Automation Engineer - Lead

CACI International•Arlington, VA

About The Position

CACI International Inc. is excited to announce a new job opportunity available to join our team in support of the Department of Justice’s (DoJ) groundbreaking program aimed at strengthening the infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving user experience across US Marshals Service (USMS) districts. This IT modernization initiative is a critical component of ensuring the effectiveness and security of our nation’s law enforcement operations. We are looking for an experienced Automation Engineer-Lead to join our team on this new contract. We invite skilled and passionate individuals to join us in support of this transformative mission. The Opportunity: Lead a team of automation engineers in designing and implementing cutting-edge automation solutions. Drive innovation and efficiency through automation scripting and CI/CD pipeline integration. Enhance security posture with advanced automation frameworks and threat detection scripting. Optimize processes and workflows to achieve maximum productivity and performance. Enjoy a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of experience as an Automation Engineer, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proficiency in automation scripting using Python and Bash.
Experience with CI/CD pipeline integration and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
Strong skills in Ansible and Chef for configuration management.
Expertise in security automation frameworks and threat detection scripting.
Knowledge of process optimization tools and techniques.
Proven team leadership and mentorship experience.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Jenkins Engineer (CJE), or equivalent.
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with DevOps practices and methodologies.
Experience with machine learning or AI in automation processes.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python and Bash to streamline repetitive tasks and enhance efficiency.
Integrate CI/CD pipelines to automate the software delivery process, ensuring rapid and reliable deployments.
Implement Ansible and Chef for configuration management, ensuring consistent and scalable infrastructure.
Design and deploy security automation frameworks to enhance the organization’s security posture.
Create and maintain threat detection scripts to identify and respond to security incidents promptly.
Utilize process optimization tools to analyze and improve existing workflows and automation processes.
Lead a team of automation engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to foster a collaborative and high-performing environment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and gather requirements.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for automation processes, scripts, and configurations.
Stay current with emerging automation technologies, trends, and best practices.
Participate in the procurement and evaluation of automation tools and software.
Ensure compliance with security policies, standards, and regulations in all automation efforts.
Conduct regular reviews and audits of automation processes to identify areas for improvement.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of automation strategies and methodologies.
Engage in knowledge-sharing activities and training sessions to enhance team skills and capabilities.