Forward Deployed Engineer – Implementation Focus

Second Front Systems

Forward Deployed Engineer responsible for customer deployment implementations at Second Front Systems. Engaging with technical teams to ensure success on GameWarden platforms.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado, Maryland, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $119,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesLinuxTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key member of the owning technical aspects of direct customer deployment implementations
Develop in-depth technical knowledge of Second Front products and represent 2F internally and externally as a trusted subject matter expert on the Federal team
Identify areas for improvement in our onboarding or customer support processes and engage with product teams to align roadmaps with demand signals
Onboard our customers’ apps into GameWarden for security scanning, deployment configuration and development of accreditation products
Configure and perform customer deployments in the cloud environments
Work with on-premises hardware to prepare and install devices with secure OS and Kubernetes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Act as a vital team contributor, spearheading the technical execution for direct customer platform integrations
Master the technical nuances of our toolset to serve as a high-impact subject matter expert for the Federal division
Self-starter who can thrive independently and in team settings
Strong client-facing operational experience, ideally within the Defense Industrial Base (partnerships, or customer success) who enjoys solving problems with customers to achieve mission success
Hands-on experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure (certified or eager to certify)
Hands-on experience with Linux installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Mid to Senior-level experience in technical roles (software engineering, sales engineering, technical product management) with proven problem-solving skills
Hands-on software development, networking, or DevOps experience with cloud technologies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively in high-pressure environments
Active Security Clearance (TS/SCI) or ability to obtain SCI
Knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices
Ability to support occasional travel up to 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage
401(k) + 3% company contribution
Additional benefit perks (One Medical membership, mental health resources and family planning assistance)
Equity incentive plan
Tech + office supplies stipend
Annual professional development stipend
Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off
Parental leave
Work virtually, near one of our hub locations
Referral Bonus

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cloud Deployment ConfigurationKubernetesSoftware DevelopmentNetworkingTechnical Product ManagementTroubleshootingSecurity ScanningOnboarding ProcessesCustomer SupportProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSelf-StarterTeam CollaborationClient-Facing ExperienceAbility To Thrive In High-Pressure Environments

Certifications

AWS CertificationGCP CertificationAzure CertificationActive Security Clearance (TS/SCI)