Senior Network Testing Lab Architect

CACI International Inc; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Testing Lab Infrastructure Lead at CAC I International Inc. will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the network testing lab, ensuring realistic production-like conditions for testing network technologies and solutions.

The role requires a minimum of 10+ years of related experience, a TS/SCI withPolygraph clearance, and strong scripting/automation skills. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and lab operations management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of related work experience.
• TS/SCI w/ poly is required.
• Strong expertise in network protocols, technologies, and industry standards.
• Hands-on experience with a wide range of network equipment and testing tools.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Ansible, Bash).
• Experience with virtualization technologies and software-defined networking.
• Experience with lab management software and tools for tracking and documenting testing processes.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and testing methodologies.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of the network testing lab infrastructure, including hardware, software, and virtualized environments.
• Develop and maintain lab architecture blueprints, ensuring scalability, flexibility, and alignment with current and future testing needs.
• Oversee the procurement, installation, and configuration of network equipment and testing tools in the lab environment.
• Manage and coordinate lab resources, including scheduling and prioritizing lab usage for various testing projects.
• Collaborate with network engineers, developers, and QA teams to understand testing requirements and design appropriate lab setups.
• Implement and maintain automation frameworks for lab provisioning, configuration, and test execution.
• Ensure the lab environment accurately simulates production network conditions and scenarios.
• Develop and enforce lab usage policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex issues within the lab environment and provide technical support to lab users.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and testing methodologies, incorporating them into the lab environment as appropriate.
• Manage relationships with vendors and service providers for lab equipment and tools.
• Work with facilities to ensure power, cooling, and safety standards (lockout/tagout) are met.

Skills

Scripting

Automation

Virtualization

Lab management

Networking security

Leadership

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent

Tools

Lab management software

Job description

Network Testing Lab Infrastructure Lead at CAC I International Inc. will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the network testing lab, ensuring realistic production-like conditions for testing network technologies and solutions.

The role requires a minimum of 10+ years of related experience, a TS/SCI withPolygraph clearance, and strong scripting/automation skills. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and lab operations management are essential.