IT Hardware Engineer

CACI International; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International in Colorado Springs is seeking an IT Hardware Engineer to support the DIA CIS program, designing, integrating, and validating IT hardware and software solutions for highly secure environments. You will analyze requirements, architectures, and concepts of operations to produce detailed infrastructure designs and test artifacts.

This role requires TS/SCI with poly, DoD 8140 Security+ or higher, and a strong track record in hardware engineering.

Qualifications

• Top Secret SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• DOD 8140 certification applicable to role (Security+ minimum).
• Education/experience combinations per listing: AA/BS/MS/PhD with corresponding years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations teams and Government stakeholders to refine requirements and ensure objectives are achievable.
• Research optimal design characteristics and conduct AoAs for informed decision-making on tech and services.
• Incorporate capacity, performance, and other service-level metrics into designs for optimal user experience.
• Produce engineering and design artifacts, test cases, and supporting documentation, incl. CONOPS; may provide team leadership.
• Research new technologies and capabilities and articulate benefits of integration into current infrastructure ecosystems.
• Use lab facilities to promote experimentation and feasibility of designs and technologies.
• Develop test cases and scripts for unit and system tests; ensure complete test coverage before deployment.
• Provide support to operations during acceptance testing, blue/green deployment, and early production use.

Skills

TS/SCI with polygraph

Security+ / DoD 8140

Education

AA + 14+ years experience

BS/BA + 12+ years experience

MS/MA + 10+ years experience

PhD + 8+ years experience

Job description

Job Title: IT Hardware Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

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

Anticipated Posting End: 12/31/2026

The Opportunity

The CIS program supports our intelligence customer deliver IT services to conduct its globally distributed operations. We are driving an exciting technological transformation of customer IT services by leading the design, development, implementation, and operation of cutting-edge solutions. This includes continuous service improvement through the modernization of IT system infrastructure.

CACI is looking for an experienced, innovative, and motivated Hardware Engineer to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer, the Defense Intelligence Agency. In this role you will analyze requirements, concepts of operations, and system architectures to create detailed infrastructure designs for refresh of customer technologies in line with program vision and objectives.

The position is contingent upon award of the DIA SITE III CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations teams and Government stakeholders to refine requirements and ensure availability, reliability, resiliency, and operability objectives are well understood and achievable
• Research optimal design characteristics and conducts Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs) for objective, informed decision-making on technology and service options, feasibility studies, and proofs of concepts
• Incorporate capacity, performance, and other service-level metrics into designs for optimal user experience and infrastructure utilization
• Work in small teams or independently to produce engineering and design artifacts, test cases, training materials, and supporting documentation, including CONOPS; may provide team leadership or guidance
• Research new technologies and capabilities, analyzes and articulates to stakeholders the benefits of integration into current infrastructure ecosystems, and conducts objective AoA and tradeoff decisions as a key member of Continual Service Improvement (CSI) and innovation activities
• Use lab facilities to promote experimentation, investigation, and feasibility of designs and technologies
• Develop test cases and scripts for unit and system tests for all designs and configurations; uses lab facilities to ensure complete test coverage and positive outcomes before readying components for deployment
• Support transfer of engineered solutions to Operations teams throughout acceptance testing, Blue/Green fielding, and early production use to smooth operations during initial use
• Provide advanced troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing services to Operations teams for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) components within areas of desktop solutions experience
• Develop Tech Refresh strategy for assessment and planning, vendor evaluation and procurement, implementation and deployment, governance and oversight, compliance, and risk management executed in the phased approach
• Provide support of engineering services from engineering to operations transition

Qualifications

Required

• Must hold a current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start
• DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security+)
• An AA and 14+ years of experience, BS/BA and 12+ years of experience, MS/MA and 10+ years of experience, or PhD and 8+ years of experience
• Minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience designing, integrating, validating, and implementing IT hardware and software solutions
• Ability to coordinate effectively with team members on technical and non‑technical issues
• Willingness to learn new skills and new technologies.

Desired

• Degree in Science, Technology, or Engineering
• Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments
• Familiarity with Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) or evaluating new storage technologies
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

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:

$90,300-$189,600

CACI is anEqualOpportunity 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 otherprotectedcharacteristic.