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Req ID: 40966 Summary Junior Helpdesk Specialist Springfield, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where ...

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How much do junior helpdesk jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior helpdesk in the United States is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Helpdesk, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Helpdesk, you need a basic understanding of computer hardware, software troubleshooting, and customer support, often supported by a relevant IT certification or coursework. Familiarity with ticketing systems like Jira or ServiceNow, as well as remote access tools, is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving abilities set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure efficient resolution of user issues and help maintain smooth IT operations within an organization.

What are Junior Helpdesk roles?

Junior Helpdesk roles involve providing first-level technical support to users experiencing issues with their computers, software, or network systems. Responsibilities typically include answering support tickets, troubleshooting basic IT problems, and escalating more complex issues to senior staff. Junior Helpdesk professionals also assist with setting up new equipment, maintaining records, and offering guidance to users to resolve common technical problems. This entry-level position is a great starting point for those seeking a career in IT support.

What is the difference between Junior Helpdesk vs Helpdesk Technician?

AspectJunior HelpdeskHelpdesk Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+)High school diploma; often holds certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+
Work EnvironmentEntry-level support in IT departments, helpdesk support centersSimilar environment, providing technical support to end-users
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in IT support teams across various industriesStandard role in IT service desks, customer support, and internal tech teams

The main difference between Junior Helpdesk and Helpdesk Technician lies in experience level and scope. Junior Helpdesk roles are typically entry-level, focusing on basic troubleshooting and support, while Helpdesk Technicians may have more experience and handle more complex issues. Both roles are essential in IT support, often overlapping in responsibilities but distinguished by skill level and experience.

What are some common challenges faced by Junior Helpdesk professionals, and how can they effectively address them?

Junior Helpdesk professionals often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of support tickets, troubleshooting unfamiliar technical issues, and balancing multiple tasks at once. To address these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational and time management skills, actively seek guidance from more experienced team members, and continuously expand technical knowledge through training and documentation. Maintaining clear communication with users and collaborating closely with IT colleagues also helps ensure timely and effective problem resolution.
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Junior Helpdesk Specialist

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist in providing technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, or software.

  • Respond to email or chat messages for customers seeking help and walk customers through the problem-solving process.

  • Create a ticket in the approved incident management system for all support calls received or route user support calls to the appropriate IT Help Desk.


Job description

Overview

Junior Helpdesk Specialist

Springfield, VA

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer's core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level! 

Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) was created with the purpose of providing integrated enterprise IT support to Federal customers both CONUS and OCONUS. CARS employs Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with decades of experience working in the Federal marketplace. 

The Junior Helpdesk Specialist provides superior customer service in support of customer requests when contacting the Single-Point-of-Contact IT Service Desk located in Springfield, VA.

Responsibilities
  • Assist in providing technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, or software.
  • Assist in responding to queries, run diagnostic programs, isolate problems, and determine and implement solutions.
  • Respond to email or chat messages for customers seeking help.
  • Walk customers through the problem-solving process.
  • Run diagnostic programs to resolve problems.
  • Follow up with customers to ensure issue(s) were resolved.
  • Gain feedback from customers about system usage.
  • Run reports to determine malfunctions that continue to occur.
  • Create a ticket in the approved incident management system for all support calls received or route user support calls to the appropriate IT Help Desk.
  • Utilize Attempt First Call Resolution (FCR) for all requests received.
  • Provide first contact account resets, unlocking, troubleshooting, and security issue/error resolution.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree OR
  • Associate's Degree OR
  • High School Diploma and 1+ years of Information Technology experience OR
  • 3+ years of Military experience OR
  • 1+ years of experience in a government agency work environment
  • Relevant experience with the following:
    • Operational experience with ServiceNow
    • Experience within the Intelligence Community
  • Exhibit excellent customer service, organizational, and time management skills
  • Ability to obtain DoD 8140 (formerly 8570.01-M) IAT Level I: A+ CE, CCNA-Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP, within 6 months of hire
  • TS/SCI clearance required
  • Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active DoD 8140 (formerly 8570.01-M) IAT Level I

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to obtain CI Poly Clearance
  • Ability to work schedule - Sun- Wed 6 am to 4 pm
  • Ability to work nights/weekends/holidays as needed
  • Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting
  • Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time-related constraints in a fast-paced contracting environment
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals
  • Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others.
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting, as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues.
  • Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, and previous customer service experience strongly desired.
  • Good problem-solving skills; ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it

How you'll grow 

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. 

We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers. 

Benefits 

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits. 

Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you. 

Chenega MIOS's culture 

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives. 

Corporate citizenship 

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities. 

Learn more about Chenega's impact on the world. 

Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/ 

Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team 

We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links: 

Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com 

Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/ 

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/ 

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME