Mission Systems Engineer

CACI • Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

CACI is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support a sponsor’s engineering branch. The role is part of a small team that manages a bespoke network spanning Linux and Windows environments. The engineer performs installations, debugging, maintenance, upgrades, and general infrastructure support, applying sound engineering practices and technical judgment to meet client goals. The position calls for a proactive self-starter who can monitor infrastructure, identify needed changes, and coordinate implementations with minimal impact on end users. The engineer will support cyber operations programs and collaborate with peers and mission partners. The role also offers opportunities to participate in team-building activities, cyber events, research and development, and professional training.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
• At least 5 years supporting mission networks.
• At least 7 years of current experience supporting Microsoft Windows environments, including Active Directory administration and group-policy security configuration management.
• Experience troubleshooting domain connectivity and performance issues.
• Experience with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds Orion.
• Significant experience using PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform/Packer to automate and script deployment of Windows resources, including servers and workstations.
• Knowledge and hands-on expertise with Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) across disconnected enclave environments.
• Significant experience with VMware technologies, including recent releases of vSphere, VSAN, and Horizon View Virtual Desktop Infrastructure.
• Working knowledge or understanding of cloud-computing concepts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working in a small team and with mission partners, operational elements, other engineers, and vendors.
• Ability to learn quickly, attention to detail, and ownership of work product.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-moving, high-pressure, constantly changing environment that may have limited documentation or troubleshooting procedures.
• Ability to convey complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) certification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and develop solutions to technical problems of varying complexity.
• Maintain and upgrade Windows Server 2022 and newer, and Windows 11 environments.
• Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and IIS.
• Use PowerShell scripting and configuration-management automation, including Ansible and Terraform/Packer.
• Design, develop, and implement domain policies, hardening, and related core-infrastructure procedures.
• Manage performance and availability, access controls, hardware and software installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows technologies.
• Perform Tier III analysis and troubleshooting of networked servers and workstations, LAN connectivity, security services, and related infrastructure.
• Maintain current technology knowledge and documentation.
• Provide end-user support and issue resolution for Tier I escalations.
• Communicate issues and resolutions effectively to all organizational levels.

Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and training, including paid cyber events and training, internal research and development opportunities, and prepaid courses for nationally recognized certifications.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Healthcare and wellness benefits.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Family support benefits.
• Continuing education benefits.
• Time off benefits.
• Bonus compensation plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior