Good for your resume, not so good for your career - Business Systems Analyst SAIC Employee Review

2.0
Aug 13, 2008
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Pros

The company is gaining more "brand name" recognition in the marketplace. They hold a lot of lucrative long-term contracts. And they will sponsor you to get a security clearance, which is a good asset to have. Right now the only thing keeping me here is a decent salary (by metro DC standards).

Cons

Poor management. Ineffective leadership. Nonexistent client relationship management skills. Headquarters personnel who show no interest in what people in the "trenches" at client work sites are actually going through. Most of SAIC's work is performed by highly competent people (and some very incomponent but well-connected people) with technical and business smarts. However the division managers and business unit heads, most of whom are salespeople with no real skills, pay little mind to what the on-the-ground contractors have to say.

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5.0
May 11, 2026
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Pros

The SAIC management on my contract are excellent.

Cons

After completing my first years, I have no complaints. My SAIC experience has been everything that I had hoped.

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3.0
Jun 9, 2026
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Pros

Current Leadership: The management structure has stabilized significantly, and my current supervisor is excellent—supportive, engaged, and great to work with. Excellent Team Culture: The coworkers here are fantastic. There is a strong sense of camaraderie, and the team is incredibly supportive. Strong Compensation & Growth: The base pay is competitive and fair, and there is excellent opportunity for extra pay and overtime. From a professional development standpoint, I have learned an immense amount in my field over the past year. Enjoyable Travel: Excellent opportunities for work-related travel that adds great variety to the day-to-day routine.

Cons

Management Inconsistency Early On: My first supervisor took zero interest in team well-being, or development and the second had significant temperament issues that ultimately led to their departure. While it has been resolved now, Apparently management here like a lot of places is hit and miss. Heavy Workload: The workload can feel a bit overwhelming and intense at times. Striking a consistent work-life balance remains a challenge under the current demands. Role Expectation Mismatch: Some of the technical responsibilities and projects I have handled since joining were not clearly outlined or explained during the interview process. Navigating these unstated expectations alongside an already heavy workload has been a significant challenge.

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