Application Support Specialist; Clearance Required Security Clearance

Position: Application Support Specialist (Clearance Required) with Security Clearance
Description

Position Overview The Tier 3 Support Specialist provides advanced technical and operational support for mission-critical systems. This role focuses on incident response, defect triage, and sustained operational support to ensure system availability, performance, and reliability. The ideal candidate brings hands-on troubleshooting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operational environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide Tier 3 technical support for SWFT and FTS applications and services
* Lead and participate in incident response, including issue identification, root-cause analysis, mitigation, and resolution
* Perform defect triage, analyzing reported issues, validating defects, and coordinating with development and engineering teams
* Monitor system health and performance using monitoring and logging tools
* Document incidents, resolutions, and troubleshooting steps in Service Now
* Support operational handoffs and escalations during extended support hours  ET)
* Collaborate with Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams to resolve complex issues and prevent recurring incidents
* Assist with operational readiness activities, maintenance events, and system updates
* Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying trends, risks, and process enhancements

Required Qualifications
* Active Top Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility
* 1+ year of experience providing technical or operational support in a production environment

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with incident management and defect triage
* Hands-on experience using Service Now for ticketing and incident tracking
* Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., application logs, system dashboards, alerting tools)
* Ability to troubleshoot complex issues across applications, services, and workflows
* Experience supporting SWFT and/or FTS systems
* Prior Tier 3 or escalation-level support experience
* Exposure to ITIL-based operational processes
* Experience supporting mission-critical or high-availability systems Professional Skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional support team Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer . Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

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As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted . This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at .

We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is :
$89,649.00 - $ Nationwide Remote Office (US99)