IT Technician

TEKsystems is looking for a PC Technician to support our government customer on a large DOD Program. This position requires an active secret clearance and one of the following certifications: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, or CompTIA Security+.

Under general supervision, the candidate will provide second-tier support to end-users for PC, server, mainframe applications and hardware. The candidate will offer support with problems that the first-tier of help desk support is unable to resolve. The candidate may interact with network services, software systems engineering, and/or applications development to restore service and/or identify and correct core problem. The candidate may simulate or recreate user problems to resolve operating difficulties. The candidate will recommend systems modifications to reduce user problems. The candidate will maintain currency and high level of technical skill in field of expertise.

Responsibilities:

Support responsibilities include software installation, and configurations.
Performs technical, operational, and training support to users of personal computers either by telephone, or on-site for PC desktop hardware and software packages.
Install and test personal computers, printers, and other peripherals, configure operating system, load shrink-wrap programs and other application software programs.
Troubleshoots printer, computer, and peripheral incidents, performs hardware and software diagnostics, coordinates needed repairs, resolves computer system problems, including coordination between users and components of a local area network, and participates in the evaluation of system configuration and software.

Requirements:

Active Secret Clearance
CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ OR CompTIA Security+
1+ years of experience in PC/Desktop IT Support
Must obtain appropriate DoD 8570 IA Computing Environment Certification within 6 months of employment
Experience supporting Windows 7, Windows 10, and MS Office 2013.
Experience using Remedy or a similar ticketing system.
Strong analytical and follow through skills.
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Ability to coordinate and get cooperation from multiple areas within IT to accomplish assignments.
Ability to work well independently on defined tasks.
Ability to work well as part of a team.


o Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.  If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
 Medical, dental & vision
 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
 Short and long-term disability
 Health Spending Account (HSA)
 Transportation benefits
 Employee Assistance Program
 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

· This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)

· Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required