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Freedom Technology Solutions Group

Software engineering and geospatial IT solutions

Technical Support Specialist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$90k - $120k/yr+ 401(k) Match + Referral Bonuses
Junior
Associate's
Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
In PersonCore working hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM; exceptions considered case by case.
IT OperationsIT Service Desk & End User Support
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.
  • An Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Technical Writing, Business Information Systems, or a related technical field is required; two years of relevant Help Desk, customer support, or technical support experience may substitute for the degree.
  • Experience supporting Help Desk operations, including user account management, access provisioning, permissions management, and ticket tracking and resolution activities.
  • Experience creating, editing, or maintaining technical documentation, user guides, standard operating procedures, or knowledge base articles.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies, business processes, and technical skillsets.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document processes, issues, and resolutions.
  • Must be able to work between the core hours of Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM; exceptions are considered case by case.
Responsibilities
  • Provide Tier 1 Help Desk support for applications supporting Space and Property Management, Asset Management, and Transportation Management applications.
  • Create, manage, and maintain user accounts, permissions, and access requests across multiple applications and environments.
  • Receive, document, triage, and track customer issues and service requests using the designated ticket tracking system, ensuring timely communication and resolution.
  • Compile, organize, and analyze operational and help desk data to support reporting, metrics tracking, and trend analysis.
  • Develop and maintain user guides, process documentation, standard operating procedures, knowledge base articles, and other technical writing artifacts.
  • Gain an understanding of business processes, workflows, and integrations across a portfolio of COTS and GOTS applications.
  • Collaborate with system engineers, system administrators, developers, and technical writers to support day-to-day operations and ongoing modernization efforts.
  • Support troubleshooting activities by gathering information, reproducing issues, documenting findings, and coordinating with technical teams for resolution.
  • Participate in testing, validation, and user support activities for application updates, enhancements, and deployments.
  • Assist with documenting application configurations, onboarding materials, and operational procedures to improve knowledge sharing and continuity.
  • Gain exposure to system engineering, system administration, technical writing, and application development.
  • Develop into more technical roles and responsibilities based on interest, aptitude, and mission needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with COTS or GOTS applications.
  • Familiarity with Agile or ticket-based support environments.
  • Experience supporting government or enterprise IT environments.
  • Basic understanding of databases, web applications, or cloud technologies.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, or similar platforms.
  • Exposure to or interest in system administration, application support, software development, technical writing, or systems engineering.

About the company

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Freedom Technology Solutions Group

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Freedom Technology Solutions Group provides software engineering and IT solutions for mission-critical challenges, serving government agencies and international development organizations. It builds secure, scalable technology and geospatial data analytics capabilities and delivers them through project-based engagements and service contracts. The company works by offering tailored software and analytics services that meet specific client needs, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and reliable performance. Its differentiators include a focus on mission-critical work, expertise in geospatial data analytics, experience with government contracts, and a people-first culture that minimizes bureaucratic obstacles to let employees focus on their skills. The company's goal is to deliver practical, secure technology solutions that help clients operate effectively and scale as their needs grow.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, Maryland

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • Freedom reported 170 LinkedIn employees and 2026 hiring across dozens of technical roles.
  • The company said January 2026 SHIELD selection expands its missile-defense pipeline.
  • WashingtonExec said 2026 priorities include prime contracts, cloud, data, AI, and acquisitions.

What critics are saying

  • Bennett v. Freedom Technology Solutions Group ended in September 2024, leaving dispute risk visible.
  • Indeed reviews allege billing obsession, dishonest management, and a racist atmosphere.
  • Heavy dependence on government contracts exposes Freedom if MDA recompetes or primes displace it.

What makes Freedom Technology Solutions Group unique

  • Freedom combines geospatial analytics, software engineering, and intelligence-community mission support from Columbia, Maryland.
  • Its workforce spans cloud, DevOps, cyber, data science, and systems integration roles.
  • January 2026 MDA SHIELD placement strengthens its defense-contractor credibility and technical specialization.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Work Hours

Company News

GovCon Wire
Jun 8th, 2023
Roger Nichols Named Chief Growth Officer at Freedom Consulting Group; Vernon Saunders Quoted

Roger Alan Nichols, formerly a client executive director at AT&T (NYSE: T), has joined Columbia, Maryland-based information technology company Freedom Consulting Group as chief growth officer.

GovCon Wire
Feb 2nd, 2023
Dan Streetman Named CEO of Endpoint Security Company Tanium

Vernon Saunders, formerly a senior vice president of national intelligence at Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC), has been appointed CEO at Freedom Consulting Group, according to a recent LinkedIn post.

EIN News
Dec 3rd, 2021
Freedom Consulting Group recognized as "Best Place to Work

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Freedom has ranked on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and has been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" by The Baltimore Sun for five consecutive years.

NewsWire
Oct 7th, 2021
Freedom Consulting Group Raises Capital to Fund Growth and Expansion

Company also announces expansion of Board of Directors

Peloton Singapore
Mar 31st, 2020
Freedom Consulting Group hires Bennett as head of operations

Bennett will join Freedom Consulting Group as head of operations in St Louis.