Help Desk Manager

ValidaTek, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tier 2 Helpdesk Lead Manager to oversee help desk operations for a large DoD IT infrastructure program. This role focuses on optimizing customer service and ensuring effective support for end users. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing help desk functions, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to performance excellence. Join a company that values innovation and empowers its employees to build purpose-driven careers while making a significant impact in the federal IT landscape.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Child Care Support

Paid Maternity Leave

Tuition Assistance

Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of help desk support experience in a DoD IT environment.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day help desk operations and ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert and provide leadership to team members.

Skills

Help Desk Management

Customer Service

IT Operations

Incident Management

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Tools

Tech Control Equipment

Network Operation Consoles

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Company Overview

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary

ValidaTek is searching for a Tier 2 Helpdesk Lead CAB Manager for Tech Control to oversee the operations of the help desk operations that supports a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users. As the primary point of contact between the help desk and leadership, this manager will focus on customer service, performance, and optimization of processes to ensure end users have the support they need to be successful when utilizing the network.

Responsibilities

The Help Desk Manager will:

• Manage all day-to-day system support functions, ensuring tickets are closed effectively and efficiently and provide a high level of customer service satisfaction.
• Plan and review helpdesk standards, procedures, and protocols to improve and enhance customer service.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for team members and provide guidance and leadership for optimal performance.
• Hold team accountable for high level standards of performance focused on accuracy and knowledge, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of leadership, stakeholders, and end users. Ensures team members do the same.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Active HDI Support Center Manager or equivalent certification.
• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with a major in a field that provides knowledge useful for managing IT requirements like those of the Call Order requirement.
• 5+ years’ experience with help desk support and operation in a DoD IT environment as well as experience with providing customers with day-to-day support by responding to, documenting, tracking, resolving, and managing customer issues, question, and requests.
• Demonstrated excellence in planning, directing, and managing IT operations help desks in a large organization.
• Demonstrated successful working knowledge and supervision of help desk employees in efforts similar in size and scope as referenced under this Call Order.
• Knowledge of Tech Control equipment such as Switches, Encryption devices, Network Operation Consoles, and Circuits.
• Knowledge of networking and network-based software applications.
• Knowledge in handling and managing incidents and service requests for activities such as changes, problems, configurations, and requisitions for equipment and services.
• Demonstrated ability for oral and written communication with the highest levels of management. Must have knowledge in operating and maintaining Tier 2 Tech Control Helpdesk functions and DISAC 310-175-9.
• Must have expert knowledge in translating high level functional and technical requirements based on interactions with the user community.

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $100,000

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $150,000

Salary Disclosure

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.

The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Project Management

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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