Full-Time

Product Support Engineer

Updated on 8/18/2026

M9 Solutions

M9 Solutions

51-200 employees

Federal IT services: software, cloud, security

Compensation Overview

$60k - $180k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure (1)
Required Skills
Bash
JavaScript
MySQL
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft Windows
SQL
Computer Networking
Java
Linux/Unix

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Requirements
  • An active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance is required.
  • A bachelor's degree is required in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
  • Five years of relevant work experience is required in a client-facing role as a system integrator, system administrator, or system engineer.
  • Ability to read and diagnose issues from log files and system errors.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience administering and troubleshooting Java applications.
  • Knowledge of and comfort with the Linux command line and Bash.
  • Experience with Bash scripting.
  • Ability to read JavaScript.
  • Ability to execute entry-level SQL queries with MySQL or Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience installing, configuring, or maintaining web servers such as Jetty, Apache, or Internet Information Services.
  • Clear understanding of networking, sockets, and web methods.
  • Strong understanding of public key infrastructure, certificates, and key management.
Responsibilities
  • Install, update, configure, administer, troubleshoot, and monitor multiple Linux and Windows virtual machines running open-source and custom Java applications.
  • Work directly with software engineers as needed to fix product bugs and other issues requiring additional support.
  • Test and evaluate new software releases for suitability before deploying them in a production environment.
  • Implement and manage configuration management practices aligned with the client's enterprise.
  • Perform on-site backup and recovery operations, including disaster recovery.
  • Provide direct knowledge of client requirements and ensure that all requirements are documented and relayed correctly.
  • Collaborate with engineers and software developers to vet design solutions and ensure compatibility of system components with the client's environment.
  • Conduct advanced technical troubleshooting to determine which component is failing.
  • Create and maintain standard operating procedures for uncommon or recurring issues.
  • Provide weekly status reports on project status, schedule, and issues encountered.

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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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • M9 completed CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025, improving defense bid eligibility.
  • NTIS joint venture positioning supports access to federal data modernization work.
  • Leadership bench remains intact in 2026 with COO Ethel Formichelli and founder James McKee.

What critics are saying

  • Sean DuGuay left M9 in December 2024 for Aretum, weakening growth leadership.
  • HigherGov shows no recent awards, signaling thin visible demand through August 2025.
  • Without meaningful new contracts, M9 risks becoming a small, replaceable subcontractor by 2026.

What makes M9 Solutions unique

  • M9 Solutions pairs NTIS data innovation support with federal IT services since 2022.
  • M9 Solutions preserved SPRS affirmation after CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025.
  • Founder James McKee still leads; stable ownership supports specialized federal contracting relationships.

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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

Professional Development Budget

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Relocation Assistance

Adoption Assistance

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Parental Leave

Performance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Meal Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Legal Services

Employee Discounts

Company Social Events

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.