Senior Systems Engineer / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

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Fort Meade, MD, USA
In-Office
132K-290K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting • Defense
The Role
Lead systems engineering and information security activities across the full system lifecycle. Serve as the security coordinator for assigned products, manage security authorization and SSP reauthorization activities, support cloud migration, and ensure technical quality across ISO/IEC 15288 processes. The role requires extensive stakeholder communication, technical leadership, and coordination with sponsors, overseers, senior executives, and cloud architecture teams.
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Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Job Category: Engineering

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 CACI as a Systems Engineer with an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) focus, where you will play a key role in ensuring the security, integrity, and reliability of mission‑critical systems. You will apply systems engineering principles across the full system lifecycle—from concept through retirement—while partnering closely with stakeholders, technical teams, and senior leadership. This role offers the chance to directly influence secure system design, support cloud modernization efforts, and guide programs through key security authorization activities.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary liaison ensuring clear communication and alignment across teams.

  • Act as the security coordinator for all assigned products, including STE/STN activities, SSP reauthorization, and accessibility (508) compliance.

  • Collaborate with the cloud architecture team to support cloud migration and integration efforts.

  • Provide systems engineering expertise across all ISO/IEC 15288 process areas and maintain accountability for the technical quality, integrity, and completeness of associated deliverables.

  • Communicate effectively with sponsors, overseers, and senior executives to address engineering considerations and resolve technical issues.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

  • 20+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity.

  • Proven ability to plan, lead, and execute systems engineering efforts.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related field.

    • May substitute 5 additional years of systems engineering experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.)

Desired:

  • Experience working in hybrid SE/ISSO roles

  • Familiarity with cloud technologies and cloud migration initiatives

  • Strong communication skills with experience interfacing with senior government or program stakeholders

  • Knowledge of ISO/IEC 15288 processes and lifecycle management best practices.

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.

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:

$131,800 - $290,000

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

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance
  • 20 or more years of systems engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Ability to plan, lead, and execute systems engineering efforts
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related field
  • Five additional years of systems engineering experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree
  • Experience in hybrid systems engineering and ISSO roles
  • Familiarity with cloud technologies and cloud migration initiatives
  • Strong communication skills with senior government or program stakeholders
  • Knowledge of ISO/IEC 15288 processes and lifecycle management best practices

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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