Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Defense & National Security, Human ResourcesIndustries

Senior HR Generalist

Employment Type: Full-Time - Remote Salary: $135,000 - $158,000 a year Location Type: Remote Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements.


Position Overview

Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious and visionary Senior HR Generalist to join our mission-driven team. We are a dynamic, fast-growing entrepreneurial company at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower our nation’s defenders. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a company that is redefining the way software is delivered and secured in the defense sector.

At 2F, we thrive on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security. You will be at the forefront of driving the people strategy behind the deployment and scaling of our revolutionary Game Warden platform—an industry-leading tool that is accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government. If you’re ready to contribute to a team that values ingenuity, collaboration, and impact, we want to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Senior HR Generalist to help build and scale a best-in-class employee experience at 2F. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers across the company, driving core HR processes such as onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. You’ll also help ensure our HR practices align with federal contracting requirements, remote workforce needs, and our high-performance culture.

This role reports to the Director of People & Talent and partners closely with Recruiting, Finance, Security, and Department Leads.


Responsibilities

  • Own and improve onboarding, offboarding, job changes, and leave processes across the organization.
  • Serve as a resource for managers and employees on topics like performance, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and employee engagement.
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition and Finance to operationalize geofenced hiring strategies across designated hub locations, ensuring alignment with workforce planning goals.
  • Maintain and evolve compensation bands based on geography, working with external benchmarking tools and internal equity considerations.
  • Ensure HR practices are compliant with employment laws, federal contract standards (e.g., NISPOM, FCL), and multi-state requirements.
  • Conduct investigations, facilitate resolution of employee concerns, and support a fair and inclusive workplace.
  • Build and run performance management system and cycles, track feedback trends, and support manager development efforts.
  • Maintain accurate records in HR systems (Justworks, Ashby, Carta, etc.), support audits, and assist with benefits administration.
  • Support People initiatives like engagement surveys, recognition programs, and internal communications.

Skills and Qualifications

Skills You’ll Bring to Our Team:

  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a high-growth or fast-paced environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of employment law and multi-state HR compliance (experience with cleared environments or GovCon a plus).
  • Previous experience driving and supporting performance management cycles that promote accountability, continuous feedback, and growth—partnering with managers to ensure clear goal-setting, timely reviews, and effective development conversations.
  • Confident handling sensitive employee issues with empathy, discretion, and professionalism.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; thrives in a remote-first, asynchronous environment.
  • Comfortable using modern HR platforms (Justworks, Ashby, Carta, Lattice).
  • A self-starter with a people-first mindset and passion for building scalable HR practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a defense tech, SaaS, or GovCon startup.
  • Familiarity with security clearance processes, EEO/AA/OFCCP requirements, or federal contract labor standards.
  • SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent certification a plus.

Company Information

Second Front Systems (2F) is a dynamic, fast-growing entrepreneurial company at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower our nation’s defenders. We are redefining the way software is delivered and secured in the defense sector. We thrive on innovation and purpose, combining a startup’s agility with a clear mission to support national security. Our revolutionary Game Warden platform is an industry-leading tool that is accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government. We value ingenuity, collaboration, and impact.

Skills

HR processes
onboarding
offboarding
employee relations
performance management
compliance
federal contracting
remote workforce management
employee engagement
conflict resolution
policy interpretation

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

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Wellness Program
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Competition from GitLab and AWS may impact market share.
Reliance on major investors like Salesforce Ventures poses financial risks.
Rapid scaling could lead to operational challenges if not managed well.

Differentiation

Game Warden accelerates secure SaaS delivery to U.S. government clients.
Second Front Systems bridges commercial software and U.S. defense sectors.
Focus on DevSecOps ensures compliance with stringent government security standards.

Upsides

$70M Series C funding supports growth and scaling efforts.
Partnerships with AWS and Google Cloud expand platform capabilities.
Increased government focus on cybersecurity boosts demand for secure solutions.

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