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MKS2 Technologies

Federal IT solutions including cyber security

Field Office Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$80k - $85k/yr
Mid, Senior
Associate's
Wilmington, NC, USA
In PersonOnsite role; travel between designated government office locations is required.
IT OperationsIT Service Desk & End User Support

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is required; equivalent combinations of education, military training, and relevant experience may be considered.
  • Three to seven years of experience in desktop support, field services, IT operations, or help desk environments.
  • Experience troubleshooting Windows workstations and enterprise software applications.
  • Experience supporting network connectivity and peripheral devices.
  • Experience supporting conference room and audiovisual technologies.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows 10/11.
  • Experience administering and supporting Microsoft 365.
  • Experience providing Active Directory user support.
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals.
  • Experience supporting VPN connectivity.
  • Experience with hardware deployment and troubleshooting.
  • Experience supporting mobile devices.
  • Experience with service desk and ticketing systems.
  • Experience with IT asset management.
  • Ability to travel between government office locations as required.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain any required government credentials or clearances.
  • Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct onsite IT infrastructure assessments and equipment wellness checks.
  • Evaluate network performance and identify issues impacting productivity or connectivity.
  • Assess workstation, printer, peripheral, and communications equipment functionality.
  • Verify system configurations comply with government IT standards and security requirements.
  • Document findings and provide recommendations for improvements.
  • Assist with technology refresh initiatives and hardware replacement activities.
  • Provide hands-on technical support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, docking stations, printers, and other peripherals.
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network-related issues.
  • Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and enterprise applications.
  • Support Microsoft Windows and Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Assist users with account access, connectivity issues, application support, and device troubleshooting.
  • Ensure end-user devices remain secure, updated, and compliant.
  • Inspect and test conference room technologies for operational readiness.
  • Troubleshoot audiovisual equipment, displays, video conferencing systems, microphones, speakers, and collaboration platforms.
  • Ensure meeting spaces are functioning properly and ready to support mission-critical operations.
  • Coordinate repairs and replacement of defective collaboration equipment.
  • Perform network connectivity and performance testing.
  • Analyze bandwidth utilization, wireless coverage, and connection reliability.
  • Assist technical teams in resolving network-related issues.
  • Validate proper operation of switches, wireless access points, and communications equipment.
  • Document observations and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support government IT asset tracking and inventory accountability efforts.
  • Provide guidance regarding approved IT equipment disposal and decommissioning procedures.
  • Assist in conducting user training related to equipment retirement and disposal requirements.
  • Ensure proper documentation and compliance throughout the equipment lifecycle.
  • Assist end users with creating, updating, and tracking IT service tickets.
  • Escalate issues to higher-tier support teams when required.
  • Communicate status updates and expected resolution timelines to customers.
  • Maintain accurate records of support activities and troubleshooting efforts.
  • Deliver customer support to diverse user populations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working in a government or highly regulated environment.
  • CompTIA A+ certification.
  • CompTIA Network+ certification.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • ITIL Foundation certification.
  • Microsoft Certified Professional certifications.

About the company

MKS2 Technologies provides mission-focused IT services to federal government clients, including cyber security support, enterprise application development, and instructional design and training. It designs, implements, and sustains IT solutions for agencies such as the Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Army, and the U.S. Navy, with staff working across 49 states, DC, and Puerto Rico. The company combines consulting, software development, and training services to meet specific mission needs, supported by its SDVOSB status and regional offices. Its goal is to help federal agencies protect missions, modernize IT, and train personnel to operate secure, reliable information systems.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2008

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The Army TAP award gives MKS2 five years of predictable federal revenue.
  • 2026 website updates show active government IT, remote, Arizona, and Colorado hiring.
  • Federal service demand from VA, Army, and Navy sustains cross-agency expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The $221 million Army TAP contract concentrates revenue through 2028.
  • A TAP recompete or protest in 2028 can crush MKS2's core business.
  • Big integrators like Leidos and Booz Allen outscale MKS2 in federal capture.

What makes MKS2 Technologies unique

  • MKS2 is an SDVOSB delivering federal IT, cyber, and training services since 2008.
  • Its Army TAP win spans 500,000 soldiers across 50-plus locations worldwide.
  • Austin headquarters and 49-state staffing support national federal contract execution.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Company Match

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