Systems Administrator

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator Level III to support mission-critical enterprise infrastructure in a secure Department of Defense/Intelligence Community environment. The successful candidate will provide advanced systems administration, network infrastructure support, virtualization, automation, cybersecurity compliance, and enterprise systems maintenance while ensuring high availability, security, and operational readiness.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced systems administration, network infrastructure support, virtualization, automation, cybersecurity compliance, and enterprise systems maintenance
• Ensure high availability, security, and operational readiness
• Work independently, troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, implement secure enterprise solutions, and support highly classified operational environments
• Administer Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, and Palo Alto firewalls, including security policy management, troubleshooting, and enterprise firewall administration
• Configure, implement, and maintain IPSEC VPNs, secure VPN tunneling (including ASA-to-ASA connectivity), and secure enterprise networking
• Administer VMware or comparable virtualization platforms, including virtual machine provisioning, maintenance, performance tuning, and lifecycle management
• Develop automation solutions using Python and/or Bash, with hands-on implementation of Ansible and Ansible Playbooks for infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and operational efficiency
• Perform IAVA patching, vulnerability remediation, STIG implementation, and maintain compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements
• Utilize Nessus for vulnerability scanning, analysis, remediation, and continuous security monitoring
• Experience with containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management best practices
• Experience with enterprise monitoring and logging solutions (Splunk, Elastic, SolarWinds, etc.)
• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, PKI, LDAP, and certificate management
• Experience with disaster recovery, backup technologies, and high-availability architectures
• Experience with Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), Palo Alto (PCNSA/PCNSE), VMware (VCP), Red Hat (RHCSA), or equivalent technical certifications

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (additional relevant experience may be substituted for education)
• 10+ years of progressive Systems Administration experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure in secure environments
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, or equivalent)

Qualifications

• Strong experience in several of the following areas: Administration and support of Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, and Palo Alto firewalls, including security policy management, troubleshooting, and enterprise firewall administration
• Configuration, implementation, and maintenance of IPSEC VPNs, secure VPN tunneling (including ASA-to-ASA connectivity), and secure enterprise networking
• Administration of VMware or comparable virtualization platforms, including virtual machine provisioning, maintenance, performance tuning, and lifecycle management
• Experience developing automation solutions using Python and/or Bash, with hands-on implementation of Ansible and Ansible Playbooks for infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and operational efficiency
• Strong knowledge of enterprise server administration across Windows and Linux platforms, system hardening, patch management, and infrastructure support
• Experience performing IAVA patching, vulnerability remediation, STIG implementation, and maintaining compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements
• Working knowledge of Secure The Enterprise (STE) and Secure The Network (STN) processes and security initiatives
• Experience utilizing Nessus for vulnerability scanning, analysis, remediation, and continuous security monitoring
• Hands-on experience with hardware installation, rack and stack, structured cabling, equipment deployment, and maintaining accurate infrastructure documentation and network diagrams
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems, networks, and security issues while supporting highly available enterprise environments

Benefits

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.

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.