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About this Cybersecurity Engineer role at CACI

CACI · Hybrid · Sterling, VA, US
Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:


We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to help us secure our customer's advanced collection systems. In addition to delivering the current version of the systems, you will get to help shape and design the security features in the next generation systems. We are looking for someone interested in continuous improvement - both in their career as well as in the products that we deliver and the tools that we use in-house. You will work with a team of friendly, smart, professional, and proactive engineers and computer scientists to build, deploy, and secure cutting edge Electronic Warfare systems. Bring your desire to grow and learn and join this truly great team!

Responsibilities:

  • Work with the system developers to ensure that we are delivering systems that can attain ATO.

  • Work hand-in-hand with the customer ISSOs to navigate through the ATO process and Continuous Monitoring.

  • Maintain system currency with DISA STIG and Tenable Nessus.

  • Conduct Risk Analysis using CVEs, plugins, IAVAs, and related security information.

  • Update security documentation (SSP, Test Plans & scripts, POA&M, etc.) as required.


Qualifications:

Required: 

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

  • On‑site presence in Sterling, VA is required; remote or hybrid work is not available.

  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or higher).

  • Three (3) years of hands‑on cybersecurity compliance experience in a Linux environment.

  • Familiarity with ICD 503 and NIST 800‑53, and experience executing DISA SCC/SCAP testing.

  • Linux experience with a focus on security hardening.

  • BASH or other Linux scripting capabilities to validate security compliance.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (equivalent combination of experience and education considered).

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.


Desired:

  • Working within an Agile Framework for system configuration management and hardening.

  • Active TS/SCI clearance.

  • Familiarity with RMF.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

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.


Pay Range:

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:

$72,700 - $149,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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How this Cybersecurity salary compares

This role pays $110,950/yrin line with the typical range for Cybersecurity roles.

$81,900 median $125,000 $185,000

Typical range $100,000–$151,475/yr, from 498 comparable Cybersecurity listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Cybersecurity salary insights →

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