Application Engineer—TS/SCI with Poly

CACI International Inc; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 104,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. seeks an Application Engineer—TS/SCI with Poly to join a mission-focused team at Fort Meade, MD. You will implement Forward Networks tooling to inventory, map, and monitor the network, and help integrate it with the High Side model.

Active TS/SCI with Poly, deep networking knowledge (Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper), Zero Trust experience, and Red Hat Linux administration are required. This role supports national security missions and offers growth within a trusted contractor.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required.
• Strong understanding of networking architecture (firewalls/routers/switches/protocols).
• Experience configuring multiple vendors (Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper).
• Experience with Zero Trust related activities.
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration.
• Ability to read system configuration files for Forward Networks ingestion.

Responsibilities

• Implement Forward Networks tool to capture, organize, and maintain network inventory and maps.
• Help integrate inventory with High Side network enterprise model.
• Support Know Your Network and Zero Trust architecture initiatives.

Skills

Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Network architecture

Vendor configurations (Cisco/ PaloAlto

Zero Trust

RHEL administration

Config file analysis

Education

High school Diploma / GED

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Doctorate

Tools

Forward Networks

Redseal

Job description

Job Title: Application Engineer—TS/SCI with Poly

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity

Support the “Know your Network” Zero Trust Architecture Capabilities.

Responsibilities

Responsible for implementing the Forward Networks commercial tool to capture, organize, and maintain all Mission Island network inventory, network maps, and associated vulnerabilities plus help integrate the inventory with High Side network enterprise model.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
• Strong understanding of computer networking architecture (Firewalls, Routers, Switches, Protocols, etc.)
• Proficiency with understanding configurations from multiple vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, etc.
• Experience with Zero Trust related activities (hardening systems, customer ZT compliance requirements)
• Previous technical experience with system administration on Red Hat Enterprise Linux or similar
• Ability to read and understand system configuration files to verify correct ingestion into Forward Networks

Desired

• Forward Networks/Redseal experience
• Networking certifications such as CCNP, JNCIP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, or equivalent

Minimum Education And Experience

• 12 years minimum experience and a High school Diploma/GED
• 10 years minimum experience and an Associate’s degree
• 8 years minimum experience and a Bachelor’s degree
• 6 years minimum experience and a Master’s degree
• 4 years minimum experience and a Doctorate’s degree
• All experience and education will be in a technical field directly related to the labor category being proposed and all diplomas, GED certificates, and degrees will be from accredited institutions.

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.

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

$103,800 - $218,100

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.