Best Company for Government Consulting - Program Manager SAIC Employee Review

5.0
2 Dec 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Consultant for over 16 years with 7 very different companies. SAIC is the best so far. They look out for their people and have strong ethics to do what is best for the client, not the bottom line. On the project side, this large company has outstanding checks and balances systems to ensure programs are running efficiently and managers receive attention and assistance to quickly get back on track. HR is outstanding and eagerly helps resolve any individual issues.

Cons

Cost of benefits is rather high especially compared to a small company that receives better rates.

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SAIC Response
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! Our ingenuity starts with the understanding of our customers’ opportunities and challenges. Recruiters and recruiting staff play an integral role in helping SAIC attract and hire the smart, talented people our customers have come to depend on. The Talent Acquisition is the first line of outreach to potential employees and promotes the company to attract the best and brightest candidates.

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5.0
16 Mar 2026
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Pros

They just expect you to do the job. As long as you do that they don’t bother you with anything else.

Cons

Had some management turn over but nothing too bad

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SAIC Response
2mo
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3.0
9 Jun 2026
Recommend
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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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