SAIC is seeking a technical Security Tools Team Lead to join our dynamic team in supporting a critical US government agency in the National Capital Region. This role presents an exciting opportunity to lead the operation, maintenance, and modernization efforts of various security tools within a collaborative environment, reporting directly to the Security Operations Manager.

Responsibilities:

* Lead a team of security tool administrators responsible for the management and operation of key security technologies, including but not limited to AV / EDR, DLP, Web Proxy, Email Security, IDPS, and SIEM Technologies.

* Oversee deployment, update, and upgrade plans for security tools and execute tasks accordingly.

* Evaluate routine health checks reports, maintenance activities, updates, upgrades, and implementation of new capabilities.

* Troubleshoot security tools issues, escalate as necessary, and collaborate with vendors to resolve technical challenges.

* Support the deployment of new security tools as required.

* Develop, execute, and enhance work instructions and technical documentation related to security tool updates, upgrades, and health checks.

* Analyze performance issues of security tools using various diagnostic tools.

* Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of work activities in diverse formats, including work instructions, change management requests, incident tickets, and email communications.

* Drive efficiency improvements through process enhancements and automation initiatives.

This role does require 2 days per week in office.

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus seven (7) years of related information security experience, or ten (10) years of relevant work experience.

* Five to seven (5-7) years of hands-on experience working with various security tools and technologies, including SIEM platforms, antivirus solutions, endpoint detection and response solutions, DLP systems, web proxies, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

* Proficiency in operating systems administration (Windows and Linux) and scripting/automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) with at least two (2) years of relevant experience.

* Demonstrated experience in developing, executing, and enhancing work instructions and technical documentation pertaining to security tool administration.

* At least two to three (2-3) years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role, overseeing a team responsible for managing security tools and systems.

* Experience in mentoring and guiding junior team members, delegating tasks, and providing feedback on performance and development.

* Familiarity with relevant cybersecurity regulations, standards, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, HIPAA, GDPR) and experience ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

* Possess industry-standard cybersecurity certifications such as Security , CASP, CISSP, as well as vendor certifications from Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Splunk, Microsoft, Red Hat, and others.

* Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and work autonomously with minimal supervision.

* Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Clearance Requirement: All candidates must be eligible to obtain a US Public Trust Clearance.