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Network Testing Lab Infrastructure Lead

CACI International • Sterling, VA • 6d ago

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity :

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Network Testing Lab Infrastructure Lead to oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of our network testing laboratory environment. This role will be responsible for managing the lab infrastructure, coordinating testing activities, and ensuring the lab environment accurately simulates real-world network conditions for thorough testing and validation of network technologies and solutions.

Responsibilities:

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of the network testing lab infrastructure, including hardware, software, and virtualized environments.

Develop and maintain lab architecture blueprints, ensuring scalability, flexibility, and alignment with current and future testing needs.

Oversee the procurement, installation, and configuration of network equipment and testing tools in the lab environment.

Manage and coordinate lab resources, including scheduling and prioritizing lab usage for various testing projects.

Collaborate with network engineers, developers, and QA teams to understand testing requirements and design appropriate lab setups.

Implement and maintain automation frameworks for lab provisioning, configuration, and test execution.

Ensure the lab environment accurately simulates production network conditions and scenarios.

Develop and enforce lab usage policies, procedures, and best practices.

Troubleshoot complex issues within the lab environment and provide technical support to lab users.

Stay current with emerging network technologies and testing methodologies, incorporating them into the lab environment as appropriate.

Manage relationships with vendors and service providers for lab equipment and tools.

Work closely with the facilities team to ensure the network test lab has appropriate power, cooling, and environmental controls to support uninterrupted operations. This includes overseeing HVAC systems, power distributions systems and redundancy, and ensuring compliance with safety standards including lockout/tagout execution.

Provide regular reports on lab utilization, performance, and improvement recommendations to management. Mentor and guide junior lab engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience

10+ years of related work experience

TS/SCI w/ poly is required

Strong expertise in network protocols, technologies, and industry standards

Hands-on experience with a wide range of network equipment and testing tools

Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Ansible, Bash)

Experience with virtualization technologies and software-defined networking

Experience with lab management software and tools for tracking and documenting testing processes.

Strong understanding of network security principles and testing methodologies

Demonstrated experience working with HVAC systems, power management, and facilities teams to ensure optimal test lab conditions.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong leadership and team management abilities

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Desired:

Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent are preferred

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

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. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-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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