Communications Systems Engineer / Designated Authorizing Official (DAO) Representative

SAIC · Chantilly

SAIC is seeking an experienced Communications Systems Engineer to serve as a Designated Authorizing Official (DAO) Representative providing onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) support to an SAIC prime program at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA. This role supports multiple NRO satellite systems—both on‑orbit and in development—and focuses on communications, network, and cryptographic systems acquisition and security authorization activities that enable critical national space missions.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Support the System Program Office (SPO) in planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of communications, network, and crypto acquisitions across multiple satellite programs.
Lead and coordinate day‑to‑day risk management and security authorization activities for information systems; help accelerate PCRs, ATOs, and RMF actions.
Develop and deliver technical documents, status reports, and briefings to Government and industry stakeholders.
Support Contracting Officer’s Technical Representatives (COTRs) by coordinating with acquisition SMEs and program stakeholders to develop, modify, and maintain contract documentation.
Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables for technical content, accuracy, and sufficiency against program requirements and objectives.
Participate in program reviews and technical interchange meetings between developers, COTRs, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and drive program success.
Travel domestically up to once per month to support reviews, meetings, and stakeholder engagements.

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