> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1247937-help-desk-support-specialist-secret-clearance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1247937-help-desk-support-specialist-secret-clearance). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Help Desk Support Specialist - Secret Clearance - **Company:** Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $43,680.0 - $56,160.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Access Network, Issue Tracking Systems, Network Connections, Computer Networking Systems, SC Clearance - **Published:** July 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6b708ec77e65fd2f ## About the Role * The ability to obtain, maintain and access classified information at the Secret level. * Must possess Security+ certification., High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of one to two (1-2) years relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education/experience ., Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic. ## Description The Help Desk Support Specialist provides technical assistance and support to end-users, ensuring efficient operation of hardware, software, and network systems for the agency. Responsible for diagnosing software and hardware problems, resolving issues related to operating systems, network connectivity, application usage, and maintaining detailed records of support requests. This position is onsite in the Colorado Springs, CO area., Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Supports onboarding by validating network access. * Ensures all requirements are met by end user while in processing to allow for network access. * Provides direct, indirect, logical and physical support for all user's IT devices to include but not limited to: HD replacement, RAM upgrades, system convergence, troubleshooting, software updates, hardware update, and connectivity issues. * Troubleshoots devices when faults are encountered. * Documents all faults encountered and remediation of faults. * Monitors the local ticketing system continuously during hours of operation and complete/close-out the tickets within the system. * Monitors the helpdesk phones during business hours and submit tickets on the behalf of the caller. * Issues IT equipment to user groups and train the groups on proper usage. * Patches and keeps machines updated with the most up-to-date patches. ## Related Videos - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Closing Keynote by Joel Spolsky](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/615-closing-keynote-by-joel-spolsky) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Kubernetes Security Best Practices](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1411-kubernetes-security-best-practices) - [CRaCing Java Snapshots](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1440-cracing-java-snapshots) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Dev Digest 152: Chrome Extensions Hack, CSS Spy Sheets, Deepseek OSS AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/540-dev-digest-152-chrome-extensions-hack-css-spy-sheets-deepseek-oss-ai)