Integration Manager

CACI International; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 86,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CACI as an Integration Manager to lead a critical DoD project, delivering a walking skeleton reference architecture that connects real infrastructure components across the stack. You’ll work with government stakeholders and vendor partners to ensure the architecture is testable, secure by design, and extensible as the program grows.

You will guide technical integration across APIs, microservices, and enterprise applications while aligning with RMF, Zero Trust, and DoDAF artifacts.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance or higher (active clearance preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in systems integration, enterprise architecture, or a related technical discipline, including experience in DoD or federal environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing or implementing end-to-end reference architectures (e.g., walking skeleton, minimum viable architecture, or similar incremental-integration approaches).
• Working knowledge of network transport technologies, specifically SD-LAN and SD-WAN design, deployment, or orchestration.
• Experience integrating application services (APIs, microservices, or service-oriented architectures) with enterprise applications.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles and DoD security frameworks (RMF, NIST 800-53, Zero Trust, or equivalent).
• Ability to produce and interpret architecture and integration documentation (system diagrams, ICDs, DoDAF/SysML artifacts, or similar).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to translate technical detail for both engineering teams and government program leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and stand up a walking skeleton architecture framework: a thin, end-to-end slice of the full system that exercises every major architectural component (services, transport, applications, security) before feature depth is added.
• Define the integration strategy and technical roadmap connecting backend/microservices, SD-LAN/SD-WAN transport layers, front-end and enterprise applications, and cybersecurity/RMF controls into one interoperable framework.
• Serve as the PMP technical integration lead across Former NavalX and DTIC program teams, coordinating with software engineering, network engineering, cybersecurity (ISSO/ISSM), and infrastructure teams.
• Develop and maintain system architecture diagrams, integration schedules, interface control documents (ICDs), and technical data packages.
• Evaluate and select integration patterns (API gateways, service mesh, message brokers, SD-WAN orchestration) appropriate for a DoD/Navy enterprise environment.
• Ensure the architecture aligns with applicable DoD and DoN policy, including RMF, Zero Trust reference architecture, and DoDAF artifacts as required.
• Coordinate integration testing, environment stand-up, and phased rollout across development, test, and production environments.
• Identify integration risks, dependencies, and technical debt; drive resolution with engineering leads and government stakeholders.
• Support acquisition and program management activities: status reporting, technical reviews, milestone documentation, and stakeholder briefings.
• Mentor junior engineers and integration staff on architecture standards and integration best practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

DoD domain knowledge

Architecture thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Integration Manager

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

Join a dynamic and high-performing team at CACI, where you’ll make a significant impact on military operations!

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Integration Manager to lead a critical project for the Department of Defense. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and a broad array of talent dedicated to advancing digital transformation initiatives.

As an Integration Manager, you will support a Navy DDIL contract and the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) in the design and delivery of a “walking skeleton” reference architecture — a minimal, end-to-end implementation that connects real infrastructure components across the technology stack early in the program, then is incrementally built out. This role owns the technical integration strategy that ties together application services, network transport (SD-LAN/SD-WAN), enterprise applications, and cybersecurity controls into a single, coherent, deployable framework.

The Integration Manager will work directly with government stakeholders, technical leads, and vendor partners to ensure the architecture is testable, secure by design, and extensible as the program matures.

Your expertise in systems integration, cyber security, enterprise architecture, and DoD environments, will drive the technical roadmap, mentor junior engineers, and ensure alignment with DoD policy and frameworks. This is your chance to make a significant impact and be part of a dynamic, high-performing team dedicated to advancing national security through innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Design and stand up a “walking skeleton” architecture framework: a thin, end-to-end slice of the full system that exercises every major architectural component (services, transport, applications, security) before feature depth is added.
• Define the integration strategy and technical roadmap connecting backend/microservices, SD-LAN/SD-WAN transport layers, front-end and enterprise applications, and cybersecurity/RMF controls into one interoperable framework. Must be a Certified CISO to ensure that all facets of program efforts align.
• Serve as the PMP technical integration lead across Former NavalX and DTIC program teams, coordinating with software engineering, network engineering, cybersecurity (ISSO/ISSM), and infrastructure teams.
• Develop and maintain system architecture diagrams, integration schedules, interface control documents (ICDs), and technical data packages.
• Evaluate and select integration patterns (API gateways, service mesh, message brokers, SD-WAN orchestration) appropriate for a DoD/Navy enterprise environment.
• Ensure the architecture aligns with applicable DoD and DoN policy, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF), Zero Trust reference architecture, and DoDAF artifacts as required.
• Coordinate integration testing, environment stand-up, and phased rollout across development, test, and production environments.
• Identify integration risks, dependencies, and technical debt; drive resolution with engineering leads and government stakeholders.
• Support acquisition and program management activities: status reporting, technical reviews, milestone documentation, and stakeholder briefings.
• Mentor junior engineers and integration staff on architecture standards and integration best practices.

Qualifications:

Required:

• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance or higher (active clearance preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in systems integration, enterprise architecture, or a related technical discipline, including experience in DoD or federal environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing or implementing end-to-end reference architectures (e.g., walking skeleton, minimum viable architecture, or similar incremental-integration approaches).
• Working knowledge of network transport technologies, specifically SD-LAN and SD-WAN design, deployment, or orchestration.
• Experience integrating application services (APIs, microservices, or service-oriented architectures) with enterprise applications.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles and DoD security frameworks (RMF, NIST 800-53, Zero Trust, or equivalent).
• Ability to produce and interpret architecture and integration documentation (system diagrams, ICDs, DoDAF/SysML artifacts, or similar).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to translate technical detail for both engineering teams and government program leadership.

Desired:

• Prior direct support to a Former NavalX, DTIC, a PEO, SYSCOM, or another Navy/DoD innovation or acquisition organization.
• Certifications aligned to DoD 8570/8140 (Security+, CISSP), TOGAF, or vendor SD-WAN/network certifications.
• Must be a PMP and Certified CISO.
• Experience with cloud and hybrid-cloud integration (AWS/Azure GovCloud, DoD cARMY/cVCE, or similar).
• Familiarity with Agile/DevSecOps delivery models and CI/CD pipeline integration.
• Active DoD Top Secret or ability to obtain.

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.

$85,800 – $180,200

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.