Systems Engineer

Posted:
9/4/2024, 11:43:08 AM

Location(s):
McLean, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security ⋅ Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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CACI is seeking a Systems Engineer! As a member of a small architecture and planning team you will work with the government customer transforming legacy applications into a cloud environment. You will work closely with customers to define requirements, implement business logic and refine applications, and will provide oversight and strategic direction in the enterprise and system Architecture practices, principles, documentation, and governance.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Provide system engineering support across the enterprise’s IT disciplines (i.e. Virtual & Physical Servers, Cloud technologies, Network, etc).

  • Provide technical leadership for the integration of IT requirements, design, and technology. Assist with the capability development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system engineering integration and test plans.  Provide technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments.

  • Communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues and customers at all levels of seniority

  • Spear-head in-depth system administration of Azure environments. Looking for a hands-on SME that– in other words, you need to understand “why things work the way they do”

  • Plan, coordinate, and perform integration and troubleshooting of systems in an Azure environment.

  • Security is the key word – so you will of course have to integrate Multi-factor authentication (MFA, 2MFA)

  • What good is security without a key - Enhance data protection and compliance (with technologies such as OpenSSL, KeyStore, and Cyphers)

  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of DoD STIGs, best practices, and government/compliance requirements (such as NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, FISMA, FEDRAMP), and negotiating/working-with IA personnel to arrive at sensible and effective solutions

  • Manage Azure configuration and policies using automated methods (that means writing scripts, code, etc. to implement including CLI) – knowledge of JSON and Python helps too

  • Track down the root cause of a service/application failure through the use of logs and CLI-based tools (Log-based Analysis, not just guessing)

  • Perform integrations with network devices, such as VPN, firewall, routing

  • Work independently or on very small teams to integrate systems and solutions, triage issues, and prioritize tasks

  • Create and coordinate technical solutions. This will involve briefing solutions to other members of the team.

  • You may be asked to attend meetings, obtain credentials, etc. Virtually (with and without a camera), in a CACI or government office at any time

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

  • Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in an IT related field 6 years of related experience; or a Masters with 4 years of experience; an Associates with 8 years of experience.

  • Demonstrated on-the-job experience with customer domain and expert technical knowledge. 

  • Demonstrated experience with cloud migration solutions and hybrid cloud management solutions.

  • 2+ years of experience in the design, development and implementation of new software products or major enhancements to existing software in an agile environment

  • Experience in an agile development environment working in a matrixed teams across multiple primes

  • Experience refactoring legacy code and/or applications in a cloud native environment

  • Demonstrated experience and understanding of server-less computing concepts

  • Demonstrated experience of system disaster recovery/COOP and backup solution engineering, implementation, and operation management.

  • In-depth experience in VMWare and other virtualization technologies.

  • Successful track record in providing technical leadership in delivering architecture, engineering, and operation services.

  • Demonstrated on-the-job experience with Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Framework, high availability, and enterprise infrastructure.

  • Demonstrated integration experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL in a cloud native environment

  • Demonstrated experience designing, configuring, and maintaining the Information Technology Infrastructure associated with an IT system hosted in the C2S environment.

  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Strong public speaking skills and professional demeanor required. Ability to create original documentation.

  • Ability to oversee the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job; Experience training/mentoring less experienced personnel.

  • Demonstrated experience with cloud-based technologies (e.g. Azure, Azure)

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

  • Experience with enterprise-level deployments, to include customer governance, policy definitions, policy management and automation, and customer interfaces used to deliver integrated security solutions across multiple security domains is desired

  • ITIL Foundation Certification

  • Azure Developer Certification and/or Azure DevOps Certification

  • PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)

  • Professional Scrum Master

  • DoD 8570 Certification

What we can offer you:

At CACI, our philosophy of employee development and advancement rests on a cultural foundation of providing unlimited and equal opportunity for growth, recognition, and rewards. We provide the environment, support and responsive, available management to nurture and stretch your abilities. We also offer a career mobility program to make it easy to build a dynamic career at CACI and offer flexible work schedule arrangements to support work/life balance.

  • CACI’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) plan allows employees to take vacation as needed, without a set number of minimum or maximum days, and is available day one of employment. 

  • CACI has been named one of Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2024!

  • CACI also has more than 20 Communities of Practice to share and gain skills and knowledge regarding various technologies and topics including SAP, Salesforce, Agile Development, and many more. The associated Learning Academies provide training and certifications to gain additional skills and build your brand.

  • We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

  • We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

  • With over 25,000 employees worldwide, CACI has been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

  • For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

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.

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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 takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. 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.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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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. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$119,800 - $263,600

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