{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a2c31874b251496c144e0e70","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a2c31874b251496c144e0e70","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a2c31874b251496c144e0e70","title":"Mid-level Platform Engineer (Remote)","description":"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.\n\nPosition Title: Mid-level Platform Engineer\nLocation: Fully Remote (U.S.)\nEmployment Type: Contract\nPeriod of Performance: Through Mid-November 2026, with potential extension\nPay Range: Tentative Range $130-145K\nPosition Overview\nMKS2 is seeking a Mid-Level PIVOT Engineer to support a dynamic government-focused technology environment. The selected candidate will be responsible for engineering, integration, maintenance, and support activities associated with PIVOT systems and related infrastructure. This role requires a strong technical foundation, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating with cross-functional teams.\nKey Responsibilities\nConfigure, maintain, and support platform components and associated systems.\nTroubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to system performance, availability, and functionality.\nSupport system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.\nMonitor system health and analyze logs to identify and resolve issues proactively.\nCollaborate with engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and customer stakeholders to meet mission requirements.\nDevelop and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and operational procedures.\nParticipate in testing, validation, and deployment activities.\nProvide technical recommendations for system improvements and optimization efforts.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).\n3+ years of experience supporting enterprise IT systems, platform engineering, or systems administration.\nExperience with troubleshooting complex technical environments.\nKnowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems.\nExperience working with virtualization, cloud, networking, or enterprise applications.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to work independently in a remote environment.\nPreferred Qualifications\nPrevious experience supporting federal government or DoD environments.\nFamiliarity with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices.\nExperience with automation and scripting tools.\nIndustry certifications such as Security+, Network+, Azure, AWS, or comparable certifications.\nClearance Requirements\nAbility to obtain and maintain required government credentials or security clearance, if applicable.\nWhy Join MKS2?\nFully remote opportunity\nCollaborative team environment\nMeaningful mission-focused work\nPotential contract extension beyond the current period of performance\nOpportunity to support critical government technology initiatives\nPeriod of Performance: Immediate start through mid-November 2026, with the possibility of extension based on program needs and funding availability.\n\nDiversity 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.","company":"Mks2 Technologies","rawCompany":"mks2 technologies","isRemote":true,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-15T13:35:34.005Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mid-level Platform Engineer (Remote)","description":"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.\n\nPosition Title: Mid-level Platform Engineer\nLocation: Fully Remote (U.S.)\nEmployment Type: Contract\nPeriod of Performance: Through Mid-November 2026, with potential extension\nPay Range: Tentative Range $130-145K\nPosition Overview\nMKS2 is seeking a Mid-Level PIVOT Engineer to support a dynamic government-focused technology environment. The selected candidate will be responsible for engineering, integration, maintenance, and support activities associated with PIVOT systems and related infrastructure. This role requires a strong technical foundation, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating with cross-functional teams.\nKey Responsibilities\nConfigure, maintain, and support platform components and associated systems.\nTroubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to system performance, availability, and functionality.\nSupport system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.\nMonitor system health and analyze logs to identify and resolve issues proactively.\nCollaborate with engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and customer stakeholders to meet mission requirements.\nDevelop and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and operational procedures.\nParticipate in testing, validation, and deployment activities.\nProvide technical recommendations for system improvements and optimization efforts.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).\n3+ years of experience supporting enterprise IT systems, platform engineering, or systems administration.\nExperience with troubleshooting complex technical environments.\nKnowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems.\nExperience working with virtualization, cloud, networking, or enterprise applications.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to work independently in a remote environment.\nPreferred Qualifications\nPrevious experience supporting federal government or DoD environments.\nFamiliarity with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices.\nExperience with automation and scripting tools.\nIndustry certifications such as Security+, Network+, Azure, AWS, or comparable certifications.\nClearance Requirements\nAbility to obtain and maintain required government credentials or security clearance, if applicable.\nWhy Join MKS2?\nFully remote opportunity\nCollaborative team environment\nMeaningful mission-focused work\nPotential contract extension beyond the current period of performance\nOpportunity to support critical government technology initiatives\nPeriod of Performance: Immediate start through mid-November 2026, with the possibility of extension based on program needs and funding availability.\n\nDiversity 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.","datePosted":"2026-08-15T13:35:34.005Z","dateModified":"2026-08-15T13:35:34.005Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mks2 Technologies","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocationType":"TELECOMMUTE","applicantLocationRequirements":{"@type":"Country","name":"US"},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"a2c31874b251496c144e0e70"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a2c31874b251496c144e0e70"}}