2026

Job Description

Description
SAIC is seeking a cybersecurity systems administrator to support the Space Systems Command to develop, deploy, modernize, and expand the program and its customers. We are looking for a detail-oriented cybersecurity administrator to be responsible for desktop, mobile, and network security, troubleshooting network access and implementing network security policies and procedures at our organization.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical base who can identify the problem and build a hardened solution.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct in depth technical scans on hardware, operating systems, and software to identify system vulnerabilities.
  • Perform necessary system configuration tasks on Linux and some Windows machines to mitigate vulnerabilities.
  • Serve as the primary ISSO in a TS/SCI Special Access Program for Space System Command in Colorado Springs at multiple sites.
  • Install, configure and maintain cybersecurity tools, including Trellix, HBSS, ACAS, and Solarwinds.
  • Perform installation, configuration, and troubleshooting tasks to create a more secure and hardened ecosystem for software and systems.
  • Maintain excellent documentation of all technical material.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve mission objectives.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and 14 or more years of relevant experience; master's degree in computer science or related field and 12 or more years of relevant experience. Experience will be accepted in lieu of education.
  • Active Top Secret or DoE Q clearance with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date) and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
  • CompTIA Security + or equivalent certification required for DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2 compliance.
  • 7 or more years of cybersecurity experience.
  • Experience building hardened solutions for systems and software from the ground up.
  • Strong experience with Linux based operating systems.
  • Experience working with SCAPs, STIGs, ACAS, Nessus, etc.
Desired Skills and Experience:
  • Experience writing basic scripts in languages like Python, Powershell, or Bash.
  • Experience using tools to scan source code such as Fortify.
  • Experience working with Networking tools like Cisco products.
  • Experience working with Virtualization tools like VMware, VirtualBox, or various hypervisors.

Target salary range: $140,001 - $180,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.