[Remote] Forward Deployed Platform Engineer at Second Front Systems

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Defense, National Security, Government TechnologyIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Platform EngineeringSoftware DeploymentInfrastructure ManagementTroubleshootingSystem DeploymentTechnical ExpertiseSaaS SolutionsNational SecurityGovernment EnvironmentsDefense Sector

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote, and what are the location requirements?

This is a full-time remote position, but candidates must reside in one of the approved hiring hubs: DC/Maryland/Virginia, Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill NC, Denver/Colorado Springs CO, or Dallas/Fort Worth TX. The role may require working directly with clients at their on-site locations as needed.

What are the key skills and experience required for this role?

The role requires extensive experience in deploying, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex software and infrastructure systems in government or defense environments, hands-on experience with secure system deployments in classified settings, and knowledge of government security standards like FedRAMP and NIST.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Second Front Systems?

The company thrives on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security, and values ingenuity, collaboration, and impact in a mission-driven team.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates will have U.S. citizenship, reside in an approved hiring hub, and bring extensive hands-on experience deploying and troubleshooting systems in secure government or defense environments.

Second Front Systems

DevSecOps platform for government software deployment

About Second Front Systems

Second Front Systems connects the commercial software industry with U.S. government defense and national security sectors. Its main product, Game Warden, is a managed DevSecOps platform that simplifies the process of getting commercial software approved for government use. By integrating security practices into the software development lifecycle, Game Warden helps speed up the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process, ensuring that software meets government security standards for faster deployment. Unlike competitors, Second Front Systems focuses specifically on the needs of defense and national security professionals, providing a subscription-based service that includes ongoing updates and compliance management. The goal is to enable government agencies and defense contractors to deploy secure software solutions quickly, allowing them to concentrate on their primary missions.

Wilmington, DelawareHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$148MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Consulting, DefenseIndustries

51-200Employees