Systems Engineer - Infrastructure

Job Title: Systems Engineer - Infrastructure

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

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The Opportunity:
Exciting opportunity to provide subject matter expertise in the design, deployment, and maintenance of integrated IT solutions that span on-premises data centers, tactical environments, and cloud platforms in support of US Army Product Managers.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into robust, resilient, and secure system architectures.
• Design, deploy, and manage scalable IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises hardware, virtualization platforms, and cloud services.
• Collaborate with developers, cybersecurity teams, and other IT professionals to design and implement CI/CD pipelines, automation, and infrastructure provisioning across diverse environments.
• Ensure security and compliance principles are implemented, including access controls, data protection, and adherence to government/DoD standards (e.g. STIGs, RMF).
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues across the entire technology stack, and optimize for reliability and  efficiency.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in system integration, virtualization, and automation, continuously enhancing knowledge and skills and advising stakeholders of possible impacts
• Provide Subject Matter Expertise on systems engineering and integration, providing recommendations and insights to stakeholders and senior management.
   

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar.

• 7+ years of professional experience with at least 5 years of experience in systems engineering, systems integration, or systems administration

• Experience working in DoD Impact Level 5 and 6 (IL5/IL6) environment.

• DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Clearance, if necessitated by changing requirements, in the future.

• Experience in the design, deployment, and maintenance of integrated IT solutions that span on-premises data centers, tactical environments, and cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure).

• Proficiency with enterprise virtualization platforms (e.g. VMware) and a strong understanding of containerization technologies and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.

• Proficiency in Linux (Red Hat, Open Shift) and Windows Server.

• Proficiency in scripting languages for automation, such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools to manage and configure systems at scale (e.g.  Terraform, Ansible, and Puppet.)

• Comprehensive understanding of both traditional and cloud networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, firewalls, VPNs) and network security principles. Must be able to apply DoD security standards, including implementing DISA STIGs.

Desired:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar.
• DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Experience with Tactical Networks
• DoD8570 Compliance - an IAT Level II certification such as CompTIA Security+ 
• Experience in working in Agile methodology.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$108,400 - 227,500 USD