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Customer Technical Support Specialist (Help Desk) with Security Clearance

UICGS and Bowhead Family of CompaniesDahlgren, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 2 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your IT career by providing critical technical support for RDT&E users, a role offering valuable experience within a reputable organization. If you're a detail-oriented problem-solver with a passion for IT and possess the required qualifications, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to important projects. Apply today to join a dedicated team and leverage your expertise in a dynamic environment.

Quick Overview

Salary
$55k - $65k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
On Site
Location
Dahlgren, VA, United States
Posted
Yesterday
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Job Description

Overview CUSTOMER TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST (HELP DESK) (RDTE) Bowhead is seeking a Customer Technical Support Specialist (Help Desk) in Dahlgren, VA to provide customer support and technical assistance to Corporate Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&&E) Network users to our designated customers. Responsibilities

  • Provide on-site desktop support as needed, provides general help desk support for User Assistance.
  • Provide phone support to user's to resolve issues relating to RDT&&E connectivity, and RDT&&E Active Directory domain account User Management.
  • Provide support with assigning IP addresses as requested and with maintaining those IP addresses in the IPA Database.
  • Utilize the Remedy System (or current ticketing system) to assign and track trouble calls as appropriate.
  • Help Desk Specialist will assist with the maintenance and monitoring of the User Assistance mailbox to ensure that all users receive timely support in response to their requests for assistance.
  • Participate in the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) encompassing all User Assistance activity.
  • Knowledge of Video Teleconferencing a plus. Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or Bachelors Degree
  • Two to five (2-5) years of experience
  • Must possess the ability to, effectively and efficiently, communicate verbally with the user community.
  • Must be familiar with Department of Defense networking and security accreditation requirements.
  • Must have knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and administration of computer systems in a LAN/WAN environment.
  • Must meet DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical Level II certification requirements at time of hire.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. Targeted salary range is $55,000 to $65,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to lift up to 10-15 pounds
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level.

US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer. #LI-JR1

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