Information Technology Support Specialist

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Technical Support Services

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Help Desk Software, Remote Support, Technical Issues

Certifications:

CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

HELP DESK TECHNICIAN IV

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Help Desk Technician IV and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

Key Responsibilities

Helpdesk / Web Queue Support

● Provide Web Queue Helpdesk support to users in alignment with SLA requirements.

● Respond to internal and external IT service requests via email, ticketing system, instant messaging, and phone.

Request Intake & Notification

● Acknowledge and provide user notification of receipt of web- or email-submitted requests.

● Ensure all relevant information is captured at the time of request intake.

Ticket Management (ServiceNow)

● Log and track all inquiries using the service request management database (e.g., ServiceNow).

● Maintain accurate history records and related documentation for all requests.

● Monitor ticket status to ensure timely progression and closure.

Categorization & Routing

● Promptly categorize and prioritize customer requests based on type, impact, and urgency.

● Generate and route requests that fall outside the primary area of responsibility to the appropriate internal or external support group.

● Escalate issues following established procedures when necessary.

Knowledge of Support Structure

● Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of internal and external support groups, including their functions and escalation paths, to ensure accurate routing.

● Stay informed about changes in support processes, contacts, and tools that affect queue management.

Customer Service & Communication 

● Maintain a professional and empathetic tone when dealing with users and co-workers.

● Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users. 

● Document and reply provide updates on ticket status and possible resolutions.

● Actively participate in team environment assisting co-workers when needed.

Compliance & Security 

● Ensure adherence to all IT and departmental policies and procedures. 

● Report potential security incidents or breaches to appropriate teams or team leaders

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Help Desk Technician IV must have:
● Education: Associates of Arts/Associates of Science
● Experience: 5+ years of related experience

● Required Technical Skills: Installs, modifies, and repairs computer hardware and software using remote access tools

● Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
● Required Skills and Abilities: Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned

● Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
● US Citizenship Required

● Required: CompTIA Security+ certification is required within 3 months of start date

● Shift: Monday - Friday 2pm-10pm

● This position is mission essential, may include work on holidays when required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

#GlobalServices

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $34.00 - $46.00. 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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

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.

Our Identify Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans