Security Software Engineer

Job Description

Job 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.

Security Software Engineer

Clearance Requirement : Top Secret clearances; must be SCI eligible

Location : Dahlgren, VA

Position Type : Full-Time

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Software Engineer with Red Team penetration testing expertise to support advanced cybersecurity operations within DoD environments. This role demands a deep understanding of software engineering, penetration testing tools, and secure system architecture across both Linux and Windows platforms. Candidates will contribute to offensive security operations, vulnerability assessments, and secure software development for mission-critical systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience :

5+ years in software engineering applied to program development, modeling, and simulation for DoD or IT systems

COMPTIA Linux+ or FedVTE Linux+

Security Clearance :

Technical Skills & Tools

Core Responsibilities

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.