Senior RHEL STIG Engineer

CACI; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 103,800 - 218,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Comprehensive healthcare

Retirement benefits

Continuing education benefits

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior RHEL STIG Engineer in Chantilly, Virginia. This full-time position requires a SECRET security clearance and 12+ years in IT, focusing on STIG compliance and system administration. Responsibilities include configuring and validating systems per DISA STIG standards and collaborating with stakeholders. The role includes competitive salary ranging from $103,800 to $218,100, flexible time off, and robust benefits supporting personal and professional growth. Join CACI to contribute to vital national missions.

Qualifications

• Must possess a SECRET security clearance.
• 12+ years of relevant experience, with degree substitution applicable.
• Required DoD 8140 compliant certification such as CompTIA Security+.

Responsibilities

• Configure systems in compliance with DISA STIG requirements.
• Validate and report STIG compliance across the enterprise.
• Administer and maintain applications on RHEL.

Skills

STIG application proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and collaboration skills

Knowledge of NIST compliance standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in applicable field

Tools

SteelCloud ConfigOS

Microsoft Active Directory/Entra

Microsoft PowerBI

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior RHEL STIG Engineer
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US

Responsibilities

• STIG Configuration and Compliance proficiency.
• Expertly configure systems in accordance with DISA STIG requirements.
• Validate and report STIG compliance across the enterprise.
• Administer and maintain applications on RHEL.
• Develop and debug shell scripts for application management.
• Achieving DISA STIGs compliance with tools such as SteelCloud ConfigOS.
• Effective management and understanding of web servers, application servers, containerized applications, and database servers for in-depth evaluation of proper interactions with STIG requirements to avoid system instability or service disruption.
• Work with Hyper-V and Azure to manage servers in virtual and cloud environments.
• Possess working knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Effectively communicate (both orally and in writing) with team members and stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must possess a SECRET security clearance
• 12+ Years of relevant experience (Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field may be substituted for 5 years of experience).
• Proficiency in STIG application, review, troubleshooting, validation and compliance.
• Required DoD 8140 compliant certification such as CompTIA Security+
• SteelCloud ConfigOS familiarity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex security tooling challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Understanding of industry compliance standards (e.g., NIST) and relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) is advantageous.
• Willingness to stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends and emerging security tools.

Desired:

• Other relevant cybersecurity certifications like Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), are a plus.
• ServiceNow integrated workflows/automation
• Microsoft Active Directory/Entra
• Microsoft PowerBI Dashboarding

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. 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 and Benefits

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:

$103,800 - $218,100

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.