Lab Engineer

CACI International; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International is seeking a Lab Engineer to design, maintain, and energize Developmental Labs across multiple classification levels, constructing cost‑effective virtualization environments to pilot next‑generation enterprise technologies for the Defense Intelligence Agency.

You will collaborate with engineering, cyber, and vendor teams to run Alpha/Beta testing and support security accreditation assessments for ATOs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start.
• DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security+)
• HS and 12+ years of experience, an AA and 10+ years of experience, BS/BA and 8+ years of experience, MS/MA and 6+ years of experience, or PhD and 4+ years of experience
• Hands‑on experience designing, integrating, validating, and implementing infrastructure, software, test, and monitoring and management solutions
• Willingness to learn new skills and new technologies
• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
• Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification (or higher)

Responsibilities

• Design, administer, and maintain the unclassified and classified Developmental Labs (DLabs) to adequately test infrastructure and specified applications prior to deployment
• Design and configure software, testing, and monitoring and management tools and services to facilitate Alpha and Beta solution testing across all classification levels and fabrics
• Develop test plans, integration, and assessments of new technology, systems, and services within the DLabs
• Perform technical and functional upgrades to the DLabs latest industry standards, newest functionalities, and shifting demands for engineering and operations
• Construct virtualization and simulation environment that maximizes use of existing hardware and software and minimizes additional costs
• Collaborate with other engineers, operations teams, and stakeholders on lab requirements, configurations, and setup to support latest industry standards, newest functionalities, and shifting demands
• Coordinate with cyber engineers and government leads on requirements and configurations for IATTs and setup to collect bodies of evidence needed for ATOs, including firewalls, security scanners, automated security probes, and security audit tools
• Serve as point of contact for all lab activities, visits, and demonstrations, including security management to safeguards lab environments
• Assist with testing and documentation for products being tested
• Facilitate validation of disaster recovery and COOP Plans in lab settings
• Engage vendor partners and OEMs on state of their technologies, updates, and lifecycle management for lab equipment
• Maintain detailed lab environment specifications, including designs, diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, or recommended technologies
• Facilitate development of schedules, materials, and configurations required for testing rounds
• Actively use lab facilities to research and test new or modified hardware or software products to determine performance and interoperability
• Provide engineering services in support of operations transition

Skills

Top Secret SCI clearance

DOD 8140 Certification

Security+ minimum

Hands-on lab design

System integration

Security accreditation

Willingness to learn

Education

HS + 12+ years experience

AA + 10+ years experience

BS/BA + 8+ years experience

MS/MA + 6+ years experience

PhD + 4+ years experience

Degree in Science/Engineering/Math

ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

Tools

None specified

Job description

Job Title: Lab 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: Local

Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2027

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 Lab Engineer to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer, the Defense Intelligence Agency. In this role, as an essential innovation driver, you will design, maintain, and energize cutting‑edge Developmental Labs across multiple classification levels, constructing cost‑effective virtualization environments and advanced test setups to pilot next‑generation enterprise technologies. You will collaborate across engineering, cyber, and vendor teams to run dynamic Alpha/Beta testing, spearhead security accreditation assessments for ATOs, and deliver seamless operational transitions that empower mission success!

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

Responsibilities:

• Design, administer, and maintain the unclassified and classified Developmental Labs (DLabs) to adequately test infrastructure and specified applications prior to deployment

• Design and configure software, testing, and monitoring and management tools and services to facilitate Alpha and Beta solution testing across all classification levels and fabrics

• Develop test plans, integration, and assessments of new technology, systems, and services within the DLabs

• Perform technical and functional upgrades to the DLabs latest industry standards, newest functionalities, and shifting demands for engineering and operations

• Construct virtualization and simulation environment that maximizes use of existing hardware and software and minimizes additional costs

• Collaborate with other engineers, operations teams, and stakeholders on lab requirements, configurations, and setup to support latest industry standards, newest functionalities, and shifting demands

• Coordinate with cyber engineers and government leads on requirements and configurations for IATTs and setup to collect bodies of evidence needed for ATOs, including firewalls, security scanners, automated security probes, and security audit tools

• Serve as point of contact for all lab activities, visits, and demonstrations, including security management to safeguards lab environments

• Assist with testing and documentation for products being tested

• Facilitate validation of disaster recovery and COOP Plans in lab settings

• Engage vendor partners and OEMs on state of their technologies, updates, and lifecycle management for lab equipment

• Maintain detailed lab environment specifications, including designs, diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, or recommended technologies

• Facilitate development of schedules, materials, and configurations required for testing rounds

• Actively use lab facilities to research and test new or modified hardware or software products to determine performance and interoperability

• Provide engineering services in support of 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+)

• HS and 12+ years of experience, an AA and 10+ years of experience, BS/BA and 8+ years of experience, MS/MA and 6+ years of experience, or PhD and 4+ years of experience

• Hands‑on experience designing, integrating, validating, and implementing infrastructure, software, test, and monitoring and management solutions

• Willingness to learn new skills and new technologies

Desired:

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics

• Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments

• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification (or higher)

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:

$75,200-$158,100

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.