Help Desk Support Technician

BUFFALO, NY, US • Posted 7 hours ago • Updated 7 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $40,001.00 - 80,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Help Desk
Tier 2
Enterprise Software
Computer Networking
Documentation
SOP
Tier 1
Adaptability
Attention To Detail
Computer Hardware
Laptop
Printers
Knowledge Base
Collaboration
System Administration
Network
Customer Service
Issue Resolution
Computer Science
Technical Support
IT Operations
Communication
CompTIA
IT Service Management
Microsoft Windows
OS X
Linux
Process Improvement
Security Clearance
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2600913

Location: BUFFALO, NY, US

Date Posted: 2026-01-29

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Technical Svcs

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

We are seeking a Help Desk Support Technician for Tier 2 Desk-Side Support at our Buffalo, NY location. This role requires providing on-site and remote technical assistance for escalated issues beyond Tier 1 scope to FDA, ensuring efficient operation of hardware, software, and peripheral devices. The ideal candidate would possess a Public Trust clearance and would serve as the primary escalation point for advanced troubleshooting and ensure seamless end-user support.

Core Competencies

Technical Knowledge - Solid grasp of OS, hardware, enterprise apps, and networking basics.
Troubleshooting - Diagnose, escalate, and resolve advanced technical issues.
Customer Service - Communicate clearly and professionally with end users.
Sense of Urgency - Prioritize critical issues, meet SLAs.
Documentation - Write clear ticket journal notes and closure details for transparency.
SOP Adherence - Consistently follow standardized procedures for ticket handling.
Collaboration - Work effectively with Tier 1, peers, and escalation teams.
Adaptability - Adjust quickly to new technologies and shifting priorities.
Attention to Detail - Ensure accuracy and completeness in tickets, notes, and resolutions.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Duties

Resolve escalated tickets for hardware, software, and network issues.
Install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, and peripherals.
Support enterprise applications and user account access.
Assist with upgrades, patching, and rollouts.
Write clear and complete ticket journal notes and closure comments.
Follow standardized SOPs for ticket triage, escalation, and resolution.
Maintain and update knowledge base articles for repeatable fixes.
Collaborate with system admins, network, and application teams for escalations.
Deliver excellent customer service while ensuring timely issue resolution.

Qualifications

Required:

Associate's degree or higher in IT, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Advanced understanding of enterprise systems, networks, and applications.
2-4 years of experience in technical support or IT operations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

CompTIA A+, or other relevant certifications.
Experience with ITSM tools, ticketing systems, and enterprise applications.
Familiarity with multiple platforms (Windows, MacOS, Linux.)
Ability to analyze recurring issues and recommend process improvements.

Required Clearances/ Certifications

Authorized to work in the U.S.
Must be able to acquire Public Trust Clearance.

Work Environment / Location Expectations

Primarily onsite with possible hybrid options depending on business needs.
Standard office environment with occasional lifting of IT equipment (up to 25 lbs.)
Minimal travel required.

Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2600913
Posted 7 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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