Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Part time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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CACI’s Agile Solution Factory (ASF) is hiring an experienced Systems Engineer with expertise and technical experience, managing high availability Production systems, in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.

ASF programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels. The ability to be adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse team is crucial.  You should have worked with or have a strong interest work with VMware environments and service support.

CACI is looking for an experienced Systems Engineer who will demonstrate innovative influence for Business Groups and/or projects.  This individual will be responsible for making moderate to significant improvements of systems or products to enhance performance of their specifically assigned program/project.

This individual will be responsible for resolving infrastructure (servers, network, security, etc.) issues using systems analysis techniques and procedures to ensure appropriate function of hardware, software or system functional specifications. Analyze, troubleshoot and resolve issues with IT infrastructure including user systems, servers, storage and network connectivity. Provides system administration for assigned infrastructure and establishes and maintains security as it relates to users. Well acquainted with security patches and operating system upgrades to ensure the security and integrity of the technical environment. Supports new infrastructure projects. Maintains all configuration documentation for assigned infrastructure.

Problems and issues faced are numerous and undefined, and require detailed information gathering, analysis and investigation to understand the problem.  This individual will be expected to regularly employ ingenuity and creativity to develop new technical solutions to solve difficult and moderately complex problems. Problems typically impact multiple departments or specialties. Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issues.

This individual will be expected to achieve operational targets with major impact on the departmental results.  They will contribute to the development of goals for the department and planning efforts (budgets, operational plans, etc.).  This candidate may manage large projects or processes that span outside of immediate job area and their work is expected to be performed with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise in the installation, implementation, operation, maintenance and security of Microsoft Windows servers, Linux RedHat servers, and proprietary applications
• Support Microsoft systems, virtual images and HP hardware
• Resolve application and system software problems
• Evaluate and recommend hardware/software enhancements as needed including management of system updates and patches
• Troubleshoot configuration and integration issues in production
• Monitor and optimize system performance. Create / develop a variety of scripts
• Configure security on supported platforms, research security issues / warning notifications for applicability and implementation of patches and fixes
• Ensure backup procedures are in place and executed on a timely basis
• Interfacing with service provider to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance
• Independently work with internal and external stakeholders, including the end user community, for diagnosing system issues
• Troubleshoot configuration and integration issues in development, test and production environments
• Performing scheduled and allocated work, providing guidance on modernization initiatives, and resolving problems to meet technical performance and financial objectives

Qualifications:

Required: 

·       Must be a U.S. Citizen, with a minimum, Secret DoD security clearance

·       Excellent communication skills in English in written and spoken form

·       Minimum 3 Years of Virtualization administration

·       Strong technical background, with a minimum of five (5) solid years of experience providing system administration, production support for Windows Operating systems

·       Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter and highly proactive

·       Thorough knowledge of server and system administration principles

·       Experience with DoD STIGs

·       Experience working with High Availability systems

·       DoD experience a plus

·       8570 Compliance (Security + and Technical Certification (Microsoft or VMware)) Required

Desired:

·       College degree (B.S.) in Computer Science, Information Management Systems or acceptable work experience required

·       Understanding of DoD hardening standards

·       Experience with Group Policy, DNS, and acquiring and implementing DoD generated certificates

·       Strong, active listening skills

·       Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

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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:

$89,500-$188,000

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.