Lab Engineer

Lab Engineer

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 Agency. In 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)

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…