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Senior Incident Responder

CACI


Job Location:

Suitland, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 120800 - 265800
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Senior Incident Responder

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a skilled and experienced Incident Responder (Level 3) to join our dynamic team to support a DoD client in Suitland MD. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in Computer Network Defense (CND) incident management and cybersecurity operations. This role requires a proactive individual with significant experience in monitoring investigating and responding to cybersecurity alerts as well as developing and implementing defense tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs).

Responsibilities:

  • Incident Response: Monitor and investigate alerts from cybersecurity tools. Respond to and mitigate cybersecurity incidents and breaches following established incident management lifecycle processes.

  • Threat Analysis: Identify and classify attack vectors analyze malware and develop countermeasures. Utilize network traffic packet captures and analysis methodologies.

  • Tool Utilization: Operate Network Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (NIDPS) such as Cisco FirePower Palo Alto NGFW and host-based systems like Trellix ePO Microsoft Defender and Tanium. Manage Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems such as Splunk and Elastic.

  • Documentation and Reporting: Write detailed reports create best practices manuals and develop standard operating procedures. Document incident response activities and findings.

  • Penetration Testing: Conduct penetration testing and Red Teaming exercises using tools such as Kali SamuraiWTF NMap Burp Suite sqlmap and Metasploit.

  • Scripting and Coding: Develop scripts and tools using languages such as Python Perl Ruby JavaScript PowerShell and others as needed for incident response and automation.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with other cybersecurity teams IT staff and stakeholders to ensure a cohesive defense strategy. Provide briefings and presentations as required.

  • Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats trends and technologies. Implement improvements to existing security posture and incident response processes.


Qualifications:

Required:

  • TS/SCI Security Clearance

  • BA/BS in Computer Science Information Technology Information Assurance or a related field. Masters degree preferred. Alternatively 15 years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree.

  • Minimum of 10 years of concentrated experience in CND.

  • 5 years of professional experience in monitoring and investigating cybersecurity alerts.

  • Significant experience with Federal DoD IC and industry standards.

  • Strong interpersonal organizational time management writing/documentation and briefing skills.

  • Excellent analytical conceptual and problem-solving skills.

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and develop/present presentations.

  • Experience in developing and implementing CND TTPs.

  • Knowledge of network security architecture including topology protocols and components.

  • Familiarity with common adversary TTPs and enterprise services (domain controllers print email DNS web servers).

  • Experience with network traffic analysis tools like WireShark or NIKSUN.

  • Proficiency in scripting and coding languages (Python Perl Ruby JavaScript PowerShell C C Java PHP AJAX).

  • Certifications:

  • Must possess one of the industry certifications listed under CSSP Incident Responder per the requirements of the DoD Cyber Security Workforce Improvement Program DoD 8570.01-M.

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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.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$120800 - $265800

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:

Senior IC


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