SAIC Program Analyst reviews

3.8

90% would recommend to a friend

(36 total reviews)

Jim Reagan

Not enough data to show CEO approval

43% positive business outlook

Program Analyst employees have rated SAIC with 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 36 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Program Analyst professionals have a good working experience there. SAIC is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Program Analyst professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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36 reviews
4.0
Feb 7, 2026

Company Review

Recommend
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Pros

The company has a lot of opportunities for growth .

Cons

There can be some contracts that aren't working for

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SAIC Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Your feedback is valuable and gives us an opportunity to learn and grow as an organization
3.0
Sep 4, 2025

It's Just Okay...

Recommend
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Pros

Working at SAIC provides the opportunity to contribute to high-impact defense projects that directly support the mission of the U.S. military. This type of work carries significant credibility, both for internal advancement and for future roles in government or defense contracting. The environment exposes employees to complex, large-scale data and project challenges, which helps sharpen technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills that many professionals do not encounter in smaller organizations. The structure at SAIC also allows for broad responsibilities, where one person can gain experience in project management, analytics, operations, and compliance at the same time. This blended exposure creates a diverse skillset that can be leveraged for career growth. The company’s size and reputation bring stability and recognition, offering a secure place to build a career while also carrying weight on a résumé. Finally, the layered job framework at SAIC provides a clear promotion path, and employees who take initiative and document their contributions have real opportunities to advance in both title and compensation.

Cons

On the other hand, working at SAIC can come with challenges. The organization’s size and bureaucracy sometimes result in misalignment between actual responsibilities and official job coding, which can leave employees under-leveled compared to the work they are doing. This can create frustration, especially when responsibilities expand without an immediate adjustment in pay or title. The scale of the data and systems can also make projects slow to move, as technical roadblocks, compliance requirements, and platform limitations may delay progress. Additionally, the structured promotion framework, while clear, can also feel rigid, requiring extensive justification and documentation to move up. Employees often have to advocate strongly for themselves to be recognized, which can feel discouraging if advancement is slower than the pace of their contributions. In short, SAIC offers stability and credibility but at the cost of navigating bureaucracy and sometimes being placed in a role that does not fully reflect one’s scope of work.

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SAIC Response
8mo
Thank you for sharing your experience at SAIC with us. We read all reviews and take your comment seriously. Your feedback has been noted for further discussion.
4.0
Aug 9, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

I was provided an opportunity to show that I was a true capable professional

Cons

You can get overlooked if you do not speak up or demonstrate your capabilities

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SAIC Response
8mo
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We appreciate you letting us know how much you have enjoyed your time at SAIC.
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