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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Help Desk Specialist II (Tier 2 - Advanced Support) - **Company:** TITAN TECHNOLOGIES - **Location:** Ashburn, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Multitier Architecture, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft Outlook, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft Office, Remote Access Technology, Airwatch, Smart Cards, Software Deployment, Workspace ONE, Tablet Computers, Laptops, Servicenow - **Published:** July 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9043494/help-desk-specialist-ii-tier-2-advanced-support ## About the Role * Minimum 2 years of IT help desk or technical support experience with Tier II-level troubleshooting. * Strong knowledge of Windows OS, Active Directory, Microsoft Office 365, Outlook, and mobile device management (MDM). * Experience with VPN technologies, remote access tools, and PIV/smart card authentication. * Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. * Sole U.S. citizenship required and ability to successfully pass a CBP Background Investigation (BI). It's GREAT if you also have: * CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification. * HDI Desktop Support Technician certification. * Experience with AirWatch/Workspace ONE MDM. * Experience with Global Protect VPN and Zscaler. * Experience with ServiceNow ITSM platform. * Prior federal government or CBP Tier II support experience. * ITIL Foundation certification. Education: * High school diploma or equivalent required. ## Description Zen Strategics, a Titan Technologies company, is seeking Help Desk Specialist II to support the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Technology Service Desk. This role provides advanced Tier II technical troubleshooting and resolution for employees, contractors and external customers by responding to hardware, software, network, mobile device, VPN, and access-related issues. The position delivers 24x7x365 support, manages incidents through ServiceNow, performs remote installations and system maintenance, and escalates complex issues when necessary. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of IT support experience, strong knowledge of Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and remote access technologies, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment., * Provide 24x7x365 Tier II advanced technical support for incidents and requests transferred via ServiceNow ticket or warm-transferred telephone call. * Perform advanced (second level) remote troubleshooting for: + Mobile device issues, including CBP's mobile service environment (AirWatch) + Email and Microsoft Outlook accounts and functionality + Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card access to CBP systems + Remote VPN access (Global Protect and Zscaler) + Remote access using DHS Workplace (WaaS) + Microsoft Office products + Windows and Active Directory + Remote software installations * Resolve >=90% of tickets assigned to Tier II (AQL target). * Process >=90% of tickets within 4 hours (resolved or escalated to next level). * Answer >=80% of transferred calls/chats within 60 seconds. * Escalate incidents to next-level support (internal CBP teams and third-party vendors). * Perform remote installation and troubleshooting of workstations, peripherals (desktops, laptops, tablets, printers, scanners, cameras). * Install approved software using Government-provided tools. ## Related Videos - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Agentic employees in world's most downloaded FinTech app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100123-agentic-employees-in-world-s-most-downloaded-fintech-app) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [AI in Production: applied AI & enterprise use cases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100130-ai-in-production-applied-ai-enterprise-use-cases) - [Synthetic Insiders: The New AI Risk to Your Org](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100057-synthetic-insiders-the-new-ai-risk-to-your-org) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)