Service Desk Technician

Description

SAIC is seeking a Service Desk Technician II to serve as the face of a new team, interacting directly with users and stakeholders to resolve Tier I and Tier II technical issues for the Army Research Laboratory in Aberdeen, MD.  Work is performed on site.

Join our dynamic team at a top-tier organization, where work-life balance and employee well-being take center stage. This exciting opportunity lets you contribute to cutting-edge projects while safeguarding our national security.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide Tier I and Tier II technical support for hardware and software.
• Recommend system modifications to enhance the usability of Information Systems and network resources.
• Route and escalate requests to Tier III and other teams for quick customer issue resolution.
• Work alongside network services, software systems engineering teams, and/or application development teams to restore service and correct core problems.

Qualifications

Required Education and Yrs of experience:

• Must have a High School Diploma with five (5+) years of relevant experience working in an IT or Service Desk environment.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen. 
• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance. And must be willing to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Required Certification:

• IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
• Must receive Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate, or equivalent, within 6 months of start date.

Preferred:

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field with a comprehensive understanding of computer science concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience creating and modifying documentation for technical processes and procedures.
• Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
• Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.