Senior Software Engineer - Cybersecurity & DevOps
Company websitecaci.com (CACI, opens in new tab)
Base salary $131,800 to $290,000
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Linthicum, MD
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- LocationLinthicum, MD
- WorkplaceOn-site
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
The Opportunity
CACI is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join our dynamic team and contribute to critical cybersecurity initiatives! We are seeking a skilled Software Developer with DevOps experience to enhance our Active Network Defense (AND), Computer Network Defense (CND), and Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) capabilities. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our customer systems. If you are passionate about information security and eager to work in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
Develop applications, APIs, scripts, and services.
Work on new requirements, application enhancements, and bug fixes.
Maintain code in a Git repository.
Create DevOps configuration files and scripts.
Assist with escalated customer tickets.
Route, transform, and enrich data.
Collaborate with data source and data destination customers.
Qualifications
Required:
Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
14+ years of experience as a Software Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
API development experience.
Scripting skills (preferably Python).
Proficiency with Git and Jira.
Experience in at least four of the following technologies:
JavaScript
Regular Expressions (RegEx)
REST Services
Python frameworks
Elasticsearch/Splunk
CI/CD processes
Monitoring tools (Nagios, Elastic Beats)
Apache NiFi
React or Angular
DevOps tools (Ansible, Salt, Docker)
Cribl
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:
$131,800 - $290,000CACI 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 ($131,800) is above 48% of the 215 Software Engineering roles in Maryland listed on this site; 13 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $131,800; the middle half runs from $113,200 to $162,000.
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 listingSenior Software Engineer - Cybersecurity & DevOps$131,800 to $290,000
Technical Operator, Expert$131,800 to $290,000
Solutions Architect$131,800 to $290,000
ICAM STS System Engineer$131,800 to $290,000
Sr. Program Manager$131,800 to $290,000
Senior DevOps Software Engineer - Zero Trust ICAM$131,800 to $290,000
System Engineer (Multiple Levels)-TS/SCI with Poly$131,800 to $290,000
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Software Engineer - Cybersecurity & DevOps (this listing) | $131,800 - $290,000 |
| Technical Operator, Expert | $131,800 - $290,000 |
| Solutions Architect | $131,800 - $290,000 |
| ICAM STS System Engineer | $131,800 - $290,000 |
| Sr. Program Manager | $131,800 - $290,000 |
| Senior DevOps Software Engineer - Zero Trust ICAM | $131,800 - $290,000 |
| System Engineer (Multiple Levels)-TS/SCI with Poly | $131,800 - $290,000 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-12
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Linthicum, MD, US
$131,800 - $290,000
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What we verified
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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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