Founded in 2008, MKS2 Technologies has helped Federal government customers design, implement and sustain mission-focused IT solutions focusing on cyber security support, enterprise application development, and instructional design and training.
MKS2 is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Austin, Texas, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, CO, Monterey, CA, Portland, ME, and Washington, D.C.
Our full-time staff works on Federal services contracts in 49 states, DC, and PR to providing mission-critical support to the Department of Veterans Affairs, The U.S.
Army and the U.S.
Navy.

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MKS2 Technologies is a technology business established in 2008 that provides services to the Federal Government and commercial clients. The company focuses on defining missions, employing domain knowledge, formulating strategies, and implementing solutions. Built on values instilled by its founder, a former combat veteran, MKS2 emphasizes long-term relationships and effective communication to ensure project success. They are known for their expertise in IT enterprise solutions and cybersecurity initiatives, serving various clients across the science and technology sectors.

Founded in 2008, MKS2 Technologies has helped Federal government customers design, implement and sustain mission-focused IT solutions focusing on cyber security support, enterprise application development, and instructional design and training. MKS2 is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Austin, Texas, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, CO, Monterey, CA, Portland, ME, and Washington, D.C. Our full-time staff works on Federal services contracts in 49 states, DC, and PR to providing mission-critical support to the Department of Veterans Affairs, The U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy.

• Supervise contract team and manage task‑order deliverables
• Prepare reports, conduct meetings, and ensure quality/compliance
• Serve as PR SME across analysis, design, development, and production
• Coordinate with stakeholders to meet requirements and timelines

Task Order Manager

Lead high-impact team supporting U.S. Army PRPO on doctrine, organization, and training. Oversee deliverables and apply deep PR expertise across military operations.

software-engineer

• Work in an Agile team alongside other developers, Quality Assurance associates and business systems analyst to create technical solutions for business requirements
• Collaborate with the team to plan the Sprint backlog, story pointing, and break down tasks into smaller, manageable pieces
• Design, Code, Document and Test the solution ensuring that it meets acceptance criteria, does not cause unintended impact and fits within the overall technical architecture. Support your changes through the testing process, assist with test planning, defect resolution and technical system activities. Implement the solution following the established change control process
• Perform unit testing, system testing, and integration testing to ensure code quality and compliance with requirements
• Support deployment activities and post product validations
• Analyze incidents and issues assigned to the team, determine the impact of the issue and come up with solution proposals to formulate the right approach to solve the problem.
• When needed, support the Long Term Care policy administration system, by monitoring the system, resolving failures, job abends, policy related incidents, system defects, and by maintaining the interactions of the application with peripheral systems.
• Perform administrative duties in conjunction with the departmental requirements (participate in meetings, agile ceremonies (Stand Ups, Sprint Planning, Retrospectives etc.), respond to correspondence in a timely manner, provide status updates, review/update/submit tickets, participate in change management activities).

Mainframe Application Developer

Mainframe Application Developer responsible for Agile projects on the CLOAS application. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions and support complex mainframe applications.

security-engineer

• Support mission-critical defense programs, including SLBM systems
• Develop cybersecurity requirements, policy standards, best practices, and procedural guidance for combat systems
• Conduct cybersecurity research, analysis, and coordination across multiple classification levels
• Lead working groups to formulate cybersecurity strategies addressing emerging threats
• Analyze cybersecurity, intelligence, and IT policy gaps affecting combat systems
• Design and document cybersecurity system engineering solutions for tactical platforms
• Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation plans tailored to combat systems
• Create comprehensive documentation covering requirements, gap/threat analysis, system engineering, and risk mitigation
• Utilize or develop Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models for cybersecurity analysis

Cyber Security Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineer supporting defense programs including SLBM systems at MKS2 Technologies. Involves developing cybersecurity requirements and conducting threat analysis for military systems.

• Support Navy afloat and tactical combat systems
• Contribute to the development, assessment, and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and solutions across complex defense systems
• Author DoD Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) artifacts
• Document systems from a cybersecurity perspective using MS Word, Excel, Visio, and other tools
• Derive and document system CONOPS for Mission Assurance Categorization (DoDI 8500.2)
• Recommend and implement logical/physical security solutions for certification and accreditation
• Apply DISA STIGs and NSA security guidance
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between system specs, security requirements, and DoD policies
• Author and revise system requirements to align with DoD security mandates
• Conduct Red Team/Blue Team vulnerability testing using ACAS and other tools
• Plan, execute, and document risk assessments based on known vulnerabilities and threat vectors
• Analyze connectivity and interface security between Navy warfare systems and external equipment
• Serve as ISSO and lead security efforts for assigned systems
• Define and manage Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) Plans
• Execute and document security test results
• Support development of cybersecurity requirements, standards, and procedures for combat systems
• Conduct research and coordination in support of DoD cyber assurance and policy initiatives
• Participate in working groups to develop strategies against emerging cyber threats
• Assist in cybersecurity system engineering, risk analysis, and mitigation planning
• Develop and utilize MBSE models for cybersecurity analysis

Security Engineer

Security Engineer supporting Navy afloat and tactical combat systems cybersecurity. Requires experience with DoD cybersecurity policies and Navy combat systems.

• Conduct Red Team operations and penetration testing in MDE environments
• Debug and reverse engineer software and analyze system logs (Windows Events, Linux syslog, boot logs, dmesg)
• Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in compiled and source code
• Operate and administer systems running HP-UX, UNIX, Solaris, Linux, and Windows
• Apply DISA STIGs and NSA encryption technologies
• Design and implement deceptive technologies (e.g., honeypots)
• Perform static source code analysis and participate in code reviews
• Author recommendations for secure software design and contribute to SSAOM documentation
• Integrate and manage identity and access across hybrid environments using Entra ID
• Extend on-premises Active Directory with cloud identity solutions
• Conduct security research leading to CVE publication
• Participate in Capture the Flag (CTF) exercises (e.g., DEFCON, Hack the Box, OTW)

Security Software Engineer

Security Software Engineer with Red Team penetration testing expertise for advanced cybersecurity operations. Engaging in vulnerability assessments and secure software development for mission-critical systems.

systems-engineer

• Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts for RMF, A&A, and continuous monitoring of Navy systems.
• Manage Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) processes and associated documentation.
• Design and validate secure system architectures using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Direct cyber testing, vulnerability assessments, and compliance analysis using DISA STIGs and NSA guidelines.
• Develop secure configurations using IDS/IPS, HBSS, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), and network appliances.
• Create and maintain DoD A&A artifacts including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Prepare and execute Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) plans and security test procedures.
• Support the acquisition and maintenance of Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) and resolve Interim ATO (IATO) issues.
• Serve as the Information Assurance Officer (IAO) for cybersecurity matters.
• Identify and resolve security design discrepancies to ensure DoD and Navy compliance.
• Develop System Security Authorization Operational Manuals (SSAOMs).
• Apply DoD cybersecurity policies across Navy tactical combat systems.
• For SLBM programs, utilize SSP Validator Handbook experience and support Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) duties.
• Collaborate with customers, security authorities, and project teams to ensure successful system certification.

Senior Security Systems Engineer

Senior Security Systems Engineer leading cybersecurity engineering and compliance for Navy systems. Ensuring adherence to DoD standards and securing tactical systems with a collaborative approach.

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