Desktop Support Technician

Leidos LLC; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 38,573,000 - 40,501,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Mid-level Desktop Support Technician to provide direct desk-side IT support at a government site in Dahlgren, VA. You will troubleshoot hardware and software, manage tickets, and support the Field Services team on a range of devices and networks.

Qualifications include US citizenship, DoD Secret Clearance, a high school diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience, and DoD 8570 IAT Level II: Security+ or higher.

Qualifications

• US Citizens have DoD access to government systems.
• DoD Secret Clearance required.
• HS diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II: Security+ or higher certification.
• Experience with Windows OS, version 10.
• Experience with service desk ticket systems (HP Service Manager/Remedy).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage resolution of customer tickets per SLAs.
• Ensure proper ticket handling per guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve user computer issues (hardware/software).
• Complete customer tasks within timelines.
• Troubleshoot local/network devices (MFDs, printers).
• Assist other technicians with complex issues.

Skills

US Citizenship

DoD Secret Clearance

Excellent customer service

Excellent communication

Windows 10

Ticket troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

DoD 8570 IAT Level II Security+ or higher

Tools

HP Service Manager

Remedy

Job description

NGEN is the largest IT services program for the Navy. Under the Service Management, Integration, and Transport (SMIT) portion of NGEN, the Leidos team will deliver the core backbone of the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet, including cybersecurity services, network operations, service desk, and data transport. Ultimately, Leidos will support the Navy in unifying its shore-based networks and data management to improve capability and service while also saving significant dollars by focusing efforts under one enterprise network. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse IT and Engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself. Leidos is seeking a Mid-level Desktop Support Technician to support a government site in Dahlgren, VA as one of the key members of the Field Services team. The candidate will be responsible for direct desk-side support to the customer, troubleshooting and repairing IT devices. The work location for this position will be at a government site and will require the ability to:

• Lift and carry 50 lbs for up to a 100 feet at a time; must be able to lift 25 lbs vertically using ladders
• Work in confined spaces, such as raised floors or communications closets; noisy environments, such as data centers and operations centers; and be able to stand or sit for 8 hours at a time
• Utilize basic hand tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches while rack mounting active and passive equipment using small screws and brackets
• Identify different colors of wires and cables; correctable vision to 20/20 or better so you can see objects and information displayed in schematics, test equipment, computer monitors and digital test equipment such as OTDR (optical time-domain reflectometer)
• Judge distance between objects to work safely on ladders and in confined spaces
• Drive personal or corporate vehicle (depending on availability) to different locations to work on projects and troubleshoot; valid state license required

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage the resolution of customer tickets according to established Service Level Requirements (SLRs)
• Ensure proper ticket-handling according to guidelines set in place
• Properly troubleshoot and resolve user computer issues including hardware and software-related concerns
• Ensure customer related tasks are completed within the timeline set
• Troubleshoot and resolve local and networked Multi-Function Devices, printers, and other hardware components
• Assist other technicians in resolving complex issues

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen
• DoD Secret Clearance
• HS diploma with 4+ years of prior relevant experience, additional related education or certifications may be considered in lieu of experience
• Valid DoD 8570 IAT Level II: Security+ or higher Certification
• Must have demonstrated expertise in IT Enterprise Operations
• Experience with Microsoft Windows OS, version 10
• Experience with HP Service Manager, Remedy, or similar Service/Help Desk ticket management software
• Basic network troubleshooting skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Organized and detail-oriented
• Strong leadership skills
• Self-motivated/ self-directing
• Strong collaboration, prioritization, and adaptability skills required.
• Relationship building.
• Ability to manage and prioritize own work, and that of their team
• Independent decision making
• Analytical thinking; thinking out of the box
• Ability to effectively communicate with all organizational levels (SME to Senior Management)
• Ability to analyze problems at various levels (e.g. detail level, overall organizational impact, etc.)

Pay Range: $28.00-$28.45/hr.

NGEN If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: September 24, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range - The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

Securing Your Data Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [e-mail].

Commitment and Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.