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About the job

Job Title: Network Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI’s National Mission Systems (NMS) group is seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer to support mission‑critical environments by ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable infrastructure across cloud and bare‑metal systems. This role puts you at the center of delivering a secure, resilient cutting‑edge ground infrastructure housing mission critical space-based applications. You will shape how national security missions are executed from space to ground using modern deployment approaches and emerging technologies.

Must be able and willing to work onsite at CACI facility in Sterling, VA.

Responsibilities:

Design, maintain, and optimize LAN/WAN/VPN network infrastructures

Monitor and evaluate network performance and health

Troubleshoot and resolve complex network, hardware, software, and infrastructure issues

Plan, test, and implement network upgrades, configurations, and revisions

Ensure compliance with network security policies and government regulations

Evaluate emerging network and communication technologies

Provide escalation support and communicate incident status to management and customers

Conduct site surveys, planning, and design support

Maintain thorough documentation of network configurations, procedures, and incidents

Collaborate with internal teams, external service providers, and customers

Qualifications:

Required:

Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field of study

10+ years of technical experience in Network and Transport technologies, tools, and techniques

Deep expertise in Cisco, Palo Alto, VMware NSX, VPN technologies, cryptographic devices, routing and switching, and cloud networking.

Experience supporting both classified and unclassified networks.

Proficiency in network monitoring and analysis tools

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication and leadership abilities

Certifications in information security (CISSP or Security+) required

Desired:

Full systems lifecycle experience

Experience with DevOps processes and tools

Certifications such as JNCIA, JNCIP, CCNA, CCNP, or similar are highly preferred

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: $120,800 - $265,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.