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System Administration Design Engineer

CACI International • Colorado Springs, CO • 1d ago

Job Title: System Administration Design Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 5/31/2026

The Opportunity:

CACI provides expertise and technology to enterprise and mission customers in support of national security missions and government transformation for defense, intelligence, and civilian customers.

CACI's culture is the driving force behind our success. Our culture defines who we are, how we act, and what we believe is both the right way and our duty in conducting business. Our culture unifies us as a company and strengthens our resolve to meet our customers' - and our country's - most critical missions.

CACI is looking for a Systems Administration Design Engineer for our Software Maintenance Action (SWMA) Team (e.g., scripting standard OS patch installs) for the Range, Communications, and Network segments that support the U.S. Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN). The SWMA team will also provide support to modification projects upgrading the server, storage, and networks supporting the U.S. Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN). You will use your patch management experience to help optimize the software maintenance process and you will bring your proactive energy, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to manage time and projects effectively to improve the security and functionality of AFSCN systems, and, when required, support operational issues.

Responsibilities:

Patch management for the AFSCN mission systems

Troubleshoot Windows OS and Microsoft application security patch installations and upgrades

Troubleshoot Linux OS application security patch installations and upgrades

Troubleshoot networking security patch installations and upgrades

Create installation and rollback plans

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 AFSCN

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

Maintain and submit documentation in accordance with SWMA Procedure

Be responsible for designing and implementing changes 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

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

Participate in proposal development in response to customer modification direction

Qualifications

Required:

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

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

Cybersecurity experience IAW DISA STIGs

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

Have excellent customer relationship skills

Have excellent communication skills

Be a self-starter willing to seek knowledge and broaden their understanding of their areas of responsibility

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

Have proficiency in Visio, PowerPoint, and Excel

3 Years of job-related experience and bachelor's degree (7 Years in lieu of degree)

Ability to obtain Security+ within 90 days of hire

Security Clearance (Or ability to obtain)

Desired:

Agile software project methodology

Understanding of SWMA process

Industry related certifications

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.

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

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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