About this Network Engineer role at CACI
Empower mission-critical DoD infrastructure with precision, quality, and engineering excellence.
The Opportunity:
Join a high‑impact quality assurance team dedicated to strengthening the technical foundation of critical Department of Defense (DoD) network modernization initiatives. As a Senior Network Engineer (Quality Assurance), you will serve as the technical accuracy champion—ensuring engineering documentation, designs, and deliverables meet the highest standards of clarity, consistency, and compliance.
This role is ideal for a seasoned network engineer who thrives on transforming complex architectures into precise, well‑structured documentation. Your work will directly support mission‑critical network infrastructure across large‑scale DoD environments, helping engineering teams deliver solutions that are secure, reliable, and aligned with customer and DoD requirements.
Responsibilities:
As a Sr. Network Engineer on our QA team, you will:
Generate, review, redline, and revise technical network documents including design documents, systems engineering plans, and program deliverables.
Validate network designs against requirements, standards, and industry best practices.
Conduct rigorous quality assurance reviews for network modernization and refresh projects.
Collaborate with network engineers and architects to ensure documentation reflects actual configurations, baselines, and system behaviors.
Review and validate network configuration templates, implementation plans, and engineering specifications.
Assess and document network infrastructure requirements for new and existing systems in complex DoD environments.
Ensure full compliance with DoD standards, customer-specific documentation regulations, and program requirements.
Maintain configuration management standards and documentation records.
Create and update SOPs, TTPs, and technical knowledge articles.
Prepare technical documentation packages in response to engineering data calls.
Review security-related documentation such as patch plans, IAVA compliance reports, and vulnerability assessments.
Validate accuracy of network diagrams, topology maps, and infrastructure inventories.
Participate in design reviews, offering technical insights to strengthen network architectures.
Support program management teams with documentation for deliverable reviews and customer briefings.
Mentor junior engineers on quality assurance best practices and documentation standards.
Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high accountability and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
Required:
An active DoD Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field OR High school diploma/associate degree + minimum 7 years as a Network Engineer supporting large, complex networks.
Minimum 5 years of network engineering experience (with BA/BS).
Strong technical writing and editing skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Experience reviewing or developing network design documents and technical specifications.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Ability to interpret network diagrams, topology designs, and configuration standards.
Desired:
Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Cisco Catalyst Center, ISE).
Familiarity with configuration management and version control systems.
Knowledge of DoD documentation standards and compliance requirements.
Advanced experience with Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and collaboration platforms.
Experience producing technical deliverables for U.S. government customers.
Preferred Certifications:
ITIL v3 or ITSM.
CCNA or equivalent vendor certifications.
Juniper Networks certifications.
DoD 8140 IAT II baseline certification.
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.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$75,200-$158,100CACI 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.
