It Specialist (Active Secret Clearance)

Description
Supporting the classroom environment.
TEKsystems is seeking a Desktop Support Specialist with a focus on electronic classroom technical support. In this role, you will ensure student training infrastructure remains fully functional and available, while also managing and configuring Active Directory accounts. You'll play a key role in supporting end users by monitoring system performance, resolving technical issues, and identifying opportunities to improve a mission-critical network. Your ability to interpret system metrics and communicate their impact will be essential, as will your experience managing users and computers in an enterprise environment.
Skills
Active directory, hardware, security+, SEC+, Secret Clearance, Windows, customer service, windows 10, technical support, imaging
Top Skills Details
Active directory,hardware,security+,SEC+,Secret Clearance,Windows
Additional Skills & Qualifications
SEC+ and secret clearance required
The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant IT experience, including system and network administration, hardware/software integration, and routine maintenance such as break/fix support, backup and recovery, and asset management. Additional experience with multimedia systems, COI network operations, local group policy, and file share administration is highly valued. Familiarity with configuration and change management, lifecycle support, and workstation/server hardware installation and troubleshooting is essential. Candidates should also have knowledge of system development, cyber defense compliance, and the ability to connect non-Navy workstations to the network. Onsite service center support experience is a plus. A Security+ certification or a qualifying bachelor's degree and an active DoD Secret clearance are required.
Experience Level
Entry Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of North Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in North Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.