Senior Principal Program Analyst

SAIC • San Diego, CA

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Principal Program Analyst you will work closely with the Government Program Manager, supporting program operations, documentation, and contractual support. This is a Hybrid/Remote role in San Diego, CA. Must be local to area. 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 24,000 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 $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com . For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom .

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, or equivalent) and Fifteen (15) years of related experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
• 10 Years of experience supporting DOD programs or project management activities, including managing contact documents, budgets, scheduling, and briefing preparation.
• Experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience creating executive-level presentations or documents.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines in dynamic environments.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Certificate – Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Experience supporting a DOD or federal program.
• Proven success in a PMO or similar program support role within government or defense sectors.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central resource for program management activities, coordinating seamlessly between stakeholders and leadership.
• Oversee and maintain critical program documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with government protocols.
• Manage light scheduling, ensuring all deadlines, meetings, and deliverables are aligned to program milestones.
• Provide additional operational and administrative support as directed by the SAIC or Customer Program Manager to improve overall program efficiency.
• Deliver exceptional attention to detail when tracking issues, resolving challenges, and optimizing program workflows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior