Application Network Services Specialist

The Opportunity:

The CIS program supports our intelligence customer deliver IT services to conduct its globally distributed operations. We are driving an exciting technological transformation of customer IT services by leading the design development implementation and operation of cutting-edge solutions. This includes continuous service improvement through the modernization of IT system infrastructure.

CACI is looking for an experienced innovative and motivated Application Network Services Specialist to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer the Defense Intelligence Agency. As our Application Network Services Specialist you will serve as a critical bridge between software applications and the underlying network infrastructure within a highly secure classified environment. Acting as a key member of a global 24/7 operations team you will ensure that critical applications are highly available secure and performing optimally. You will own the application delivery lifecyclemanaging traffic load balancing DNS/DHCP and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)while facilitating seamless transitions from engineering to production via Blue/Green deployments. Your work directly guarantees that users experience uninterrupted secure access to essential mission services.

The position is contingent upon award of the DIA SITE III CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract.

Responsibilities:

• Core Network & Application Services

  • Deploy and manage traffic solutions: Operate maintain and integrate application traffic management solutions including traffic offloading/proxy and load balancing.

  • Manage DDI Services: Monitor and manage secure Domain Name Services (DNS) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Network Time Protocol (NTP) for internal and customer infrastructures.

  • Oversee Identity and PKI: Maintain the currency of all PKI user and server tokens certificates and the supporting chain of trust. Provide training and documentation to Trusted Agent (TA) personnel.

• Operations & Incident Management

  • Provide Tier 2 Operations Support: Execute all Tier 2 activities including incident analysis troubleshooting break/fix and hands-on touch labor. Coordinate with Engineering for advanced troubleshooting.

  • Monitor Performance: Analyze capacity and service-level metrics to maintain optimal infrastructure utilization and proactively prevent errors from escalating into incidents.

  • Execute Maintenance: Perform scheduled and ad hoc maintenance updates and upgrades in accordance with authorized service interruption schedules.

• Engineering Support & Innovation

  • Bridge Engineering & Operations: Analyze system architectures and concepts of operations to deploy infrastructure in line with program vision. Collaborate with Engineering and Government stakeholders to refine availability and operability requirements.

  • Manage Deployments: Oversee the transfer of engineered solutions from Engineering teams through Acceptance testing and Blue/Green fielding.

  • Utilize Lab Environments: Develop test cases and scripts for Beta and Acceptance tests. Use Lab facilities to investigate incidents resolve problems and validate the feasibility of designs before production deployment.

  • Drive Continual Service Improvement (CSI): Research new technologies evaluate their benefits and articulate evolutionary changes to stakeholders.

• Compliance Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain Security Posture: Provide continuous patch management across networks and security domains. Coordinate on approved Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).

  • Deliver Contract Requirements: Create required content documentation reports and data adhering to contract schedules and formats.

  • Develop Knowledge Base: Work with technical writers to create and maintain SOPs knowledge artifacts and operations supporting information.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must hold a current Top Secret/SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start

• DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security)

• An AA and 10 years of experience BS/BA and 8 years of experience MS/MA and 6 years of experience or PhD and 4 years of experience

• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience integrating operating and maintaining IT hardware and software solutions

Desired:

• Degree in Science Technology or Engineering

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory Local/Global Traffic Manager Big IP (F5) Infoblox and related application delivery technologies.

• Deep familiarity with Intelligence Community Information Technology Enterprise (IC ITE) services and classified operating environments

• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

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 youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers 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. Youll 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 nations 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.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

CACI is anEqualOpportunity 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 otherprotectedcharacteristic.