SMIT Service Desk Technical Lead​/Onsite Support

Position Overview

The SMIT Service Desk has an opening for an experienced Technical Lead to work in our Norfolk, VA office. This position provides Tier I assistance in problem resolution through mentoring and coaching through individual or classroom training instruction.

In addition, this Technical Lead will provide onsite support to troubleshoot, repair, and manage hardware, software, and network systems. It is essential for tasks requiring physical access and hands‑on hardware repairs.

• Provide onsite support.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and manage hardware, software, and network systems onsite.
• Monitor Teams Chat to assist Tier I Agents.
• Assist with training sessions and performance progression.
• Prepare for, lead, and follow‑up on technical training sessions.
• Track agent performance.
• Assist Supervisor with ticket analysis.
• Research mishandled tickets that get sent back to the team.
• Provide escalation follow‑up.
• Mentor and provide operational support to agents.
• Coordinate with OST to ensure additional operational support coverage for the team.
• Coordinate knowledge development and dissemination – Lead Service Desk Tier I team toward delivery of organizational goals.
• Position team toward delivery of Enterprise metrics.
• Assist and train SvD agents.
• Provide environment for continued agent development.
• Communicate effectively with peers and complementary support groups for maximum efficiency in meeting SLR's.

• High school education or equivalent and 1‑3 years general experience, or equivalent combination of experience and college level education.
• Minimum of 6 months of tenure with the NMCI Service Desk.
• Individuals on a Performance Improvement Plan or Attendance Warning will not be considered.
• 8570 certification – CompTIA Security+ CE.
• Three months or more experience supporting NNPI and/or SIPR in a Tier 1 role.
• Ability to attain Flank Speed Tier 1.5 qualification within 30 days.
• Superior skills in both written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power Shell.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of computer and networking technology.
• Ability to effectively document issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions implemented.
• Understands NMCI internal structure, processes and tools.
• Proficient with HPSM ticketing and Knowledge Management System.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Able to work assigned shifts as needed, including overnights and weekends.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related IT or equivalent work experience 2 years of experience on NMCI Service Desk.
• Candidates with fewer than 4 attendance occurrences in a rolling 90‑day period.
• Candidates with strong metrics in PAR and AHT.
• Proactive learner who takes ownership of their own growth and career development.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

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.