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Help Desk Specialist (remote position)

General Dynamics ITGeneral Dynamics IT·Aerospace and Defense

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$25.63 - $34.5/hr

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About the role

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Technical Support Services

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Computer Hardware, Identifying Problems, Remote Support

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

We are GDIT, one of the largest IT and mission services providers to the government. We offer our customers the power of choice through a vast cloud ecosystem. 

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your passion for accelerating the cloud. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping to ensure our mission is never interrupted.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a task lead supporting Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), a typical day will include:

Description

Duties generally include but are not limited to the following:

  • Answer and respond to customers' requests via phone and email
  • Identify, research, and resolve customer issues
  • Provide accurate and timely ticket documentation
  • Meet and exceed required metrics and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
  • Provide timely updates and follow up to customers
  • Escalate to internal representatives or system support specialists when appropriate
  • Identify and appropriately communicate recurring problems
  • Evaluates and prioritizes customer problems and complaints
  • Comply with documented regulations, processes, and procedures
  • Other responsibilities as may be required by management

Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and/or 5+ year experience in help desk/call center environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Team player with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • HDI Customer Service Representative certification 
  • Experience with ServiceNow
  • Knowledge with government clients/environments

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $25.63 - $34.50. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Remote

Work Location:

USA DC Washington - 888 First St NE (DCC123)

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identify Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

 

 

About our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Aplyr's read

General Dynamics IT is a key player in defense and aerospace, attracting professionals with top security clearances for high-stakes projects.

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What's promising

  • Strong presence in defense and aerospace sectors ensures stable demand for IT services.
  • Opportunities for professionals with top security clearances in high-impact roles.
  • Diverse range of IT roles available, from project management to specialized engineering.

What to watch

  • High-security clearance requirements limit applicant pool for many positions.
  • Projects often involve shift work, affecting work-life balance.
  • Complexity of government contracts can lead to bureaucratic challenges.

Why General Dynamics IT

  • Focus on national security projects offers unique career impact.
  • Integration of IT solutions in aerospace and defense sectors differentiates offerings.
  • Opportunities to work on classified projects with cutting-edge technology.

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General Dynamics is an American aerospace and defense corporation that provides a wide range of products and services in various sectors, including defense, information technology, and aerospace.

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