IT Helpdesk Specialist

Job Number: R0195325

IT Helpdesk Specialist

Key Role

Provide in-depth support and lead problem solving and implementation efforts for specific technology products or applications. Apply advanced consulting skills and extensive technical expertise, including full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.

Basic Qualifications

4+ years of experience in a customer service support role troubleshooting, triaging and resolving issuesExperience implementing help desk processes and capabilities for new projects using common help desk platforms, including ServiceNowExperience working with project teams to establish mechanisms to track, monitor and prioritize requests from system end users and stakeholders Experience applying call center best practices, including forecasting and scheduling, inbound technical triage, ticket tracking and escalation, and CRM applicationsExperience guiding and directing junior help desk team membersExperience installing, configuring, testing and maintaining hardware and softwareAbility to manage multiple simultaneous tasks to completionAbility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements Bachelor’s degree

Additional Qualifications

2+ years of experience supporting the CDC or other government organizationsExperience analyzing call center and ticketing system reports to design response handling strategiesExperience serving as a liaison to OCIO Cybersecurity Program Office and IT Operations teams, including users, equipment, servers, workstations, and software, for supporting IT projectsKnowledge of cloud environments, including AWS or AzureKnowledge of leveraging industry Best Practices and Standards and existing OCIO IT Customer Support and Customer Security Incident Response Team operationsMaster's degreeCompTIA Certification, including A+, Network+, or Security+ Certification

Vetting

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

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Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

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Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $51,600.00 to $105,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

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