Mid-Level Help Desk Technician (Tier 1)

General Dynamics

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Washington, DC
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Mid-Level Help Desk Technician (Tier 1)

The Mid-Level Help Desk Technician (Tier 1) joins the technical support services team to provide executive IT support for federal government clients. In this role, you will serve as the first point of contact, diagnosing and resolving complex hardware, software, and localized network issues. Daily responsibilities include managing user environments via Active Directory, providing Microsoft Office 365 administration, mapping network drives, and troubleshooting Windows and MacOS systems. You will also author internal knowledge base articles, analyze customer satisfaction data, and de-escalate tense technical situations for VIP users. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office, Active Directory, and network connectivity diagnostics. This role solves critical technical problems for high-level government stakeholders, ensuring minimal downtime for on-site and remote personnel through white-glove communication and meticulous documentation.

What you'll do

  • Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and localized network issues as Tier 1 support.
  • Provide white-glove technical support and de-escalate tense situations for VIP users and executives.
  • Manage user environments using Active Directory and provide administration support for Microsoft Office 365.
  • Set up shared drives, map network drives, install software, and resolve profile or registry issues.
  • Author internal knowledge base articles and customer-facing self-service documentation to address recurring trends.
  • Isolate and resolve complex workstation issues to minimize downtime for on-site and remote personnel.
  • Analyze customer satisfaction data to recommend adjustments to service protocols and improve the user journey.
  • Coordinate with other operational teams to resolve cross-departmental technical issues seamlessly.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Must have a High School Diploma/GED and 4-5 years of progressive technical support experience.
  • Must have an Associate's Degree in an IT-related discipline and 2-3 years of experience.
  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in an IT-related discipline and 0-1 year of experience.
  • Must have a Master's Degree or higher in an IT-related discipline.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification is required upon hire.
  • Must possess advanced Windows and MacOS troubleshooting, Microsoft 365 administration, Active Directory management, and network diagnostics skills.

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