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Cyber Security Engineer

CACI
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2026
Cyber Security Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

Anticipated Posting End: 7/1/2026

The Opportunity
Join CACI, a leader in providing innovative solutions for the nation’s most critical missions, as a Cyber Security Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in enhancing the cybersecurity posture of our Space Mission Systems. Your expertise will be instrumental in implementing robust cybersecurity practices and standards, ensuring the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of the DoD Satellite Control Network (SCN) to include both sustainment and modernization of current mission systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in system design reviews to ensure security-by-design is embedded into all configurations.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks across hardware, software, and network layers.
  • Develop security design artifacts in coordination with program requirements.
  • Automate vulnerability and configuration management through scripts, scanning tools (ACAS, Nessus, OpenSCAP), and CI/CD integration where applicable.
  • Conduct STIG scans and vulnerability remediation across OS, firmware, and network devices.
  • Maintain complete cybersecurity documentation within configuration control.
  • Implement continuous monitoring strategies to maintain ATO and respond to evolving threats.
  • Support incident response procedures and reporting.


Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of related Cyber Security experience.
  • Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security , CASP , CISSP).
  • Experience with ACAS
  • Active DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance.


Desired:

  • Experience working with DoD programs or systems operating in IL4/IL5/IL6 environments.
  • Experience with AWS GovCloud, Cross Domain

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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.

Learn more about CACI here.

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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. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$63,300-$129,700

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 : $63,300 - $129,700

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