Your experience at SAIC will depend on the managers you work for. - Systems Administrator SAIC Employee Review

4.0
12 Feb 2010
Recommend
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Pros

SAIC is a very large organization and there are very good managers and managers who seem to only look out for themselves. The 401K match is better than most. As long as you have a good manager, the company is excellent to work for. The health insurance choices are middle of the road. Blue Cross/Blue Sheild is not available through SAIC.

Cons

Some managers don't care about the employee until you put in your resignation. Then they will fight to keep you if the customer wants to keep you.

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5.0
6 June 2026
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Pros

Good salary and benefits now

Cons

Working for the government can be stressful

3.0
9 June 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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