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Systems Engineer

CACI
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Engineer position at CACI?

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic Network Security Implementation and Sustainment (NSIS) Services team as a Systems Engineer. This role offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your expertise in analyzing user requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop comprehensive system requirements specifications. You will guide users in formulating requirements, advise on alternative approaches, and conduct feasibility studies. If you’re passionate about systems engineering and network security, this is the perfect chance to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical direction for the integration of requirements, design, and technology.

  • Incorporate new plans, designs, and systems into ongoing operations and develop technical documentation.

  • Engage with Government stakeholders on Systems Engineering technical considerations and resolve associated problems, issues, or conflicts.

  • Ensure the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables within the Systems Engineering area of responsibility.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

  • Systems Engineering Documentation: Contribute to the development of systems engineering documentation such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, and Interface Control Documents.

  • Requirements Management: Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure compatibility with defined system architecture(s) like DoDAF and SOA.

  • Requirements Development: Assist in developing system requirements, functional requirements, and their allocation to hardware, software, facility, and personnel components.

  • Coordination: Coordinate the resolution of action items from Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews that require cross-discipline coordination.

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.

    • Alternatively, five (5) years of SE experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.

  • Certification: IAT Level II certification such as Security .

Desired:

  • Proven experience in network security and systems engineering.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

  • Familiarity with government contracting and compliance requirements.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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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.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

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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:

$66,700 - $133,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity 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 other protected characteristic.

Salary : $66,700 - $133,300

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