Lab Engineer

About the role

The CIS program supports our intelligence customer by delivering IT services for globally distributed operations and driving a technological transformation of customer IT services. CACI seeks an experienced, innovative Lab Engineer to support the Defense Intelligence Agency mission. The role involves designing, maintaining, and energizing cutting‑edge Developmental Labs across multiple classification levels, constructing cost‑effective virtualization environments, and advanced test setups to pilot next‑generation enterprise technologies. Collaboration with engineering, cyber, and vendor teams is essential for Alpha/Beta testing, security accreditation assessments, and seamless operational transitions.

Responsibilities

• Design, administer, and maintain unclassified and classified Developmental Labs (DLabs) for infrastructure and application testing prior to deployment.
• Design and configure software, testing, monitoring, and management tools to facilitate Alpha and Beta solution testing across all classification levels.
• Develop test plans, integration, and assessments of new technology, systems, and services within the DLabs.
• Perform technical and functional upgrades to DLabs to meet latest industry standards and evolving engineering demands.
• Construct virtualization and simulation environments that maximize existing hardware/software use while minimizing additional costs.
• Collaborate with engineers, operations teams, and stakeholders on lab requirements, configurations, and setups.
• Coordinate with cyber engineers and government leads on IATT requirements and evidence collection for ATOs, including firewalls, security scanners, automated probes, and audit tools.
• Serve as point of contact for all lab activities, visits, and demonstrations, ensuring security management safeguards lab environments.
• Assist with testing and documentation for products under evaluation.
• Facilitate validation of disaster recovery and COOP plans in lab settings.
• Engage vendor partners and OEMs on technology updates and lifecycle management for lab equipment.
• Maintain detailed lab environment specifications, including designs, diagrams, charts, and equipment configurations.
• Develop schedules, materials, and configurations required for testing rounds.
• Research and test new or modified hardware/software products to determine performance and interoperability.
• Provide engineering services supporting operations transition.

Qualifications

• Current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain a polygraph prior to start.
• DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security+).
• Education/experience equivalency:
  • HS and 12+ years of experience,
  • AA and 10+ years of experience,
  • BS/BA and 8+ years of experience,
  • MS/MA and 6+ years of experience,
  • PhD and 4+ years of experience.
• Hands‑on experience designing, integrating, validating, and implementing infrastructure, software, test, and monitoring/management solutions.
• Willingness to learn new skills and technologies.
• Desired: Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments.
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification (or higher) preferred.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity where character and innovation are central. You will join a high‑performing team dedicated to mission success and national safety. CACI offers an environment of trust, valuing each employee’s unique contributions, with flexible time‑off benefits and robust learning resources to support personal and professional growth.

Pay

The proposed salary range for this position is $75,200 – $158,100, dependent on factors such as geographic location, contract labor categories, experience, skills, education, and certifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Wellness programs.
• Financial benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Family support resources.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Flexible time‑off benefits.