DevOps Security Engineer
Company: CACI
Location: Cary
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: DevOps Security Engineer Job Category: Information
Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to
Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of
Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local * * * The
Opportunity: Join our team as a DevSecOps?focused Security Engineer
and play a key role in strengthening the security and resilience of
critical defense systems. In this position, you will help modernize
our Authorization to Operate (ATO) process by transitioning it to a
continuous model, ensuring systems remain secure, compliant, and
mission-ready. You’ll work across the full Risk Management
Framework (RMF) lifecycle, support cloud-based system development,
and collaborate closely with engineering teams to integrate
security into every phase of delivery. This is a high-impact
opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is
passionate about advancing modern cybersecurity practices in
support of national defense. Responsibilities: • Develop and
implement DevSecOps pipeline policies that embed security
throughout the software development lifecycle and support
continuous authorization. • Manage the RMF lifecycle for DoD cloud
environments, tracking risks, accreditation status, and
documentation. • Prepare and maintain security documentation,
including System Security Plans (SSP), Test Plans (STP), and Plans
of Action and Milestones (POA&M). • Partner with
cross-functional teams to ensure security considerations are
integrated from design through deployment, providing expert
guidance to engineers and program stakeholders. • Conduct Test and
Evaluation (T&E); validate physical controls; review
hardware/software inventories; analyze system topology and data
flows; and perform on-site assessments. • Lead efforts to modernize
ATO processes, aligning them with current industry standards and
enabling a continuous ATO approach. • Stay up-to-date on
cybersecurity threats, technologies, policies, and cloud trends;
recommend improvements to strengthen the security posture of DoD
cloud systems. Qualifications: Required: • Active DoD TS/SCI
clearance with polygraph • Minimum 7 years of experience with RMF,
JSIG, or ICD 503 processes • Bachelor’s degree in computer science,
IT, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field • Experience
with vulnerability scanning, STIG compliance, SCAP, and SIEM
technologies • Knowledge of Infrastructure?as?Code and scripting
tools such as Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, or Bash • At least 3
years administering DoD cloud environments Desired: • Prior DoD
cybersecurity engineering experience • Familiarity with enclave
architectures and mission system designs • Strong communication
skills and ability to collaborate with program managers,
developers, and system administrators • Vendor?neutral or
cloud?security certifications (e.g., CCSP, CompTIA Cloud, AWS
Security) • Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk and
conducting log analysis • Background in RMF and/or FEDRAMP - 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:
$94,800 - $199,100 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.
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