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M9 Solutions

Federal IT services: software, cloud, security

Field Service Representative Build & Configure Engineer

Full-TimePosted on 10/15/2026
$175k - $190k
Mid
San Diego, CA, USA
In Person
IT OperationsSystem Administration
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • An active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • A strong technical background, ideally in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting on-premises server deployments.
  • Background in Linux system configuration and management, with comfort working directly on the Linux command line.
  • Experience configuring enterprise servers, both hardware and software.
  • Experience configuring and debugging IPv4 networks, including static IP assignment, routing, and network address translation.
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating complex technical work across multiple teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
  • Comfort operating in classified government environments and navigating government lab protocols.
  • Strong communication skills, including status reporting, feedback gathering, and troubleshooting with technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience with edge hardware deployment or government hardware build and configure operations.
  • Technical fluency in areas such as Python, SQL, or Spark, sufficient to understand platform behavior and engage credibly with engineers.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the build and configuration of software on government-owned hardware in a government-owned facility.
  • Configure and validate enterprise server hardware and software, including operating system installation, network configuration, and system-level troubleshooting.
  • Maintain and manage build schedules across concurrent work streams, ensuring work does not stall for lack of an owner.
  • Map key technical and procedural processes and verify they are executed correctly with U.S. Government and associated contracted personnel.
  • Record and report progress on ongoing builds, serving as the single source of truth on status for all stakeholders.
  • Liaise day-to-day with government and contract officials in the lab.
  • Coordinate across external vendors, internal teams, and remote engineers, relaying technical issues and carrying feedback in both directions.
  • Surface questions, blockers, and feedback from government stakeholders and route them to the appropriate owners.
  • Train new personnel on lab processes and procedures as the team grows.
  • Deliver training in desk-side, classroom, and one-to-one settings to analysts and operators.
  • Provide operational and technical feedback to government stakeholders and engineers in other locations.
  • Support incoming technical requests from government personnel and coordinate related responses, support, and training as needed.

About the company

M9 Solutions provides IT services and solutions to the Federal Government. It focuses on software development, cloud migration and infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery, and data analytics. Its products and services work by mobilizing skilled people and technologies to design, build, secure, and operate digital systems that improve performance and enable modern, sustainable change for government agencies. The company differentiates itself through its combination of domain expertise in federal IT, a focus on secure and stable technology delivery, and its commitment to delivering the digital future by aligning talent with mission needs. The goal is to help public sector organizations achieve better outcomes, resilient operations, and ongoing modernization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 website updates show continued investment in cloud, cybersecurity, and analytics capabilities.
  • July 2026 HigherGov shows fresh subcontract work on IRS CADE2 support.
  • The NTIS partnership and 2026 updates signal active positioning for data-migration demand.

What critics are saying

  • No recent prime awards surfaced; FY2026 federal activity looks thin and subcontract-heavy.
  • Sean DuGuay left in December 2024, weakening growth leadership continuity.
  • Heavy reliance on Treasury and Accenture programs makes one recompete a major blow.

What makes M9 Solutions unique

  • Founded 2007, M9 serves 35 federal agencies with cleared mission-ready talent.
  • Its NTIS joint venture targets government data innovation and modernization.
  • It combines cloud, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, AI/ML, and workforce solutions under one small-business platform.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • PTO/vacation
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Wellness Program
  • Mental Health Support
  • Conference Attendance Budget

Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 25th, 2023
Former Capgemini Executive Sean DuGuay Joins IT Services Provider M9 Solutions as President & CRO

Sean DuGuay, former Principal of National Security and Defense at Gapgemini Government Solutions, has joined M9 Solutions as President and Chief Revenue Officer, the information technology services and solutions provider announced on Friday.

PR Newswire
May 20th, 2022
M9 Solutions hires David Callner as Executive Team

M9 Solutions is pleased to welcome Chief Growth Officer David Callner to the Executive Team.