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DevOps Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity: We are seeking a cleared DevOps Engineer to join our mission-focused team supporting complex operational deployments. This individual must bring deep experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems, including advanced networking knowledge and hands-on proficiency with Puppet, and Ansible. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, and troubleshooting production environments. You’ll also support Tier 3/4 escalations, which may involve reading and understanding Java code for effective debugging. You will be empowered to identify opportunities to enhance and modernize our largely Puppet-based deployment pipelines. This is a hands-on, high-impact engineering role where your contributions will directly affect our delivery capabilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing operational reliability with automation, security, and scalability.

Responsibilities:

+ Support operational deployments by installing, configuring, and maintaining RHEL-based environments

+ Develop and maintain automation and configuration management solutions using Puppet and Ansible ·

+ Support Tier 3/4 escalations including deep-dive troubleshooting across infrastructure and application layers

+ Analyze and interpret Java, Javascript, and Python code to assist with debugging and root cause analysis

+ Improve deployment processes and reduce manual interventions through scripting and tool integration · Collaborate with software developers, infrastructure teams, and cybersecurity engineers to deliver secure, scalable systems

+ Document installation procedures, troubleshooting guides, and deployment workflows

+ Assist with maintaining CI/CD pipelines and monitoring solutions for production reliability

Required Qualifications:

+ Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

+ 5+ years of related experience and degree or 9 years of related experience in lieu of degree

+ Must meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification requirements (e.g., Security+ CE) within 45 days of hire

+ Extensive experience with RHEL systems, including command-line administration and network configuration/troubleshooting (e.g., routing, VLANs, DNS, DHCP)

+ Proficiency with Puppet and Ansible for configuration management and automation

+ Ability to read and interpret Java, Javascript, and Python code for debugging support

+ Familiarity with version control and CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, GitLab, Jenkins)

+ Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python)

+ Excellent troubleshooting skills across the full stack: OS, network, application

Desired Qualifications:

+ Familiarity with Helm charts for Kubernetes application deployment and configuration; willingness to stand up and maintain Kubernetes clusters in support of evolving operational needs

+ Experience working in environments governed by STIGs, NIST 800-171, or other security baselines

Why Join Us? This role gives you the chance to directly influence how we manage and deploy mission-critical systems. You'll work alongside talented engineers and technical leads, with the freedom to drive automation, improve efficiency, and contribute meaningfully to national security objectives. If you're passionate about DevOps, infrastructure, and solving complex technical challenges—this is the opportunity for you.

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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.

**Your potential is limitless.** So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

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**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. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$94,400 - $198,200

_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._