DevOps Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: DevOps Infrastructure Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

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 deployments. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), advanced networking, and hands-on proficiency with Puppet, Ansible, and CI/CD. In this role, you will install, configure, and troubleshoot both test and production environments, while identifying opportunities to enhance and modernize our primarily Puppet-based deployment pipelines. This is a hands-on, high-impact engineering role where your contributions directly influence our delivery capabilities. Candidates should thrive in fast-paced environments and balance operational reliability with automation, security, and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain RHEL-based environments to support operational deployments
• Develop and maintain automation and configuration management solutions using Puppet and Ansible
• Support Tier 3/4 escalations, performing deep-dive troubleshooting across infrastructure and application layers
• 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 to ensure production reliability
• Implement security features and address newly identified vulnerabilities and best practices

Qualifications Required

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Ability to meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification requirements (e.g., Security+ CE) within 45 days of hire
• Extensive experience administering and troubleshooting RHEL systems, including networking (routing, VLANs, DNS, DHCP)
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience
• Proficiency with Puppet and Ansible for configuration management and automation
• Understanding of Agile development practices, DevOps methodologies, and secure software delivery principles
• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or similar)
• Familiarity with version control and CI/CD tools (Git, GitLab, Jenkins)
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python)
• Excellent troubleshooting skills across OS, network, and application layers

Desired

• An active Top Secret with SCI clearance
• Experience with AWS and cloud architecture principles
•  Familiarity with Helm charts and Kubernetes deployments; willingness to stand up and maintain Kubernetes clusters
• Experience working in environments governed by STIGs, NIST 800-171, or similar security baselines

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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.

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.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$94,400 - $198,200