Senior Site Lead Engineer

CACI International Inc; Centerville (MA); On-site; USD 94,800 - 199,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Wellness programs

Retirement benefits

Continuing education

Job summary

CA CI International Inc. seeks a Senior Site Lead Engineer to oversee network design, deployment, and sustainment at U.S. Air Force bases across the Indo-Pacific. The role requires hands-on leadership, advanced technical depth, and collaboration with cybersecurity teams.

The position involves guiding survey/design efforts, implementing secure routing, and supporting post-deployment training for O&M. Travel is up to 25% and the candidate must meet a Secret clearance requirement.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance required.
• Technical BA/BS degree or equivalent.
• 7+ years as Network Engineer on large, complex networks.
• High School or equivalent with 9+ years experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee network design, deployment, and sustainment at US Air Force bases.
• Lead site surveys and network assessments to select hardware/software.
• Develop designs, plans and policies meeting performance and security criteria.
• Ensure safety standards and restore site to original or better condition.

Skills

Network design

Site leadership

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in technical field

High School diploma/Associates with 9+ years experience

Tools

BGP

OSPF

EIGRP

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Senior Site Lead Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity

Oversee network design, deployment, and sustainment activities at U.S. Air Force bases across the Indo‑Pacific as the Site Lead Engineer. You’ll direct site‑level engineering execution, guide survey and design efforts, implement secure routing policies, and support installation verification and documentation across wired and wireless infrastructure. You’ll also collaborate with regional cybersecurity teams and provide over‑the‑shoulder support post‑deployment.

This high‑impact role requires hands‑on leadership and advanced technical depth to deliver reliable, mission‑ready communications systems in complex operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Senior role with multi‑disciplined network experience across wired, wireless, and mobile broadband solutions.
• Understands requirements; creates designs and network topology artifacts to meet or exceed connectivity, availability, reliability, and security SLAs.
• Leads the development of designs, plans and policies, and implementations of data networks based on the customer’s performance criteria and specifications.
• Leads site surveys and network assessments to determine the best hardware and software components for network upgrades to ensure networks are reliable, efficient, and secure.
• Leads preliminary and final SPRIP development.
• Ensures installations are performed within safety standards and work site conditions (cleanliness), including restoration of the site to original or better condition.
• Provides Post‑Deployment Over‑the‑Shoulder‑Training to the O&M team to ensure smooth transition of the networks systems.
• Designs and implements routing policies and load balancing solutions for the customer using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing protocols.
• Creates cyber artifacts such as topology/data flow diagrams, hardware/software lists, STIG checklists, ports/protocols/services, and POA&Ms.
• Designs and implements secure networks, systems, and application architectures.
• Provides implementation and support of network management such as SNMP, SYSLOG, and orchestration.
• Creates LOM to capture all major components and installation materials to ensure successful deployment of systems.
• Prepares or contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
• Ensures network solutions comply with all pertinent DAF policies and established compliant IT system integrations.
• Coordinates with local Communication Squadron and/or regional cybersecurity teams to configure, turn up, and cutover new deployments.
• Assists the O&M team in troubleshooting network‑related issues post‑deployment of the new systems. Resolves technical issues with networks, hardware, and software. Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments.

Qualifications

Required

• Clearance: Secret.
• Degree: Technical BA/BS degree.
• Experience: 7 years with BA/BS degree.
• High School diploma or associate degree with a minimum of 9 years performing as a Network Engineer on large, complex networks.

Desired

• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with their team and customers.

Certifications

• CCNP or equivalent.
• CompTIA Security +.

Pay Range

$94,800 - $199,100

At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

CAA 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.