Junior Systems Engineer - Part Time

Company: MKS2 Technologies
Location: Remote
Type: Part-time
Posted: Aug 19, 2026
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MKS2 Technologies, a veteran-owned government IT solutions company, is hiring a part-time Junior Systems Engineer for a 100% remote role at $36.06/hour, working 18 hours per week. The role focuses on cybersecurity and cloud systems engineering, involving FedRAMP, RMF, and ATO processes. Requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field, at least 2 years of overall experience (1+ in cybersecurity/cloud security within a U.S. government agency), and one of IAT I, IAM I, or IASAE I certifications. Must pass a mid-level background investigation.

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.

Job Title: Part-Time Junior Systems Engineer
Location: 100% Remote
Schedule: 18 hours per week
Pay Rate: $36.06/hour
Security Requirement: Must be able to pass a mid-level background investigation

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Part-Time Junior Systems Engineer to support cybersecurity and systems engineering efforts across cloud and IT environments. This remote role is ideal for professionals with foundational experience in federal cybersecurity frameworks and cloud implementations who are looking to contribute part-time to impactful work in a secure IT environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation of cybersecurity engineering requirements and authorization processes including FedRAMP and RMF.
  • Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of secure IT and Cloud-based systems.
  • Assist with systems engineering activities for large-scale federal and/or commercial Cloud solutions.
  • Participate in Federal Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Authority to Operate (ATO) activities.
  • Ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity policies, processes, and standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet evolving system and security requirements.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in:
    • Business Administration
    • Business Management
    • Cybersecurity
    • Computer Science
    • Information Systems
    • Information Assurance
    • Information Security
    • Information Resource Management
    • Or a related field

Certifications (one or more required):

  • IAT I
  • IAM I
  • IASAE I

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years of overall experience
    • At least 1 year must be in Cybersecurity or Cloud Security within a U.S. Government agency (preferably of similar size/scope to DoD or VA)
  • Practical knowledge of federal IT security standards and frameworks

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.

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About the Company

Name: MKS2 Technologies
Location: United States
Website: https://www.mks2.com

Founded in 2008, MKS2 Technologies is a technology business providing services to the Federal Government and commercial clients. At MKS2 Technologies, we help our clients define their Mission, we use existing and new domain Knowledge, we formulate new client Strategies, and then we implement Solutions.

Client-First Approach We focus on people first—our clients’ and ours. Always.

What Defines Us MKS2 Technologies believes in strong, long-term, win-win relationships and believes that communication has been the key to the success of our projects and for client relationships to grow and prosper.

Trusted Results We have long-standing contacts throughout the science & technology community and across intelligence, national security, and civilian agencies because we have delivered results to our customers.

By The Numbers MKS2 Technologies has operations throughout the U.S. supporting our clients.

Choose MKS2 Key federal agencies rely on MKS2 Technologies to design, implement, sustain, and manage their IT enterprise solutions and cyber security initiatives. Our new and innovative ways of thinking give us the ability to respond quickly to the needs of our customer and the demands of the ever-changing IT landscape.

Founded by a former combat veteran and West Point graduate, MKS2 is built on the values that were instilled from humble beginnings and the values the Army instills in each of its service members; Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage.

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