Operational Systems Engineer

CACI International•Chantilly, VA

7d•$79,400 - $162,700•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking an Operational Systems Engineer to join its team in Chantilly, Virginia. The role supports Cyber Operations programs by designing, developing, enhancing, and maintaining mission-focused software capabilities that directly support operations. The engineer works as an integrated member of a cross-disciplinary team, adapting development to frequently changing operational scenarios in a fast-paced environment. The position also involves developing scripts to prepare, process, package, and deliver data from the request stage through the post-operational phase. Official OCONUS travel may be available, and travel of up to 10% is listed. The role is part of an expanding department focused on Cyber Operations. CACI describes a collaborative environment with team-building events, career-growth opportunities, bonus compensation plans, and paid cyber events and training, including Capture the Flag events, internal research and development opportunities, and prepaid courses for nationally recognized certifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as Computer Science or Computer Engineering, and at least 3 years of experience in a relevant technical field.
Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with polygraph.
Experience with debugging, software build pipelines, and code review.
Demonstrated experience developing scripts and applications for Linux and familiarity with the Linux command-line environment.
Comprehensive skill with at least one scripting language such as Perl, Python, or Bash.
Experience configuring Linux servers/VMs and utilities to match real-world scenarios.
Experience with standard web technologies, including HTTP(1/2), JSON, and reverse proxies such as Apache or Nginx.
Familiarity with SQL queries and database engines such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
Understanding of network topology and experience with computer log files and databases.
Ability to research and develop solutions from high-level objectives and requirements.
Detail-oriented, organized, able to multitask, adaptable to shifting requirements, and eager to learn.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work across organizational boundaries.
Ability to adapt to changing project capabilities, goals, and risk profiles.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, adopt a team-first mentality, seek team input, and communicate results clearly.
Strong initiative, including observing emerging needs and proactively proposing solutions.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with big data solutions such as ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).
Experience with penetration testing.
Experience or familiarity with AI workloads.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, enhance, and maintain new and existing mission-focused software capabilities that directly support operations.
Develop capabilities and scripts to prepare, process, package, and deliver data from the request stage through the post-operational phase.
Adapt software development and operational data capabilities to changing requirements and operational scenarios.
Work as an integrated member of a cross-disciplinary team.