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General Dynamics Information Technology Help Desk Technician in Washington, District Of Columbia
Req ID: RQ191418
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Help Desk
Skills:
Computer Hardware,Help Desk Support,Microsoft Office,Troubleshooting
Certifications:
CompTIA Network + - CmpTIA
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Help Desk Technician III
We are GDIT. We stay at the forefront of innovation to solve complex technical challenges. GDIT is your place. Make it your own by discovering new ways to securely and expertly apply the latest technology.
Own your opportunity at GDIT and you’ll be a meaningful part of improving how agencies operate. Our work depends on a Help Desk Technician joining our team to support the Department of Energy at our Las Vegas, NV location.
At GDIT, we foster a people-centric environment. As a Help Desk Technician you will be trusted to work on diagnosing, resolving application issues, and providing appropriate solutions and will serve as the first point of contact for IT problem resolutions for the service desk.
HOW A HELP DESK TECHNICIAN WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
Collaborating with the Department of Energy to solve simple to complex IT issues assisting and supporting end-users with technical issues and questions related to software systems and applications to include but not limited to, MS Operating Systems, Microsoft Office 365, VMWare and specialized DOE applications via multiple support channels including phone, email, chat sessions, web forms, and other communication methods available.
Creating, modifying, deleting and editing distribution lists, shared mailboxes and the global address list via Active Directory Managing user accounts and group memberships via Active Directory as well as shared drive permissions to ensure accurate recording of work performed according to business processes and standard operating procedures (SOP).
Applying basic troubleshooting, issue isolation & diagnostic techniques to identify technical problems, investigate causes, and recommend solutions, or escalate tickets in accordance with existing SOPs, work instructions & knowledge articles.
Your success will be measured through satisfactory attainment of customer service level agreements.
Providing program support as a Tier 1/2 Service Desk Technician.
Delivering excellent customer service and quick resolution of technical issues for customer via chat, email, and deskside support.
Supporting on-site installation, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of desktops, thin clients, notebooks, printers, iPads, and associated peripherals.
Troubleshooting and resolving issues involving Microsoft Windows, desktop applications, collaboration tools, shared drives, email, and other technologies.
Supporting Microsoft Office 365 and Active Directory products. Documenting and tracking customer incidents and requests via ticketing management system by updating troubleshooting and resolution efforts and efficiently escalating tickets to appropriate teams when applicable.
Isolating and resolving issues with individual workstations.
Acting as a resource to answer user questions about hardware and software issues.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Required Education:
- Bachelors degree; OR in lieu of degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required
Required Experience:
- A minimum of 6-8 years of professional help desk technician/support experience
Required Technical Skills:
Demonstrated hands-on experience with complex IT issues by assisting and supporting end-users with technical issues and questions related to software systems and applications to include but not limited to:
MS Operating Systems
Microsoft Office 365
VMWare
Demonstrated experience creating, modifying, deleting and editing distribution lists, shared mailboxes and the global address list via Active Directory Managing user accounts and group memberships via Active Directory
Demonstrated experience supporting on-site installation, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of desktops, thin clients, notebooks, printers, and iPads
Demonstrated hands-on ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues involving Microsoft Windows, desktop applications, collaboration tools, shared drives, email, and other technologies
Proficient experience supporting Microsoft Office 365 and Active Directory products
Proficient customer service skills to provide quick resolution of technical issues by using chat, email, phone, and deskside support
Security Clearance Level:
U.S. Citizenship Required
Possess Q or TS level clearance (or their equivalency) with the ability to obtain a Q level clearance within six (6) months of hiring
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain such clearance as a condition of employment
Preferred Certification:
- CompTIA Security+ certification (DoD 8570 Compliance)
Location:
On Customer Site in Washington DC
This service desk is 24/7/365, shift work may be required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
#WeAreGDIT #GDITCareers #HelpdeskTechnician
The likely hourly rate for this position is between $27.42 - $37.10. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.