IT Sustainment Engineer

CACI International Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking an IT Sustainment Engineer to implement and maintain the infrastructure powering our operations.

You will ensure stability, security, and efficiency of IT systems, and work closely with stakeholders to translate requirements into reliable, scalable services. Responsibilities include managing ServiceNow architecture, deploying code across self-hosted, Kubernetes, and AWS environments, and automating workflows with Python and Ansible while collaborating across

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph required.
• 4+ years of design, development, and implementation of software systems.
• Experience deploying enterprise IT systems like ServiceNow.
• Experience with AWS and Azure cloud deployments.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ServiceNow system architecture to meet requirements.
• Monitor performance with Splunk dashboards and AWS CloudWatch.
• Deploy code to test and production in self-hosted, Kubernetes, and AWS.
• Lead or participate in troubleshooting to ensure enterprise availability.
• Patch Linux OS and enterprise apps (ServiceNow, Tableau, Splunk, Kubernetes).
• Develop automation with Python, Ansible, and IaC.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to capture and manage system requirements.
• Document configurations, procedures, and reports.
• Create installation instructions and support documentation.

Skills

TS/SCI with Polygraph

ServiceNow

AWS

Kubernetes

Python

Ansible

Linux administration

Splunk

Cloudwatch

Documentation/Coordination

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or Engineering

4 years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

ServiceNow

Tableau

Splunk

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Python

Ansible

Job description

Job Title: IT Sustainment Engineer

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

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Sustainment Engineer to join our technical team. As an IT Sustainment Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure that powers our operations. Your expertise will ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of our IT systems. This role requires a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of system architecture and network management requirement management processes. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with capturing customer requirements, designing and implementing enterprise level systems such as ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ServiceNow system architecture, including hardware and software components, to meet functional requirements.
• Monitor system performance using/creating Splunk dashboards and AWS cloudwatch.
• Deploy new code to test and production environments in both self-hosted, Kubernetes and cloud (AWS) configurations.
• Lead and/or participate in troubleshooting activities to ensure availability of enterprise systems.
• Perform OS (Linux), application (ServiceNow, Tableau, Splunk, Kubernetes) patching and upgrades.
• Leverage Python, Ansible and other tools to develop automation and infrastructure as code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze, and manage system requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Create technical documentation for system configurations and maintain system-related reports.

Required Qualifications

• An Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
• 4+ years of relevant experience in design, development, and implementation of software systems (Custom, COTS, GOTS), applications, and related products.
• Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter.
• Strong documentation and verbal communication skills to collaborate with and convey focused messages to stakeholders, customers, domain experts, program managers and teammates encompassing architecture, high-level and detail system designs.
• Experience in deploying, configuring and maintaining enterprise level IT systems such as ServiceNow.
• Experience deploying cloud-based enterprise level applications such as in AWS and Azure.
• Experience with Linux administration and deployed Linux based systems
• Experience with system upgrades, patching and regular IT system maintenance
• Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Ability to prioritize and manage work to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Coordinate with deployment team for approved release packages and break-fix solutions on ServiceNow in accordance with Configuration, Change, and Release Management policies and procedures
• Develop installation instructions and supporting documentation to affect system design deployments
• Work with a team to provide technical input in the areas of system design, installation, configuration, tuning, capacity planning, troubleshooting, and problem resolution
• Patch cloud servers and applications, configures software, responds to service outages, monitors system performance, and troubleshoots systems issues
• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related technical field; or 4 years of additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification or be able to obtain certification within 3 months of hire.
• ServiceNow CSA certification or able to complete CSA training within 3 months of hire.

Desired Qualifications

• ITIL v4
• AWS Architect certification
• ServiceNow Admin 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.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$86,600 - $181,800

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.