Innovation and AI Technology Lead
Listed on 2026-09-05
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IT/Tech
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity, IT Project Manager
Job Title:
Innovation and AI Technology Lead
Job Category:
Engineering
Time Type:
Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Top Secret
Employee Type:
Regular
Percentage of
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Type of Travel:
Local
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The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking an Innovation and AI Technology Lead to provide technical leadership for innovations in enterprise systems, network and Cloud operations supporting the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. This position will require an ability to introduce innovations in systems, network, Cloud and Data modernization and enterprise infrastructure engineering activities.
The successful candidate will serve as the senior technical advisor for architecture, design, engineering, performance, security, and operational resilience.
Responsibilities:
Drive technological innovation and strategic planning, provide thought leadership, advise on complex technical challenges, identify emerging technologies, develop strategies to integrate them into operations, and align technology initiatives with organizational goals and operations
Lead enterprise architecture, enterprise application integration, infrastructure engineering, business process reengineering and modernization efforts.
Support Agile methodology, Dev Sec Ops platform and tools, data analytics, data migration and cloud migration and Artificial Intelligence (AI) activities
Direct Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) for systems and network operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, and capacity planning activities.
Support cybersecurity compliance, and continuous monitoring initiatives.
Guide on the adoption and integration of innovative solutions, including cloud, AI, and automation technologies and develop roadmaps for technology adoption, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Lead systems and network architecture and design reviews and technology refresh planning including innovating emerging technology insertion such as AI for improving operations efficiency.
Conduct feasibility studies and market research for evaluating emerging technologies and provide recommendations on innovations and improvements to the Government.
Develop and maintain enterprise architecture and design standards, policies, and documentation.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technology solutions address operational challenges and improve efficiency
Qualifications:
Required –
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
10+ years of technology strategy, innovation, experience with a focus on emerging technologies.
Experience supporting large federal enterprise environments.
Deep expertise in Cisco, Palo Alto, VMware NSX, VPN technologies, routing and switching, Azure and AWS clouds, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation technologies
Experience with Dev Sec Ops , systems, network and Cloud engineering, Infrastructure, data and systems monitoring tools and automation
Experience supporting NIST, RMF, FedRAMP and federal cybersecurity requirements.
Active Top-Secret clearance.
Preferred –
ITIL, PMP, CISSP, or cloud-specific credentials (e.g., AWS, Azure), CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or equivalent certification.
Prior experience supporting the Department of State Bureau of Diplomatic Security and/or Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT) is highly desirable.
Experience supporting both classified and unclassified networks.
Cloud engineering experience in Azure and AWS Gov Cloud environments.
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…
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