Automation Engineer/Tester

CACI International; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International is seeking an Automation Engineer/Tester in Springfield, IL to support ISSO/ISSE security compliance, testing, and continuous‑monitoring automation for an IL5 multi‑cloud environment. The role requires strong expertise in STIG/SCAP automation and experience with ACAS/Nessus for DISA scanning.

You will work in a full-time capacity on a team focused on secure engineering practices, threat detection, and automated evidence collection.

Qualifications

• Active Interim Secret clearance (minimum).
• 4+ years in security automation, compliance testing, or DevSecOps.
• DoD 8140 – Foundational Intermediate – 671 System Testing & Evaluation Specialist (Tentative). CEH, CFR, Cloud+, GSEC, PenTest+, Security+, SSCP.

Skills

Security automation

DevSecOps

STIG automation

ACAS automation

Nessus automation

CI/CD

PowerShell scripting

Tools

Tricentis

SonarQube

Fortify

SCC

Job description

Job Title

Automation Engineer/Tester

Job Category

Engineering

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start

Secret

Employee Type

Regular

Percentage of Travel Required

Up to 10%

Type of Travel

Local

The Opportunity

Automation engineer supporting ISSO/ISSE security compliance, testing, and continuous‑monitoring automation for an IL5 multi‑cloud environment.

Required Qualifications

Clearance:

Interim Secret (minimum)

Certification Requirements:

DoD 8140 – Foundational Intermediate – 671 System Testing & Evaluation Specialist (Tentative) CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) CFR (CyberSec First Responder) Cloud+ GSEC PenTest+ Security+ SSCP

Experience:

4+ years in security automation, compliance testing, or DevSecOps

Technical Requirements

STIG / SCAP AutomationExperience with ACAS (Tenable SC) and Nessus automation for continuous DISA SCAP benchmark scanningKnowledge of SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC) for XCCDF / ARF / CKL validationAutomation of Trellix Policy Auditor STIG compliance scanning

Testing & Quality Tools

Proficiency with Tricentis test automation (SAP + Mendix regression testing)Experience with SonarQube quality gates and CI/CD pipeline integrationFamiliarity with Fortify SAST and software bill of materials (SBOM) generation (CycloneDX / SPDX)

CI/CD Pipeline

GitLab CI/CD pipeline development and security‑gate implementationIaC testing (Terraform / CloudFormation validation)Integration of security‑scanning results into AWS Security Hub

SIEM / SOAR

Splunk ES query development and alert automationSplunk SOAR playbook development (30–90 second automated response targets)Experience with ESCU (Enterprise Security Content Updates) detection rules

Compliance Automation

eMASS API integration for automated evidence uploadAWS Config conformance‑pack development for continuous complianceAWS Audit Manager control automationCORA evidence‑pipeline automation

Preferred Skills

Python, PowerShell, or Bash scriptingAWS GovCloud experience (Lambda, EventBridge, Step Functions)Understanding of RMF continuous‑monitoring requirementsExperience with SAFe Agile methodology and PI planning

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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.Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.The proposed salary range for this position is:$63,300-$129,700

Equal Opportunity Commitment

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.