DevOps Infrastructure Engineer

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/ 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)
• Bachelors and/or Masters 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

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.

The proposed salary range for this position is: