Service Desk Specialist

Description This team is a 24x7x365 support desk that provides critical end user support for the 25k+ internal users at SAIC as well as overflow support for numerous programs for external customers. The Service Desk Analyst will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and problem resolution via phone, email, and chat. T1 support commonly address issues such as network connectivity, VPN, M365, Outlook/Exchange, Active Directory account creation and password resets, and other issues. Given the 24x7 operation, shift flexibility will be required for this role. A clearance is not required to start, but will be obtained in the future so candidates must be eligible for a Public Trust level clearance. Skills Help desk, Troubleshooting, Customer service, Active directory, Office 365 Top Skills Details Help desk,Troubleshooting,Customer service,Active directory,Office 365 Additional Skills & Qualifications Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure Ad), and DFS experience, PowerShell. IT IL v3 or v4 Foundations. Microsoft Exchange Server-based email using Outlook, Office 365 administration. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Reston, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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) Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Reston, VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr