Leidos

IT Specialist

Leidos  •  $92k - $167k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

Leidos is seeking an experienced IT Specialist to provide technical and operational information technology support for government and defense programs operating within classified environments. The selected candidate will support installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and sustainment of IT systems, hardware, software, and networked environments supporting mission-critical operations.

This role supports the management of physical and virtual environments by implementing best practices for system performance, security, backup and recovery, storage allocation, and infrastructure optimization. Responsibilities include monitoring system operations, applying patches and updates, reviewing performance logs to identify anomalies, troubleshooting technical issues, and recommending system configurations and functional improvements to support operational and customer requirements.

This position requires strong technical expertise in enterprise IT support, systems administration, customer support, and secure computing environments. The ideal candidate will work closely with system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, network engineers, and operational teams to ensure reliable system performance, compliance with security requirements, and operational readiness across multiple technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot desktop systems, laptops, servers, peripherals, and enterprise IT equipment within classified and operational environments.
  • Provide technical support and issue resolution for hardware, software, operating systems, applications, and network connectivity issues.
  • Support user account management, system access requests, password management, and system administration activities.
  • Monitor system performance and support implementation of patches, upgrades, software installations, and technology refresh activities.
  • Maintain IT asset inventories, system documentation, configuration records, and technical support procedures.
  • Coordinate with cybersecurity, network engineering, and systems administration teams to ensure compliance with security policies and operational requirements.
  • Support implementation and maintenance of secure IT environments in accordance with government and organizational cybersecurity standards.
  • Assist with system backups, data recovery, continuity of operations, and disaster recovery support activities.
  • Support technical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of system incidents and operational issues.
  • Participate in system deployments, operational testing, customer support activities, and technical upgrade initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 6+ years of prior relevant experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • Experience supporting enterprise IT systems, technical support operations, systems administration, or help desk activities within government or defense environments.
  • Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems, enterprise IT infrastructure, networking fundamentals, and system administration practices.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and customer support skills.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or classified operational environments.
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies, cloud environments, enterprise collaboration platforms, and endpoint management tools.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, DISA STIGs, RMF, and secure system configuration requirements.
  • Experience with Active Directory, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, VMware, or enterprise IT management platforms.
  • Professional certifications such as Security+, Network+, A+, Microsoft, Cisco, Linux, or related IT certifications.

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Original Posting:

May 20, 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.

Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

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Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
1969
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