Network Engineer (TS/SCI)

About the role

CACI's National Mission Systems (NMS) group is looking for a Network Engineer to support mission-critical environments with secure, reliable and scalable infrastructure across cloud and bare-metal systems. The role sits at the heart of a secure, resilient ground infrastructure housing space-based applications, shaping how national security missions run from space to ground. The position is onsite at the CACI facility in Sterling, VA, with up to 10% local travel, and requires a minimum TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Key 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 documentation of configurations, procedures and incidents
• Collaborate with internal teams, external service providers and customers

Required profile

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field
• 10+ years of technical experience in network and transport technologies, tools and techniques
• Experience supporting both classified and unclassified networks
• Certifications in information security (CISSP or Security+) required
• Desired: full systems lifecycle experience, DevOps experience, and certifications such as JNCIA, JNCIP, CCNA or CCNP

Required skills

• Deep expertise in Cisco, Palo Alto, VMware NSX, VPN, cryptographic devices, routing and switching and cloud networking
• Proficiency in network monitoring and analysis tools
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication and leadership abilities

What we offer

• Proposed pay range of $120,800 - $265,800, depending on location, contract category, experience, skills and education
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education and time-off benefits
• Flexible time off and learning resources

The position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately; applicants may also be considered for other CACI positions.