Operational Systems Engineer

CACI•Chantilly, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking an Operational Systems Engineer to join its team in Chantilly, Virginia. The role involves designing, developing, enhancing, and maintaining mission-focused software capabilities that directly support operations. The engineer will work as an integrated member of a cross-disciplinary team, adapting development to frequently changing operational scenarios in a fast-paced environment. The position includes developing scripts to prepare, process, package, and deliver data from the request stage through the post-operational phase. Official overseas travel may be available, and travel of up to 10% is required. The role supports CACI’s Cyber Operations programs and offers opportunities to grow across programs, participate in team-building activities, and pursue cyber events, training, research and development, and certification courses. CACI describes its culture as centered on integrity, innovation, trust, and continuous growth. Employees receive a flexible time-off benefit, learning resources, competitive compensation, and a broad benefits package supporting healthcare, wellness, financial and retirement needs, family support, continuing education, and time off. The proposed salary range is $79,400–$162,700, with final compensation dependent on factors such as location, experience, skills, education, and certifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
At least 3 years of experience in a relevant technical field.
Active 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, virtual machines, and utilities to match real-world scenarios.
Experience with standard web technologies such as 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.
Collaborative approach, including the ability to work independently and as part of a team, seek team input, and communicate results clearly.
Strong initiative and ability to identify emerging needs and proactively propose solutions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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