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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Designated Support Engineer (DSE) - **Company:** Rocket Software, Inc. - **Location:** Waltham, MA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $97,500.0 - $131,625.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Applications, Bash Shell, Unix, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Kerberos (Protocol), Network Security, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Log Analysis, Public Key Infrastructure, Windows PowerShell, TCP/IP, Terminal Emulators, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Containerization, Kubernetes - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/082d48cd-84d8-48ec-b679-593c394e3d09 ## About the Role Experience: 5 or more years in a technical support customer-facing IT role Linux / Unix: Solid working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems, including command-line troubleshooting and system administration Scripting: Scripting skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell or Perl) for automation and log analysis Containers & Orchestration: Hands-on experience with containerized application deployments, including working knowledge of Kubernetes - cluster management, pod scheduling, resource configuration, and troubleshooting workloads running in containerized environments Networking & Security: Understanding of enterprise networking concepts (TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancers) and security protocols (TLS/SSL, PKI, Kerberos, LDAP) Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working directly with customer IT staff and end users Problem Solving: Methodical approach to troubleshooting complex issues in large, mission-critical environments Clearance: Must be eligible for U.S. Government Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) ## Description A Designated Support Engineer (DSE) at Rocket Software is an embedded technical resource assigned directly to a strategic customer account. This role supports a US Government agency under the Rocket Premium Support program, focusing on Rocket's connectivity product portfolio including Infoconnect Desktop and Secure Host Access supporting 40,000 users. It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! A Designated Support Engineer (DSE) at Rocket Software is an embedded technical resource assigned directly to a strategic customer account. Unlike traditional support roles, a DSE develops deep familiarity with a customer's specific environment, workflows, and priorities - serving as a trusted extension of their IT team. This position supports the customer under the Rocket Premium Support program, focusing on Rocket's connectivity product portfolio including Infoconnect Desktop and Secure Host Access. Note: This role requires a U.S. Government Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain this clearance as a condition of employment. Key Responsibilities Dedicated Account Support: Serve as a primary Rocket Software technical contact for IT staff and their end users, providing proactive and reactive support for desktop and server-based connectivity products Terminal Emulation / Connectivity: Support end users on Infoconnect & Secure Host Access with the complete Rocket Software solution Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve product issues, escalating to 3rd line engineering when appropriate, and owning issues through to resolution Environment Knowledge: Develop and maintain deep familiarity with the customer's infrastructure, configurations, and operational processes Proactive Engagement: Identify potential issues, product gaps, and customer needs before they become problems - and communicate them back to Rocket account and product teams Documentation: Maintain accurate records of issues, resolutions, and environment-specific configurations Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Rocket's account team, professional services, and product management to ensure a consistent customer experience ## Related Videos - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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