Computer Network Support Specialist (Journeyman)

IPTA; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IPT Associates (IPTA) in Huntsville, AL is seeking an experienced IT support professional to maintain secure, available government systems and respond to incidents. You will handle hardware/software installation, troubleshooting, and tiered support across desktops, networks, and mobile devices.

Required: a Bachelor's in computer science or related field, 5 years of relevant experience, DoD 8570 Level II/III certification, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Great communication and organizational skills.
• Five years of prior experience in a similar role.
• DoD 8570 Level II/III certification.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1, 2 and 3 technical support for the AvMC Enterprise.
• Log and route service requests in the ASC service management system.
• Guide users on hardware and software installation and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with DISA DoD Mobility Unclassified policies.
• Provide guidance on account provisioning and desktop/mobile device support.
• Maintain secure and available systems per DoD cybersecurity policies.

Skills

Five years experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

MS Office

Adobe

JAVA

Job description

Huntsville, AL

At IPT Associates (IPTA), we enjoy solving real-world problems with technology. We work closely with our customers, teammates, experts, and partners to come up with practical solutions that make a difference. Whether it's a government or business organization, we focus on understanding the need and building something that works.

Our Team

At IPTA, everything starts with our people. We're big believers that when you invest in your team, great things happen. That's why we encourage learning, growth, and trying new things—even if you don't have all the answers yet. Our culture is rooted in fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service-but we also like to keep things collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth.

We're Looking For People Who

• Are curious and excited about technology
• Like solving problems and figuring things out
• Can take initiative but also enjoy working with a team
• Want to keep learning, growing, and challenging themselves

If you're someone who's eager to jump in, learn something new, and make an impact—you'll fit right in here.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance support in order to maintain secure and available systems by utilizing industry best practices to resolve incidents and respond to service requests while adhering to DoD cybersecurity policies
• Provide technical guidance in the utilization of computer hardware and software, including installation, operation, and troubleshooting
• Provide expertise in the software and hardware used by the Government/ provide guidance and resolve issues as needed
• Provide Tier 1, 2 and 3 level technical support to the AvMC Enterprise
• Ensure all support requests initiated by end-users outside of the ASC end-user portal are captured in the ASC service management system, including emails, phone calls, web chats, and face-to-face contact
• Provide technical guidance to diagnose, categorize, and troubleshoot routine technical issues
• Provide technical guidance in the utilization of computer hardware and software, including installation, operation, and troubleshooting
• Accurately log all service requests not received through the ASC end-user portal into the ASC service management system
• Provide expertise with Account Management-provisioning of user accounts, computing equipment, telephony equipment, and modification of user accounts when requirements arise for changes in user attributes/ Desktop Applications: MS Office, Adobe, JAVA, and similar applications typically deployed in an office setting /Desktop Support: Setup and administration of personal computing hardware and software (desktop PC, laptop, and tablets) including standard peripherals such as monitors, keyboards, mice, speakers, and web cameras (where applicable)/ Mobile Devices: provide technical assistance for mobile devices to include technical support, guidance, utilization, troubleshooting, and training/ Printers: installation and configuration of desktop printers, network printers, print servers, associated drivers, Common Access Card (CAC) release printing, and associated hardware/software/ Security Management: ensuring desired levels of protection for Federal systems, data, and related assets are achieved (e.g., CAC authentication, access control, encryption, intrusion detection, verification, digital signature, user management, role/privilege management, audit trail capture/analysis, etc.)
• Support the configuration of new devices and sustainment of existing devices while adhering to Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) DoD Mobility Unclassified Capability (DMUC) policies and procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
• Great communication and organizational skills
• Five (5) years of prior experience in a similar role
• DoD 8570 Level II/III certification
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance

IPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual merit, including qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs, consistent with applicable federal laws and federal contracting requirements. IPTA provides equal opportunity and utilizes merit-based principles to make employment-related decisions.

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