Space Systems Cyber Security Engineer - Junior

Job Title: Space Systems Cyber Security Engineer - Junior 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: Local Anticipated Posting End: 10/1/2026 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 through the execution of modification projects and coordination of vulnerability remediation. 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 Support cybersecurity professionals in reviewing multiple RMF packages and risk assessments across mission systems supporting the Data Transport and Receive Network (DTRN) (e.g., SCN, SCN Test Lab, Orbital Analysis Subsystem). Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks across hardware, software, and network layers. Assist development of security design artifacts in coordination with program requirements. Support automated vulnerability and configuration management through use of provided scripts, scanning tools (ACAS, Nessus, EvaluateSTIG, Ansible), and CI/CD integration where applicable. Conduct STIG scans and vulnerability identification across OS, firmware, and network devices. Support completion cybersecurity documentation within configuration control. Support continuous monitoring strategies to maintain ATO and respond to evolving threats. Support incident response procedures and reporting. Demonstrate the following traits: data analysis skills, critical thinking, strong customer focus, self-motivated, desire to learn, effective and professional interpersonal skills, pride in work, strong team player, and hardworking. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+, CASP+, CISSP). Desired: Experience working with DoD programs or systems operating in IL4/IL5/IL6 environments. Experience with AWS GovCloud, Cross Domain, Endpoint Security Service, Firewall. 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. $53,100-$106,300 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr