DevOps/Systems Engineer

CACI International Inc.
Sterling, United States of America
10 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
$ 198K

Job location

Sterling, United States of America

Tech stack

Systems Engineering
Configuration Management
Program Optimization
Computer Security
Continuous Integration
Linux
DevOps
Image Management
Linux System Administration
Openshift
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
Ansible
Scaled Agile Framework
Software Deployment
Systems Architecture
Systems Integration
Cloud Platform System
Containerization
Kubernetes
Infrastructure Automation Frameworks
Information Technology
Deployment Automation
Puppet

Job description

  • Contribute to the modernization of legacy Linux-based systems into Red Hat OpenShift and containerized platform environments
  • Support systems integration, platform engineering, and infrastructure modernization activities
  • Develop and maintain automation workflows using configuration management tools such as Puppet and Ansible
  • Support CI/CD integration and automated deployment workflows for enterprise platform environments
  • Assist with deployment, integration, and sustainment of Kubernetes/OpenShift clusters within secure and air-gapped environments
  • Support application containerization, image management, and software deployment processes
  • Diagnose and resolve application and system issues across Linux and containerized environments
  • Support Linux platform engineering and administration activities including configuration baselines, security hardening, and system optimization
  • Participate in lifecycle engineering activities including upgrades, patching, and platform maintenance operations
  • Maintain technical documentation, engineering diagrams, operational procedures, and system architecture artifacts

Requirements

We are seeking a Mid-Level Systems Engineer to support the modernization, integration, and sustainment of secure Linux-based enterprise platforms. This role contributes to systems engineering efforts focused on platform modernization, automation, containerization, and infrastructure integration within mission-critical environments. The ideal candidate possesses strong Linux platform experience and an interest in engineering scalable, automated solutions supporting complex enterprise systems., Required:

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering, platform engineering, DevOps, or related infrastructure engineering disciplines
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or higher)
  • Strong experience engineering and operating enterprise Linux platforms (RHEL preferred)
  • Experience with configuration management and automation tools such as Puppet and Ansible
  • Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines, automated deployment workflows, or software integration processes
  • Familiarity with containerized platforms, Kubernetes concepts, and image management processes

Desired:

  • Experience engineering, deploying, or operating Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift environments
  • Experience supporting OpenShift within secure or air-gapped environments
  • Familiarity with RPM packaging and software deployment workflows
  • Experience supporting enterprise Linux platform modernization initiatives
  • Additional experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet)
  • Experience participating in Agile engineering teams

Benefits & conditions

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.

The proposed salary range for this position is

$94,400 - $198,200

About the company

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.

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