Full-Time

Systems Architect

Updated on 7/21/2026

CACI

CACI

10,001+ employees

Provides government contracting technology and services

Compensation Overview

$131.8k - $290k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Bethesda, MD, USA

In Person

On-site in Bethesda, MD; TS/SCI with Poly required.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
IT & Security (1)
Required Skills
Agile
ServiceNow
SCRUM
REST APIs

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Requirements
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience and demonstrated knowledge of developing and directing the design, architecture and implementation of data services that include COTS products, security identity and access management services
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience developing System Architecture, Software Architecture and Enterprise Architecture diagrams and associated technical specifications
  • Thorough experience with ServiceNow Configuration Management Database (CMDB)
  • Detailed experience with ServiceNow Common Service Data Model (CSDM)
  • Extensive experience designing/implementing ServiceNow solutions (e.g., ITSM, ITOM, HRSD, CSM)
  • Strong understanding of ServiceNow integrations, APIs, and data modeling
  • Experience working within an agile sprint development team environment using ServiceNow platform
  • Experience establishing enterprise service offerings
  • Ability to creatively collaborate with other program personnel to ensure a unified and well-executed goal
  • Composure and ability to lead with confidence and calmness when faced with competing high-priority projects and difficult decisions and when delivering solutions
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills using MS Word and other tools
  • Excellent presentation development and delivery skills using MS PowerPoint
  • TS/SCI with Poly
  • BA/BS Degree
Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of complex ServiceNow solutions
  • Serve as the technical lead, evaluating deep architectural fit, integration complexity, and whether out-of-the-box functionality meets requirements
  • Identify must-have vs. nice-to-have features across core workflows (e.g., Incident, Change, Asset Management)
  • Act as the liaison with government technical leaders, program leadership and other stakeholders to identify, evaluate and integrate with enterprise service offerings
  • Develop and implement standards for the acquisition, use and maintenance of technology
  • Deliver products in coordination with the agile project delivery teams and participate in briefings with program and government personnel as required
  • Establish and enforce development standards, code reviews, and architectural principles to minimize technical debt and ensure upgrade-readiness
  • Focus on long-term scalability and strategic roadmap alignment
  • Compare the current state against the desired future state, assessing alternative requirements, determining whether excessive custom coding or third-party plugins to match ServiceNow’s breadth
  • Architect integrations with third-party technologies and act as a subject matter expert (SME) on platform capabilities
  • Lead in the creation of architectural blueprints and technical designs that leverage out-of-the-box ServiceNow capabilities while managing necessary customization
Desired Qualifications
  • ITIL 4 Foundation Certification
  • Certified System Administrator (CSA)
  • Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or the Certified Master Architect (CMA)
  • TOGAF Certifications
  • Working knowledge of DoD Architecture Version 2.0 Frameworks
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification

CACI International Inc. provides technology and professional services to U.S. government clients, focusing on national security and modernization. It earns most of its revenue through long-term government contracts that fund engineering, intelligence, logistics, cybersecurity, data analytics, and IT solutions for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Its products and services work by delivering specialized technical expertise, secure systems, and mission-support capabilities that help agencies run operations more efficiently and securely. CACI differentiates itself through its deep domain knowledge in national security, a proven track record of delivering high-quality, reliable solutions, and a skilled workforce that can execute complex, long-duration contracts. The company’s goal is to be a trusted partner for government modernization needs by providing advanced technology solutions and mission support that enhance national security and operational effectiveness.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1962

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What believers are saying

  • SkyValor’s July 13, 2026 Department of War contract moves it into full-rate production for Southern Border deployment.
  • COO Dr. Dave Young’s Lockheed Martin space unit leadership strengthens execution on complex $7B national security programs.
  • The $308M VA contract expands CACI’s federal civilian footprint beyond defense with legacy financial system modernization.

What critics are saying

  • Adversaries will reverse-engineer SkyValor’s 40-mile jamming algorithms within 6–12 months, enabling immediate tactical parity.
  • Lockheed Martin will bid-snipe CACI’s space payload contracts within 9–15 months to satisfy its $7B revenue mandate.
  • The Department of War’s 15% annual price reduction clause compresses hardware margins if cartel drone tech outpaces system updates.

What makes CACI unique

  • SkyValor is the only transportable counter-drone system validated for full joint-force layered defense across Groups 1–5 UAVs.
  • CACI uniquely combines 27,000 specialized national security engineers with proprietary automated sense-and-shoot defeat algorithms.
  • The firm delivers non-kinetic jamming and capture nets that neutralize cellular-enabled 4G/5G drones without collateral damage.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Wellness Program

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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CACI International has closed a $500 million offering of 6.375% unsecured senior notes due in 2033. The notes will be issued as part of the same series as CACI's 6.375% senior notes originally issued in June 2025. The company intends to use the net proceeds to repay indebtedness under its revolving credit facility, which was incurred to finance its acquisition of ARKA Group L.P. and related costs. CACI is a national security company with 27,000 employees. The firm is a member of the Fortune 500, the Russell 1000 Index and the S&P MidCap 400 Index.

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