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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Help Desk Analyst (Tier 1) - **Company:** Leidos, Inc. - **Location:** King of Prussia, PA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Apple IOS, Apple Mac Systems, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, Issue Tracking Systems, Microsoft Office, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Computer Equipment - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9030132/help-desk-analyst-tier-1 ## About the Role The Help Desk Analyst will be responsible for answering inbound and outbound contacts, documenting the contact details within the ticketing system(s), and providing our customers with timely and accurate responses. This will require the individual to possess an IT background to assist customers in troubleshooting and resolving problems and must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The support provided is governed by Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators. The ability to interface well with customers at various levels of seniority in a variety of different fields is essential to success in this position., * High school diploma with a minimum 3 years experience * Already possess ITIL 4 Foundations Certification or be able to obtain the ITIL 4 Foundations Certification no later than 120 days after the hire date * Strong written and oral communication skills * Strong computer hardware and software skills * U.S. Citizen * Must possess an overall understanding of Service Desk operations and technical phases of the job * Understanding of Windows and/or Mac technical skills * Must have excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, also experience in following documented policies and procedures * Ability to interact positively with customers, peers and management * Must have a desire to learn new skills and take the initiative to improve their performance through on the job training * Must be available to assist in development and modification of Knowledge Base Articles * Must be able to adhere to the training schedule without any absences * Use of high-speed internet (minimum of 50 mbps) must be provided by the IT Service Desk Technician * Designated workspace that is quiet and free of loud noise that may distract you and your customer * Must be flexible and willing to work different shifts upon changing business needs * Must be flexible and willing to support different or multiple programs in a shared service desk environment * Must be flexible and willing to work weekends and holidays as needed * Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Public Trust Clearance * Experience with using IT Service Management (ITSM) or other Case Record Management (CRM) applications * Experience with using ACD/IVR applications * Experience troubleshooting Apple macOS (OSX) and iOS hardware and software * Experience working from home in an IT support role * Experience with Windows 10 and Microsoft Office Suite 2016 or later * Experience with Microsoft Active Directory password resets, account unlocks, account creations, and troubleshooting * Azure experience and/or certification(s) * ITIL 4 Foundations experience and/or certification(s) ## Description Duties include providing professional, courteous, resourceful support to all incoming calls. Personnel must be proficient in relevant computer applications, customer service principles and practices, contact center telephony and technology. Attention to detail is necessary to manage complexity of contact. Proven ability to perform in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks at once. * + Serves as the initial point of contact for troubleshooting hardware/software issues + Addresses support requests received over the phone, chat, or email and/or web-based systems + Follow Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) when handling different topics + Properly diagnose issues and route unresolved issues to the next level of support + Accurate and thorough documentation of user's information, reason for contact, all troubleshooting and/or resolution steps in ticketing system for each contact + Performs account password administration and processes new user account requests + Manages the user's expectations; provide information that will give details for a possible resolution or when they can expect to be contacted again * + Provides prompt, courteous, and professional responses to users + Maintains and executes standard and internal operating procedures + Follows security requirements as requested by the Government Security Officer + Monitors customer problems to ensure prompt, satisfactory service/resolution is being provided, if necessary, call the user to update them on progress + Remain on queue and available to assist end users during specified shift, excluding approved breaks, lunches, or off queue time approved by your Team Lead * + Leidos will provide basic training on the systems that will be used. The training schedule will be anywhere from 2-4 weeks (M-F) where the new hire will work with their supervisor and/or peers to cover the Program knowledge and requirements. The selected candidate will need to attend training during designated hours. 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