Science Applications International Corporation, a premier Fortune 500® company driving our nation's digital transformation across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets, announced that the Company’s Board of Directors has appointed James (“Jim”) Reagan, Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
“Following a thorough search process, the selection of Jim Reagan as CEO was a unanimous decision by the Board,” said SAIC Board Chair Donna Morea. “Over the past few months, Jim has proven to be the steady hand at the tiller SAIC needs. He understands the Company’s strengths and opportunities and has been working with SAIC business leaders to drive the innovation, speed, and efficiency that will enable future growth and value creation for our customers, shareholders, and employees. We look forward to continuing to work with Jim in his new capacity.”
Mr. Reagan is a seasoned executive, with nearly 40 years of experience, including two decades of senior leadership experience in the defense and government services industry and a significant background in business transformation. During his tenure as Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer of Leidos Holdings, a Fortune 500® technology company serving government and commercial customers, he was instrumental in accelerating the company’s growth.
Earlier in his career Mr. Reagan held Chief Financial Officer roles at Vencore, Inc., and PAE, both companies were leading providers of technology and engineering services for government customers. Before that, he was Chief Financial Officer of Aspect Communications and held several senior roles at MCI Telecommunications, Nextel and AMS. He brings deep knowledge and understanding of SAIC’s customers and commitment to advancing their mission, in addition to his extensive expertise across cybersecurity and intelligence, information technology, healthcare, and national security. Mr. Reagan has been a member of the SAIC Board since January 2023 and was appointed Interim CEO in October 2025.
“I am honored by the Board’s decision and excited to continue the critical work we have begun to sharpen our focus, strengthen our execution and speed to market, and win. SAIC has a very strong future ahead and I am confident the efforts underway to further differentiate SAIC will generate more sustained, profitable growth in the coming years. I look forward to continuing to work with the Board and the talented SAIC team to achieve our goals,” Jim Reagan said.
