Application Support Manager Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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What You Will Do:

• Provide Tier II/Tier III production support for enterprise applications, including .NET systems, Appian platforms, and microservices-based architectures.

• Troubleshoot and resolve application defects, performance issues, and system outages.

• Monitor application health using logs, alerts, and dashboards to ensure system availability and stability.

• Perform root cause analysis and coordinate resolution with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams.

• Support incident, problem, and change management processes in a structured operational environment.

• Assist with application deployments, releases, and validation activities.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs, runbooks, and knowledge articles.

• Respond to user requests and service tickets, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication.

• Provide functional and technical support to end users, maintaining a strong customer service orientation.

• Collaborate across teams to improve system reliability, automation, and operational efficiency.

• Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging tools, technologies, and best practices.

What You Will Need:

• Four (4) years of relevant application support experience.

• Associate's degree (AA/AS) in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while supporting technical objectives.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing application issues.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies and tools.

• Strong customer service mindset and professionalism in all interactions.

• Experience supporting .NET-based applications.

• Working knowledge of Appian or similar BPM/low-code platforms.

• Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.

• Experience with REST APIs, integrations, and service-based systems.

• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases.

• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure).

• Experience with incident/service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira).

• US Citizens and Green Card holders only.

• No Visa Sponsorship available for this position.

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Exposure to application performance monitoring and reliability engineering concepts

• Experience supporting enterprise applications in regulated or secure environments

• Knowledge of automation tools and scripting for operational efficiency

• Prior experience in environments with complex, multi-system integrations

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

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