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Journeyman Service Desk Analyst (Tier 1)

Leidos
Gaithersburg, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/12/2026
Description

This Department of War enterprise data and analytics program delivers mission-critical capabilities that enable leaders across the Department to make faster, better-informed decisions using trusted data at scale. Leidos Digital Modernization sector is seeking an experienced Journeyman Service Desk Analyst (Tier 1) to support the delivery, enhancement, and adoption of enterprise data and analytics products used across multiple DoD organizations.

In this role, you will work alongside government partners, engineers, and other industry teammates to translate operational and strategic requirements into scalable, production-ready solutions. You will contribute directly to product planning, execution, and continuous improvement—helping ensure capabilities are delivered efficiently, aligned to mission priorities, and positioned for sustained success.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a high-visibility, enterprise program at the intersection of data, analytics, and emerging AI technologies. Ideal candidates are motivated by mission impact, comfortable operating in complex stakeholder environments, and interested in building deep domain expertise while delivering capabilities with real-world national security outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact (Tier 1) for user support requests across WDP environments.
  • Receive, log, categorize, and track service desk tickets using approved ticketing systems.
  • Provide basic technical support for user issues including account access, password resets, and system navigation.
  • Troubleshoot routine issues related to user access, tools, and platform functionality.
  • Escalate complex or unresolved issues to Tier 2 or Tier 3 support teams.
  • Support onboarding activities including account creation, access provisioning, and user setup.
  • Maintain accurate records of service requests, actions taken, and resolution status.
  • Assist in maintaining and utilizing knowledge base content, SOPs, and FAQs to support users.
  • Monitor ticket queues and ensure timely response and resolution in accordance with SLAs.
  • Communicate with users to provide status updates and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Support identification of recurring issues and contribute to process improvement efforts.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline and 4 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in a related field and 2 years of relevant experience.
  • At least one of the following foundational qualification pathways consistent with DoD 8140 requirements:
    • Current DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification appropriate for Basic Technical Support Specialist roles (e.g., Security , Network , A , or equivalent),
    • Offerings listed in the DoD 8140 Training Repository,
    • Demonstrated equivalent training and experience qualifying under DoD 8140 foundational qualification alternatives.
  • Experience providing technical support or service desk operations in enterprise environments.
  • Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, or similar).
  • Experience troubleshooting basic user access and system issues.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI Clearance.
  • Experience supporting service desk operations across NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS environments.
  • Familiarity with enterprise IT environments, cloud platforms, or data tools.
  • Experience working in Agile or SAFe environments.
  • ITIL Foundation certification or equivalent.
  • Experience using knowledge management systems or support documentation tools.
  • Experience supporting enterprise data, analytics, or AI platforms.
  • Experience implementing service desk process improvements or automation.
  • Experience implementing service desk automation, AI chatbots, or workflow optimization.
  • Knowledge of data analytics and artificial intelligence applications in a user support context.

Clearance Required

  • No formal clearance is required at time of start but all applicants must be eligible to obtain a TS/SCI upon employment.

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Original Posting

May 13, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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