Second Front Systems

Customer Support Engineer

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious Customer Support Engineer 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 financial 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.

Note: This position requires U.S. citizenship.


What You’ll Do
  • Provide exceptional technical support to our customers through ticketing systems and chat tools.
  • Troubleshoot customer issues with our products and services, leveraging your knowledge of DevOps principles and practices.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, security, and product) to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems.
  • Document technical solutions and processes to ensure knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
  • Identify and escalate critical issues to the appropriate teams in a timely manner.
  • Proactively research and stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends and technologies.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of our customer support knowledge base.
  • Maintain a positive and professional demeanor while providing excellent customer service.

  • Skills You’ll Bring to Our Team
  • Minimum two years of experience in customer support engineering or technical role.
  • Proven experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues with Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
  • Strong understanding of DevOps principles and practices, including automation, configuration management, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD).
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working with AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Azure, GCP and supporting SAAS applications with complex deployment models.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Proficiency in a variety of technical tools and software (e.g., ticketing systems, knowledge base platforms, collaboration tools.)
  • A passion for technology and a desire to learn and grow.

  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • Ability to communicate, present, and influence credibility and effectively at all levels of the organization.
  • Experience working in a startup environment, demonstrating skills in prioritizing tasks, wearing multiple hats, and working collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
  • Ability to adopt, create, and iterate on changing procedures in near-real timeKnowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices.
  • Ability to obtain DoD 8570 certification.

  • Success at 2F Looks Like:
  • Viewing obstacles as opportunities for growth.
  • Having a bias toward action and tangible, measurable results.
  • Striving to be both compassionate and direct with your feedback.
  • Being team-oriented and inclusive with your actions.