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Lab Engineer

CACI


Job Location:

Chantilly, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 75200 - 158100
Posted: 29 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Lab Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2027

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 Lab Engineer to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer the Defense Intelligence this role as an essential innovation driver you will design maintain and energize cutting-edge Developmental Labs across multiple classification levels constructing cost-effective virtualization environments and advanced test setups to pilot next-generation enterprise technologies. You will collaborate across engineering cyber and vendor teams to run dynamic Alpha/Beta testing spearhead security accreditation assessments for ATOs and deliver seamless operational transitions that empower mission success!

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

Responsibilities:

  • Design administer and maintain the unclassified and classified Developmental Labs (DLabs) to adequately test infrastructure and specified applications prior to deployment

  • Design and configure software testing and monitoring and management tools and services to facilitate Alpha and Beta solution testing across all classification levels and fabrics

  • Develop test plans integration and assessments of new technology systems and services within the DLabs

  • Perform technical and functional upgrades to the DLabs latest industry standards newest functionalities and shifting demands for engineering and operations

  • Construct virtualization and simulation environment that maximizes use of existing hardware and software and minimizes additional costs

  • Collaborate with other engineers operations teams and stakeholders on lab requirements configurations and setup to support latest industry standards newest functionalities and shifting demands

  • Coordinate with cyber engineers and government leads on requirements and configurations for IATTs and setup to collect bodies of evidence needed for ATOs including firewalls security scanners automated security probes and security audit tools

  • Serve as point of contact for all lab activities visits and demonstrations including security management to safeguards lab environments

  • Assist with testing and documentation for products being tested

  • Facilitate validation of disaster recovery and COOP Plans in lab settings

  • Engage vendor partners and OEMs on state of their technologies updates and lifecycle management for lab equipment

  • Maintain detailed lab environment specifications including designs diagrams charts equipment configurations or recommended technologies

  • Facilitate development of schedules materials and configurations required for testing rounds

  • Actively use lab facilities to research and test new or modified hardware or software products to determine performance and interoperability

  • Provide engineering services in support of operations transition

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)

  • HS and 12 years of experience 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

  • Hands-on experience designing integrating validating and implementing infrastructure software test and monitoring and management solutions

  • Willingness to learn new skills and new technologies

Desired:

  • Degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics

  • Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments

  • ITIL 4 Foundation Certification (or higher)

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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 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:

$75200-$158100

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.


Required Experience:

IC


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