About this Mid-level Platform Engineer (Remote) role at MKS2 Technologies
MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.
Location: Fully Remote (U.S.)
Employment Type: Contract
Period of Performance: Through Mid-November 2026, with potential extension
- Configure, maintain, and support platform components and associated systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to system performance, availability, and functionality.
- Support system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.
- Monitor system health and analyze logs to identify and resolve issues proactively.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and customer stakeholders to meet mission requirements.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and operational procedures.
- Participate in testing, validation, and deployment activities.
- Provide technical recommendations for system improvements and optimization efforts.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise IT systems, platform engineering, or systems administration.
- Experience with troubleshooting complex technical environments.
- Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
- Experience working with virtualization, cloud, networking, or enterprise applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Previous experience supporting federal government or DoD environments.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices.
- Experience with automation and scripting tools.
- Industry certifications such as Security+, Network+, Azure, AWS, or comparable certifications.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required government credentials or security clearance, if applicable.
- Fully remote opportunity
- Collaborative team environment
- Meaningful mission-focused work
- Potential contract extension beyond the current period of performance
- Opportunity to support critical government technology initiatives
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
