Full-Time

Help Desk Technician III

Posted on 1/21/2025

General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$24.73 - $33.45Hourly

Junior, Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

San Antonio, TX, USA

Must be onsite at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
IT Support
IT & Security
Requirements
  • 1+ years of directly related experience supporting help desk operations.
  • Associates Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification with valid CE status.
Responsibilities
  • Provide customer interface by supporting requirements, such as network accounts, web browsing, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation, photo editor, desktop publishing, scanning, writing to appropriate media, telephone voice mail and services, equipment issues, etc.
  • Provide IT support to resolve and document problems, using appropriate ticketing systems.
  • Support for common, standard user workstations, and associated software deployed throughout the organization.
  • Support wireless devices users, including service setup, maintenance, and end user support.
  • Support special network user devices and other mission systems and applications deployed within an unclassified/classified environment or network.
  • Support capabilities allowing assumption of control of an end user device for problem analysis and resolution.
  • Provide specialized support for increasing, decreasing, deleting, and adding, location adjustment of services for devices and applications, and port security requirements.
  • Design, install, operate, maintain, and support messaging and collaboration services.
  • Maintain SharePoint helpdesk intranet site, which contains information on standards, security policies, technology ordering and technical tips and hints.
  • Measure and provide weekly help desk performance reports to Task Lead, Service Desk Lead, or COR.
  • Provide troubleshooting and resolution expertise to determine network component and configuration issues/failures.
  • Provide technical assistance to support organizational program initiatives.
  • Provide formal, informal, and On-the-Job Training, related to help desk applications, to customers and Military/Government internal staff, as required.
  • Ensure all systems comply with IAVA, IAVB, and TCNO direction.
  • Maintain software and hardware in accordance with applicable Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) guidance.

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company stands out by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings, aiming to lead in defense technology evolution.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • U.S. Space Force's $10M funding boosts General Dynamics' space-based defense capabilities.
  • GDIT's $5.6B Air Force contract enhances secure global information sharing solutions.
  • Gulfstream's contract with U.S. Air Force indicates strong demand for aerospace services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach exposes vulnerabilities in General Dynamics' cybersecurity measures.
  • Increased competition from Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman in defense spending.
  • Reliance on antimony poses supply chain risks amid geopolitical tensions.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • The company offers a diverse portfolio across aerospace, marine, combat, and technology sectors.
  • Gulfstream jets set industry standards for performance and luxury in business aviation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget