Feb 27, 2013
SAIC reviews
3.9
75% would recommend to a friend
Jim Reagan
61% approve of CEO
63% positive business outlook
SAIC has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 4,915 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The SAIC employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).
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3.0
Feb 26, 2013
Great experience and personal growth; but, turbulent times are here for now.
Former employee, more than 3 years
Washington, DC
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook
Pros
The opportunities, particularly if you have skillsets that align to SAIC's core lines of business appear to remain strong. There are lots of jobs being posted even in the tough economy. However, you may find the number dwindles significantly if you do not possess a high security clearance. If you happen to have certain high demand skillsets you will find some positions as well. Generally, like many other big companies, you will have far more flexibility and options in the earlier years of your career (at lower income ranges). Mobility at the higher levels gets a bit cramped quickly and it becomes somewhat difficult to find coverage (consultant speak for "billable") if your specialty is somewhat unique; or, your security clearance isn't high enough. The people here are terrific; my leadership and management was first rate. Frankly, as a senior staff hire, I learned more and experienced significantly more than any job in the prior 10 years. TIP: If possible, for best job security (at SAIC or after leaving), pursue the jobs that require and will help you obtain the highest security clearance possible! To folks that have the option, even if it means a little longer commute, or suffering through a job for 12 months, it will definitely pay-off. With a clearance, you will have many more options and be put into a position with much better control over your career. Universally true to the federal consulting companies (not just SAIC). This is obvious to those of you in the industry - not necessarily so - for somebody new to the federal consulting world!
Cons
[I am not bitter over departing. To the contrary, I harbor no ill will; and as shown, I would return AND recommend the company to a friend - under the right circumstances/opportunity. However, these are tough times for the company internally.] The company has been in search of a true identity for years. The primary lines of business shifted at least twice in the past four years. The company was founded on the principles of developing niche businesses within the company. Since taking the company public (coincidentally?) they have scrambled to find an identity. I would suggest that the scrutiny of the mutual fund stockholders has left the leadership scrambling to develop an "elevator pitch". Analysts likely find it difficult to get their heads around all of the fragmented businesses that the company was actually built and thrived upon. Why focus on the macro view? Honestly, this has been causing some significant strain at the higher corporate ranks (re-org's of the day); and, now has begun to filter down to the staff. The recently announced splitting of the company into two entities took the lingering sense of "what's next?" to, "How is this going to affect me?". The latter is far more personal and distracting to your daily work. Layoffs recently escalated; some undoubtedly tied to our government's fiscal chaos, but most is likely driven by "getting leaner" (like the split, this move is probably more intended to appease Wall Street - than please Main Street.). I am pulling for the company, and it's great employees, that this all works out and the company emerges stronger from the pain it is currently enduring and likely will for another year or two. I don't know how many hiring managers could look a current candidate in the eye and tell them they will be fine if they join right now. How would they know? Most couldn't honestly tell you where they will be in 6-12 months. If this is your best offer and, you go in understanding the current turmoil and have the ability to stay focused above the pain taking place around you - go for it! I would absolutely go back - for the perfect job - but, nothing less (including a long and solid contract).
2.0
Feb 24, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook
Pros
very good opportunities for those with highly sklled technical degrees
Cons
tend to over-promise and under-deliver.
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