Information Technology (IT) Continuity of Operations (COOP) Exercise Planner (SETA)

SAIC • Chantilly, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an Information Technology (IT) Continuity of Operations (COOP) Exercise Planner (SETA) to provide expert advisory and technical support to Government leadership across continuity of operations, exercise planning and execution, and crisis response. The role supports organizational resilience and workforce readiness, requiring sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. The successful candidate will independently assess operational gaps, coordinate across complex organizational structures, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations to senior decision-makers.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field (ref: DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List).
• 5+ years of relevant experience in COOP, emergency preparedness, exercise planning, operational readiness, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop plans, reports, and briefings for senior audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise Government leadership on continuity, emergency response, and operational resilience strategies aligned with applicable Federal standards and policies.
• Develop, maintain, and improve COOP plans, resilience frameworks, SOPs, and related policy documentation.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute continuity exercises, tabletops, functional exercises, and war games to validate plans and assess organizational readiness.
• Develop after-action reports, improvement plans, and operational briefings communicating exercise outcomes and recommended corrective actions.
• Coordinate and integrate stakeholders across Offices, Groups, Directorates, and the CIO organization in support of continuity and resilience activities.
• Support C2 mission continuity requirements and crisis response protocols.
• Identify and implement continuous process improvement opportunities across COOP and exercise programs.

What This Job Offers

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