ABOUT THE ROLE

Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an ambitious and motivated Senior Federal Solutions Architect (SA) 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.

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 technical adoption and scaling of our revolutionary Game Warden platform—an industry-leading tool accelerating the secure adoption of mission-critical SaaS solutions for the U.S. government.

We are growing quickly and need an experienced Federal Solutions Architect to play a key role in helping to secure future business and partnership initiatives. The SA will represent 2F as a technical SME during customer and market-facing engagements and collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, product, customer success, business development, and government engagement teams.

Note: This role requires U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements. Additionally, candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs:

• DC/Maryland/Virginia

• Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC

• Denver/Colorado Springs, CO

• Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

What You’ll Do

As a Federal Solutions Architect, you will drive technical engagements with CEOs, CTOs, engineering directors, and software engineers, inspiring confidence in our team and products throughout the entire customer journey. Specific responsibilities include:

• Serve as a key member of the Global Public Sector team, owning technical aspects of direct customer engagements

• Participate in go-to-market efforts including introduction calls, technical sales presentations, RFP/RFI responses, product demos, architecture design sessions, and technical workshops

• Develop in-depth technical knowledge of Second Front products and represent 2F internally and externally as a trusted SME

• Track customer feedback and engage with product teams to align roadmaps with demand signals

• Support business development efforts by developing/reviewing marketing content (blogs, posts, technical documentation)

Skills You’ll Bring to Our Team

• Self-starter who can thrive independently and in team settings

• Strong client-facing experience, ideally within the Defense Industrial Base (sales, partnerships, BD, or customer success)

• Hands-on experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure (certified or eager to certify)

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a federal/government-facing solutions architect role

• Strong track record supporting complex enterprise SaaS customers

• Experience communicating and influencing at all levels of an organization

• Cybersecurity knowledge or certifications (e.g., Security+)

• Familiarity with 2F’s tech stack: AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Istio, Git, GitLab, Terraform, relational databases

• Knowledge of DevSecOps tools and practices

• Active Security Clearance (TS/SCI)

• Ability to travel up to 25%

The expected base salary range for this role is $220,000 – $250,000. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, level, and geographic location. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and equity grants as part of the total compensation package.

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

Perks & Benefits

This role is full time. As a public benefit corporation, we’re a team of purpose-driven trailblazers transforming the future of U.S. national security. We hire the best to do their best and, as such, we are committed to providing the perks and benefits you need to be successful—both in- and outside the workplace.

We offer you:

• Competitive Salary

• 100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage

• 401(k) + 3% company contribution

• Equity incentive plan

• Tech + office supplies stipend

• Annual professional development stipend

• Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off

• Parental leave

• Work from anywhere

• Referral Bonus

Visit our careers page to learn more.

Who We Are

Second Front Systems (2F) is a public-benefit software company powering software for the free world. We eliminate the friction that slows innovation, enabling faster, more secure development and deployment of software across government and regulated networks. Built by national security veterans and backed by top-tier venture capital, our platform is trusted by the world’s leading organizations to cut deployment timelines from years to weeks. We move fast, solve hard problems, and deliver trusted capabilities where they’re needed most. Our work strengthens global security and gives the United States and its allies a lasting competitive advantage. Learn more at secondfront.com.

ONE LAST THING…

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Are you ready to join our team?

To apply, click the “Apply for This Job” button at the top or bottom of this page and complete the application form.

This position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

STATE NOTICES

Colorado:

In accordance with Colorado law, applicants may redact their date of birth, dates of attendance, and dates of graduation from any uploaded documents.

Maryland:

UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT, OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.