Lead Tenable Engineer

CACI International Inc

. Build, improve, modernize, and maintain the implementation of a new Tenable architecture for the Department of the Air Force .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $105,100 - $231,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in developing and maintaining Tenable Assured Compliance Assessment Solutions (ACAS) and Red Hat Linux operating systems, with a strong focus on automation and process improvement. Proven ability to collaborate with technical teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders in a Department of Defense environment.

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Tenable ACAS SolutionsRed Hat Linux Operating SystemsKubernetes Deployment and AutomationDevOps Tools and AutomationCISSP or DoD 8140 Certification

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Hard Skills

Tenable ACAS DevelopmentRed Hat Linux AdministrationKubernetes ImplementationAutomation ScriptingTechnical Issue InvestigationProcess ImprovementTopology and Flow Diagram DevelopmentProject Integrated Master Schedule DevelopmentContinuous Improvement IdentificationEnterprise Application Deployment

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationBriefing and Presentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

RHEL SatelliteRHEL AnsibleAzureVMware Hypervisors

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPDoD 8140 Certification

Industry Keywords

Department of the Air ForceDepartment of DefenseSecurity ClearanceModernization TeamTechnical Engineers

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAzureKubernetesLinuxVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, improve, modernize, and maintain the implementation of a new Tenable architecture for the Department of the Air Force
Work with the Modernization Team, ACAS Solution Architect, Chief Architect, and Chief Engineer to develop the ACAS Solution
Report to the ACAS Project Manager
Manage and perform work with technical engineers on the modernization team to advance modernization design build, test, and deployment tasks
Develop, improve, and maintain the Tenable Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
Aid development of the Project Integrated Master Schedule in conjunction with the ACAS Engineering Lead
Identify technical continuous improvement and project execution efficiencies
Develop and implement improvements to existing processes and practices
Conduct investigations to determine root cause of technical issues
Develop topology and flow diagrams with technical staff
Develop and brief solution presentation material to internal program and Engineering teams
Develop automation scripts and code efficiencies
Perform and maintain an Enterprise Red Hat Linux Operating Infrastructure with integrations into RHEL Satellite and RHEL Ansible
Deploy and maintain Kubernetes containers within Azure and VMware Hypervisors
Pass all Department of the Air Force internal Gate Reviews without rejection
White-board the solution ad hoc with the project team without referencing existing solution materials
Implement identified process improvement per quarter

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
15+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable field may be substituted for 5 years of experience
10+ years of experience with ACAS Solutions; Tenable preferred with a minimum of 7 years of direct experience
5+ years of experience deploying, automating, and hardening Red Hat Linux operating systems
3+ years of experience with DevOps tools and automation
2+ years of experience implementing enterprise applications in Kubernetes and building out Kubernetes in an enterprise environment
1+ years of experience supporting the Department of Defense
Excellent communication skills with experience briefing internal project team members and DAF stakeholders
One of the following certifications: CISSP or equivalent DoD 8140 Certification Compliance as a Tenable Solution Architect
Up to 10% travel required
Ability to work in the Continental US

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off benefit
Robust learning resources
Competitive compensation
Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Family support benefits
Continuing education benefits
Time off benefits
Flexible work arrangements to balance quality work and personal lives