Want to know if this job is worth applying to?
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Onsite
The Opportunity:
The CIS program supports our intelligence customer deliver IT services to conduct its globally distributed operations. We are driving an exciting technological transformation of customer IT services by leading the design, development, implementation, and operation of cutting-edge solutions. This includes continuous service improvement through the modernization of IT system infrastructure.
CACI is looking for an experienced, innovative, and motivated Junior Application Network Services Engineer to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer, the Defense Intelligence Agency. In this role, you will be a key technical member of our engineering team and contributor to designing, delivering, and maintaining application network services. You will collaborate with our operations teams and government stakeholders to analyze and design system architectures, establish robust capacity and performance baselines, and execute comprehensive Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs) for emerging technologies to define the IT future for the customer and their national security mission.
The position is contingent upon award of the DIA SITE III CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract.
Responsibilities:
Develops, engineers, and delivers solutions PKI authentication, secure traffic offloading, and highly available local and global traffic management systems for the DoDIIS and DTE COE enterprise
Provides traffic management, accountability, and functionality of the Load Balancing (LB) and Reverse Proxy (RVP) operations and prevailing solutions infrastructures to Local Traffic Manager, Global Traffic Manager, Big IP, and Tool Command Language (TCL)
Designs and configures secure IP address management technologies, including Domain Name Services (DNSs), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Network Time Protocol (NTP) services, for internal and customer workstations, servers, and virtual infrastructure
Analyze requirements, Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), and system architectures to create detailed infrastructure and data center designs in line with program vision and objectives
Collaborate with Operations teams and Government stakeholders to refine requirements and ensure availability, reliability, resiliency, and operability objectives are well understood and achievable
Research optimal design characteristics and conduct Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs) for objective, informed decision-making on technology and service options, feasibility studies, and proofs of concepts
Incorporate capacity, performance, and other service-level metrics into designs for optimal user experience and infrastructure utilization
Work in small teams or independently to produce engineering and design artifacts, test cases, training materials, and supporting documentation, including CONOPS, while providing team guidance and technical leadership where appropriate
Research new technologies and capabilities, articulate the benefits of integration into current infrastructure ecosystems to stakeholders, and conduct objective AoA and trade-off decisions as a key member of Continual Service Improvement (CSI) and innovation activities
Use Lab facilities to promote experimentation, technical investigation, and feasibility validation of proposed designs and equipment
Develop test cases and scripts for unit and system tests across all designs and configurations, using Lab facilities to ensure complete test coverage and positive outcomes before readying components for deployment
Support the transfer of engineered solutions to Operations teams throughout acceptance testing, Blue/Green fielding, and early production use to ensure smooth operations during initial fielding
Develop and execute IT equipment strategy covering assessment and planning, vendor evaluation and procurement, implementation and deployment, governance and oversight, compliance, and risk management
Deliver end-to-end engineering transition support to ensure seamless handoff of engineered digital infrastructure from development to ongoing operational maintenance
Qualifications:
Required:
Must hold a current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start
DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security+)
HS and 12+ years of experience, an AA and 10+ years of experience, BS/BA and 8+ years of experience, MS/MA and 6+ years of experience, or PhD and 4+ years of experience
Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience designing, integrating, validating, and implementing IT hardware and software solutions
Working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Local/Global Traffic Manager, Big IP, Infoblox, and related technologies
Willingness to learn new skills and new technologies
Desired:
Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments
ITIL 4 Foundation Certification (or higher)
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.
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:
$75,200-$158,100CACI 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.