Service Desk Specialist II (Job 1467)

DLH Corp; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Job summary

DLH Corp in Bethesda, MD, is seeking an experienced IT Support Specialist to provide Level 1–2 technical assistance to a diverse user base supporting Mac and Windows environments. You will handle tickets, diagnose issues, and ensure timely resolutions under tight SLAs.

The role requires strong customer service, familiarity with ITSM tools like ServiceNow, and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance. NIH-related applications may be part of the work, offering growth in a mission-driven

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current desktop and laptop computers.
• Experience with Mac OS X and Windows 11 applications.
• Experience with LAN, WAN, VPN, MS Office, Mobile Devices, Outlook/Exchange, and Active Directory.
• 2+ years of technical support in Microsoft Suite.
• Experience using an IT ticketing system, preferably ServiceNow.
• Strong customer service and VIP support skills.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Receive, update, and assign service requests to resolve.
• Provide technical support via chat, phone, email, and remote tools.
• Track, answer, resolve, escalate, and monitor calls to closure.
• Log incidents in the Service Desk system.
• Monitor incidents and escalate per policies until resolution.
• Update records for assets and configurations.
• Provide VIP desktop and user support.
• Troubleshoot login and account issues.
• Offer how-to assistance for apps like M365 at Level 1 and escalate as needed.
• Provide remote software support for NIH-provided applications.
• Work under pressure to meet SLAs and KPIs.
• Capture details for follow-ups and escalations.
• Create tickets for other support groups.
• Contribute to SOPs and training manuals.

Skills

Desktop support

Mac OS X

Windows 11

LAN/WAN/VPN

MS Office

Mobile devices

Outlook/Exchange

Active Directory

ServiceNow

VIP support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ServiceNow

Remedy

Job description

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools – including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that “Your Mission is Our Passion” and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.

Providing hardware and software support to a diverse staff and end-user population. Experience supporting both Mac and Windows Operating Systems. Ability to quickly diagnose and troubleshoot customer concerns and address or route to appropriate support resources for resolution. Strong customer service and communication skills are key as this role involves direct customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for receiving and updating incoming service support requests (tickets), evaluating and assigning to a technical resource (possibly themselves or another functional area) for resolution and closure.
• Provides technical support to customers via chat, telephone, email, and via remote support tools, such as Bomgar.
• Receives, tracks, answers, resolves, escalates, and monitors to closure end‑user and technical staff calls.
• Categorize, prioritize, and log all Incidents (e.g., inquiries/problems/Service Requests) in the Service Desk Incident system.
• Monitor Incidents (i.e., Service Desk Incidents) and elevate per policies and procedures until Resolution and end‑user satisfaction are achieved.
• Verify that all records (e.g., inventory, asset and configuration management records) are updated to reflect completed/Resolved Service Requests (e.g., IMACs).
• Providing enhanced VIP desktop and user support service.
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer login and account‑related services.
• Provide expert functional and process "how‑to" assistance for in‑scope applications (such as M365) at Level 1 and elevate to Level 2 or 3 resources as required.
• Providing remote software support for users of NIH‑provided applications (as identified by the task).
• Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines as needed. Support established service level agreement (SLA) thresholds and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Capture relevant details for customer follow‑ups and escalations if tickets are not acted upon in a timely.
• Create tickets as a service to other support groups within the organization.
• Contribute knowledge and updated information to maintain the Service Desk SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and Training manuals for Support Center staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current desktop and laptop computers.
• Possess an understanding of Mac OS X applications and tools, as well as Windows 11 Applications and tools.
• Demonstrate experience with LAN, WAN, VPN, MS Office, Mobile Devices (iOS/Android), Outlook/Exchange, and Active Directory.
• Independently evaluating and resolving computer, system, and user problems, including account lockouts, compatibility conflicts, application operations, hardware malfunctions, and Mac upgrade problems.
• 2+ years of technical support experience in Microsoft Suite.
• Experience using an IT ticketing system (preferably ServiceNow).
• Strong customer service and end‑user equipment support skills; preferably with some experience supporting VIPs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of technical support (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience supporting the National Institutes of Health.
• Experience using ITSM tools (such as Remedy or ServiceNow).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Passionate about delivering exemplary customer service.
• Desired Certifications (preferred 1 or more):
• Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
• JAMF Certified Associate
• Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP)
• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Network+
• ITIL Foundations

Basic Compensation: $51,000 - $60,000 yearly salary ($24.52 - $28.85/hr)

The salary range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on skills, experience, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. Additional compensation may include performance incentives and program‑specific awards. We do not use salary history to determine compensation, in line with applicable law.

DLH Corp offers our employees an excellent benefits package, including Personal Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, supplemental life with AD&D, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more. We want our employees to save for their future; therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component. DLH is dedicated to your career development, providing training to help drive success, with access to our best-in-class e-learning suite for formal and informal learning, professional and technical certification preparation, and education assistance at accredited institutions.

EEO

DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply.

DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process