IT Network Engineer

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Albuquerque, NM, USA
In-Office
72K-150K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting • Defense
The Role
Designs, installs, configures, integrates, and maintains LAN, WAN, deployable, satellite, telephony, and VTC network systems across operational environments. Conducts site surveys and capability analyses, configures routers, switches, and firewalls, verifies DoD compliance, develops technical documentation, supports system upgrades and testing, and ensures network time synchronization. Requires an active Top Secret clearance, DoD 8140 Level II certification, and 6–8 years of network engineering experience.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: IT Network Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an experienced IT Network Engineering professional to support mission‑critical communications and network infrastructure across dynamic operational environments. In this role, you will design, install, configure, and maintain advanced networking and communications systems while ensuring compliance with DoD standards and contributing to a highly collaborative technical team.

You will support operational readiness by performing site surveys, conducting capability analyses, developing engineering documentation, and coordinating system upgrades with cross‑functional teams. This position offers the opportunity to impact critical national security missions while working with cutting‑edge technologies.


Responsibilities:
  • Install and configure a wide range of communications and networking systems, including LANs, WANs, deployable networks supporting satellite terminals, telephony, and VTC systems.
  • Integrate network equipment across transportable, mobile, and fixed-site operations centers.
  • Install and configure routers, switches, and firewalls; terminate network cabling and implement communication infrastructure.
  • Conduct site surveys and perform capability analyses for Operations Centers (OC).
  • Verify compliance with established installation standards and engineering best practices.
  • Design and implement networking/communications suite equipment.
  • Develop technical documentation including drawings, user guides, rack elevations, pin-outs, test plans, procedures, and maintenance manuals.
  • Collaborate with development and test teams to support system upgrades and testing cycles.
  • Configure and verify Network Time Protocol (NTP) accuracy and timing synchronization.
  • Contribute effectively within a team environment and support mission-driven engineering tasks.

Qualifications:
Required:
  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
  • Active Top Secret.
  • 6–8 years of demonstrated experience supporting DoD or other federal agencies in a network engineering capacity.
  • DoD 8140 Level II Certification.
  • Experience running manual STIG checklists and applying appropriate remediation actions.
Desired:
  • 10+ years supporting mobile tactical networks for OCONUS‑deployed DoD personnel.
  • Cisco Networking Certifications (e.g., CCNA or higher).
  • Active TS/SCI clearance.

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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.

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:

$71,500 - $150,200

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
  • Active Top Secret security clearance
  • 6–8 years of network engineering experience supporting DoD or other federal agencies
  • DoD 8140 Level II certification
  • Experience running manual STIG checklists and applying remediation actions
  • 10+ years supporting mobile tactical networks for OCONUS-deployed DoD personnel
  • Cisco networking certification, such as CCNA or higher
  • Active TS/SCI clearance

CACI International Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CACI International Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by CACI International Inc.

  • Healthcare Strength — Pay is supported by a broad set of health-plan options across multiple national carriers, with telemedicine and tax-advantaged accounts included. Dental and vision choices are also described as multi-option, which strengthens overall coverage breadth.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off is available for many salaried-exempt roles, while hourly roles accrue PTO, creating multiple time-off pathways by employment class. Paid disability coverage, fixed holidays, and paid leave programs (including parental leave and other leave types) further round out time-off and leave coverage.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) match structure described as 50% up to 8% of pay (effective 4%) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a discount. Tuition reimbursement and certification support also add to the overall rewards package that complements core retirement benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
17,673 Employees
Year Founded: 1962

What We Do

CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.

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