Systems Administration Design Engineer

Job Title: Systems Administration Design EngineerJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%Type of Travel: Continental USAnticipated Posting End: 5/25/2026

The Opportunity:
CACI is looking for a Systems Administration Design Engineer to perform System Administrator development and design duties for modification projects. This position will be focused on upgrading the servers, storage, and networks supporting the U.S. Space Force Satellite Control Network (SCN).
You will bring your advanced knowledge and experience to bear on the complex challenges confronting a critical national asset. You will have the opportunity to influence and inform customer design decisions, assist in planning for the long-range sustainment of SCN, implement agreed upon designs, and, when required, support operational issues.

Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for assisting in the design and change implementations to the client’s systems in accordance with project Statement of Objectives (SOO) and Statement of Work (SOW)

• Create system and network designs that determine appropriate scale and scope of technical solutions and describe the impact of those changes

• Coordinate closely with cybersecurity, networking, software, and test engineering teams

• Maintain a close working relationship with client’s engineering staff

• Create Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), Bill of Materials (BOM), and Basis of Estimation (BOE)

• Provide informational support to the Contractor Supported Weapons Systems (CSWS) logistics process to include Providing location data, nomenclature, and characterization for new and deleted equipment; Provide data for Sparing Analysis; Provide licensing guidance

• Provide informational support to the Engineering Documentation Management process to include USSF Tech Order (T.O.) creation and modification

• Troubleshoot Windows OS, Microsoft application, and Linux security patch installations.

• Create installation and rollback plans

• Participate in proposal development in response to customer modification direction

• Communicate clearly and concisely in voice, written word, and graphics to conduct formal milestone customer briefings

• Install and configure systems at customer locations (approximately 25% currently anticipated)

• Support installation teams from central operational locations.

• Assist in every day troubleshooting at the lab environment set up to mimic the SCN

• Assists with designs, analyses, tests and implementation of state-of-the-art secure network architectures.

• Conducts risk assessment and provides recommendations for design.

• Functional understanding of network Layer 2 /3 switching and routing protocols.

• Inform management in a clear, concise, and timely manner of any customer or network related issues.

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Information Technology or equivalent field. Experience can be substituted for degree requirements.

• Minimum 3 years of IT experience

• VMware 6.X and later, Microsoft Server 2012 and later, NetApp Storage Systems, Linux

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server administration, Windows File Servers, IIS, DHCP and DNS

• Possess core understanding of IT fundamentals including knowledge of hardware functions (switches, routers, servers etc.), database functions, storage, and networking

• Knowledge of network design architectures and troubleshooting

• Have exceptional time management skills and ability to switch between project tasks effectively

• Active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one

• Current 8570.01 Certification or the ability to obtain withing 90 days of hire (Security+, CISSP)

Desired:

• Industry related certifications

• Have proficiency in Visio, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project

• Experience with Engineering V-Model

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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:

$69,100-$141,500