CACI International

Cybersecurity Engineer

CACI International$90K — $189K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or Computer Engineering with 7+ years of experience.
  • GPEN, GWAPT, OSCP, or OSWA certifications preferred.
  • Demonstrated intermediate knowledge in Red Team / Offensive Security, Cyber Incident Response, and OSINT data analysis.
  • Experience in operating system internals and hardening (Windows, Linux, macOS).
  • Strong Linux experience focused on network and data protection.
  • Knowledge of Splunk for log analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Support both defensive and offensive cybersecurity initiatives in a team setting.
  • Conduct and report on security assessments including white, gray, or black-box tests.
  • Draft and maintain various technical documentation like manuals and incident response plans.
  • Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all business levels.
  • Communicate technical topics clearly through presentations and written documentation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare and wellness benefits.
  • Financial and retirement support options.
  • Family support initiatives.
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
  • Generous time off benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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Responsibilities:

  • Work in a team‑centric environment to support defensive and offensive cybersecurity initiatives

  • Conduct white, gray, or black‑box security assessments and produce detailed findings and recommendations

  • Draft and maintain technical documentation, including technical manuals, installation guides, procedures, and incident response plans

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across all business levels

  • Deliver clear presentations and written/oral communication on technical topics


Qualifications:

Required: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or Computer Engineering and at least 7 years of relevant experience

  • GPEN, GWAPT, OSCP, or OSWA preferred

Demonstrated intermediate‑level knowledge in at least three of the following:

  • Red Team / Offensive Security

  • Cyber Incident Response

  • Operating system internals and hardening (Windows, Linux, macOS)

  • OSINT data analysis

  • Secure development processes and practices

  • Vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and remediation

  • Risk management and mitigation strategies

  • Development of security tools, automation, or frameworks

  • Strong Linux experience focused on protecting networks, devices, programs, and data

  • Working knowledge of Splunk for log analysis



Desired:

  • Secret or Top‑Secret clearance (desired but not required)

  • Programming experience in Python, JavaScript, Go, or .NET

  • CISSP or CCSP

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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.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300-$189,600

About CACI International

CACI International Inc is a multinational professional services and information technology company. It provides services to many branches of the federal government including defense, homeland security, intelligence, and healthcare. CACI has approximately 23,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to provide enterprise and mission technology services and solutions that best fit the needs of its customers. CACI has been named a Fortune World's Most Admired Company, a Washington Post Top Workplace, and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity.
Learn more about CACI International
Size
22,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$374.4 million
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+7.3%
Revenue
$5.8 billion
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