IT Systems Engineer (SE)
Company websitecaci.com (CACI, opens in new tab)
Base salary $113,200 to $237,800
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Chantilly, VA
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- LocationChantilly, VA
- WorkplaceOn-site
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT System Engineer (SE) to join our technical team. As an IT System Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure that powers our operations. Your expertise will ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of our IT systems. This role requires a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of system architecture, network management requirement management processes. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with capturing customer requirements, designing and implementing enterprise level system such as ServiceNow.
Responsibilities:
• Design and develop ServiceNow system architecture, including hardware and software components, to meet functional requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze, and manage system requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Document system requirements, configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Install, configure, and deploy server resources provided by third-party cloud services. and software updates.
• Create technical documentation for system configurations and maintaining system-related reports.
• Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols for all designed and developed that ensures detailed project documentation.
• Document all system configuration changes in accordance with Information Systems Security best practices.
Required Qualifications:
• An Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related technical field; or 4 years of additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification or be able to obtain certification within 3 months of hire
• ServiceNow CSA certification or able to complete CSA training within 3 months of hire.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in design, development, and implementation of software systems (Custom, COTS, GOTS), applications, and related products.
• Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter.
• Strong documentation and verbal communication skills to collaborate with and convey focused messages to stakeholders, customers, domain experts, program managers and teammates encompassing architecture, high-level and detail system designs.
• Experience in deploying, configuring and maintaining enterprise level IT systems such as ServiceNow.
• Experience deploying cloud-based enterprise level applications such as in AWS and Azure.
• Experience with Linux administration and deployed Linux based systems
• Experience with system upgrades, patching and regular IT system maintenance
• Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Ability to prioritize and manage work to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Coordinate with deployment team for approved release packages and break-fix solutions on ServiceNow in accordance with Configuration, Change, and Release Management policies and procedures
• Develop installation instructions and supporting documentation to affect system design deployments
• Work with a team to provide technical input in the areas of system design, installation, configuration, tuning, capacity planning, troubleshooting, and problem resolution
• Patches cloud servers and applications, configures software, responds to service outages, monitors system performance, and troubleshoots systems issues
Desired Qualifications:
• ITIL v4
• AWS Architect certification
• ServiceNow Admin certification
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:
$113,200 - $237,800CACI 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.
Source: CACI on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($113,200) is above 11% of the 521 Software Engineering roles in Virginia listed on this site; 7 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $160,000; the middle half runs from $131,300 to $179,400.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingIT Systems Engineer (SE)$113,200 to $237,800
Senior DevSecOps Engineer$113,200 to $237,800
Computer Network Operator, Senior$113,200 to $237,800
Cyber Security Analyst$113,200 to $237,800
Engineering Team Lead$113,200 to $237,800
Full Stack Developer, Senior$113,200 to $237,800
Senior Embedded Software Engineer$113,200 to $237,800
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| IT Systems Engineer (SE) (this listing) | $113,200 - $237,800 |
| Senior DevSecOps Engineer | $113,200 - $237,800 |
| Computer Network Operator, Senior | $113,200 - $237,800 |
| Cyber Security Analyst | $113,200 - $237,800 |
| Engineering Team Lead | $113,200 - $237,800 |
| Full Stack Developer, Senior | $113,200 - $237,800 |
| Senior Embedded Software Engineer | $113,200 - $237,800 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-09
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Chantilly, VA, US
$113,200 - $237,800
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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