Classified Systems Administrator and ISSO

About the role

CACI is seeking a Classified Systems Administrator | ISSO to support and maintain mission‑critical classified information systems in a secure environment. The role combines systems engineering, systems administration, cybersecurity, virtualization, and Information Assurance (IA) responsibilities to ensure reliability, security, and compliance of classified networks. The position provides technical leadership, mentors junior team members, and supports continuous system modernization in a high‑security environment.

Full‑time position requiring an active Secret security clearance and up to 10% continental U.S. travel.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft Windows Server operating systems across classified environments.
• Manage virtualization platforms including VMware, Hyper‑V, and Nutanix, ensuring availability, performance, and security.
• Administer enterprise services and applications such as Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SQL Server, Skype for Business, Jira, and Confluence.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve hardware, software, networking, and infrastructure issues across multiple classified networks.
• Monitor system performance, apply operating system patches, and implement security mitigations using vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus.
• Manage enterprise storage platforms including Pure Storage, Dell PowerVault, and Synology appliances.
• Administer privileged access and security solutions including RSA and CyberArk.
• Process classified user account requests, access modifications, and Active Directory administration in accordance with DoD and NISPOM requirements.
• Conduct new user security briefings and ensure compliance with classified system Rules of Behavior.
• Serve as the onsite Data Transfer Agent (DTA), performing, documenting, and auditing authorized classified data transfers while maintaining removable media accountability.
• Maintain accurate inventory and accountability of classified IT assets, removable media, and peripheral equipment in accordance with DCSA requirements.
• Prepare and submit Security Impact Analysis (SIA) packages for hardware, software, and configuration changes, coordinating approvals prior to implementation.
• Provide Tier III technical support, mentor junior technicians, communicate escalation status to leadership, and participate in after‑hours maintenance and outage support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) with 7+ years of systems engineering and systems administration experience.
• Active Secret (TS) security clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent DoD‑approved certification).
• Extensive experience administering Microsoft Windows Server environments, including installation, configuration, patch management, and performance optimization.
• Hands‑on experience managing VMware, Hyper‑V, and Nutanix virtualization environments.
• Experience implementing vulnerability remediation and security mitigations using enterprise security tools (e.g., Nessus).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy administration.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently and within cross‑functional technical teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and supporting mission‑critical classified environments.

Desired Experience

• Administering Microsoft SQL Server.
• Supporting Skype for Business and Microsoft MECM/SCCM environments.
• Managing McAfee/Trellix endpoint security solutions.
• Working with enterprise backup solutions such as Nakivo and Commvault.
• Supporting classified Information Assurance processes, Security Impact Analyses (SIAs), DCSA compliance, and secure data transfer operations.

Benefits

• Flexible time‑off benefit.
• Robust learning resources and continuing education opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Wellness programs.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Family support resources.
• Time‑off benefits and other employee‑focused programs.

Pay

The proposed salary range for this position is $103,800 – $218,100, with final compensation influenced by geographic location, contract labor categories, prior experience, skills, education, and certifications.