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About this Principal Network Engineering Lead role at CACI

CACI · Onsite · Arlington, VA, US
Job Title: Principal Network Engineering Lead

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:

CACI is seeking a Network Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership for enterprise network engineering and operational support services supporting the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. This position will oversee network modernization, cloud connectivity, firewall management, operational network services, and enterprise infrastructure engineering activities.

The successful candidate will serve as the senior technical authority for network architecture, engineering, performance, security, and operational resilience.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead enterprise network engineering and modernization team of approximately 15 engineers.

  • Oversee WAN, LAN, VPN, cloud networking, and firewall infrastructure.

  • Direct network operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, and capacity planning activities.

  • Support RMF, cybersecurity compliance, and continuous monitoring initiatives.

  • Lead network architecture reviews and technology refresh planning.

  • Provide technical guidance to engineering and operations teams.

  • Support regional field technology operations and training facility environments.

  • Develop and maintain network standards, policies, and engineering documentation.

Qualifications:
Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

  • 12+ years of network engineering experience.

  • Experience supporting large federal enterprise environments.

  • Deep expertise in Cisco, Palo Alto, VMware NSX, VPN technologies, routing and switching, and cloud networking.

  • Experience supporting NIST, RMF, and federal cybersecurity requirements.

  • Active Top Secret clearance; SCI eligible.

Desired:

  • CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or equivalent certification.

  • Prior experience supporting the Department of State Bureau of Diplomatic Security and/or Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT) is highly desirable.

  • Experience supporting both classified and unclassified networks.

  • Cloud networking experience in Azure and AWS GovCloud environments.

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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:

$120,800 - $265,800

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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