Senior Network Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

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What You’ll Get to Do

Primary Purpose:  

CACI’s Network Integration Solutions (NIS) organization offers opportunities to support the Department of Defense (DoD) with communication systems modernization projects. Our talented team of Network and Cybersecurity professionals helps design, develop, procure, implement, operate/sustain, and enhance DoD networks and cybersecurity posture in support of national security.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Your focus will be Data Network Engineering focused on the design, installation, testing, and turn-up of Top Layer Architecture Security Stack in compliance with Defense Information Systems Network – Enterprise Network standards and specifications. This position will require 50% travel.

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across multiple devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and management systems

• Understand and implement disaster recovery procedures

• Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs

• Knowledge of cybersecurity hardening practices for major network platforms (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, etc.)

• Familiarity with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF), Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency’s (DCSA) Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM)

• Experience monitoring, diagnosing, and optimizing network performance while maintaining IA compliance

• Engineer highly available and fault-tolerant solutions.

• Conduct systems pre-test and acceptance tests to validate the designed performance criteria

• Structure mock designs based upon RFP specifications in support of the Bids & Proposal teams

• Develop and perform technical presentations for customers

• Serve as technical resource at customer briefings

• Mentor junior engineers and technicians

• Serve as technical lead on projects

• Travel to other CACI Locations or Customer Sites as necessary

• Understand and adhere to all CACI Ethical and Compliance policies

• Proactively ensure a safe work environment and adhere to CACI EH&S policies and procedures

• Perform other duties as required

• If required, obtain/retain a government security clearance at the level required to perform the duties of the position

Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods

• Experience designing secure networks, systems, and application architectures

• Experience planning, researching, and developing security policies-standards, and procedures

• Experience with managing, deploying, and configuring TLA network/system components such as Cisco Firepower Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Content Analysis Systems (CAS), Forward/Reverse Proxy, Malware Analysis Appliances, Network Probe Packet Analyzer, Vulnerability Scanner – Assure Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Secure Socket Layer (SSL) Visibility Appliance, and Network Taps.

• Proficient in Microsoft software applications and other software applications as required, including Microsoft SharePoint

• Systems integration and lab experience are desired

• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills

More About the Role

The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for engineering, securing, documenting, and deploying secure enterprise networks.  Candidate must have strong experience with engineering and troubleshooting networking issues, application of security controls (STIGs, IAVAs), and maintenance of network hardware.  The candidate will have a firm understanding of network high availability with the ability to design resilient solutions.  Candidate must possess developed written and verbal communication skills to effectively work with colleagues, drive innovation, and communicate with fellow team members, colleagues, management, and customer leadership.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• Must possess or quickly obtain (within 3 months of hire) industry certifications for security (Security+, CISSP, etc.) and a network or server certification (CCNA/CCNP, VCTA, Microsoft, etc.) to be 8570 IAT Level II compliant.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field and 7-10 years of experience with designing, deploying, and maintaining data network solutions

• Secret (or higher) DoD security clearance

• Ability to travel 50% to customer locations

• Survey, Design and Systems integration and testing experience of data networks

• Experience with data network switching and routing

• Demonstrated ability to organize and develop site survey reports and design packages to include experience with Visio. 

• Flexible, decisive & proactive problem solver in a fast-paced environment. Internal and external customer interface experience

• Demonstrated Leadership skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills

• Excellent computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office applications

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have

• Experience working with DoD data networks

• Experience with Cisco and/or Juniper network solutions

• Experience with VMware and/or Red Hat Linux

• Experience with DoD network cyber security and DISA STIG requirements

• Desired Certifications:  CISSP, CASP, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, ACNT, JNCP

• Experience in using drawing tools such as Microsoft Visio or AutoCAD

• CCNP or CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure

What We Can Offer You:

- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

- 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.

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

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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.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

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.