Cybersecurity​/Service Desk Administrator II Security Clearance

Position: Cybersecurity/Service Desk Administrator II with Security Clearance
Location: Lexington Park

Description Saalex Corporation is seeking a Cybersecurity/Service Desk Administrator II in Lexington Park, MD. Saalex is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Position Type:
Full-Time Salary: $60K-$65K (depending on experience)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).
** Onsite Requirements: 4 days in office, 1 day remote

Job Summary The Cybersecurity/Service Desk Administrator II provides advanced technical support and serves as an escalation point for complex IT issues. This role supports end users across hardware, software, and network environments while contributing to service desk process improvements, documentation, and mentoring of Tier I staff. The Service Desk Administrator II plays a key role in maintaining service levels, ensuring timely resolution of incidents, and supporting IT operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide Tier II technical support for end users, resolving escalated issues related to desktops, laptops, mobile devices, operating systems, applications, and peripherals.

* Diagnose and troubleshoot complex hardware, software, and connectivity issues across Windows and/or macOS environments.

* Manage and resolve service requests and incidents within defined SLAs using the ITSM ticketing system.

* Serve as an escalation point for Tier I Service Desk staff and provide guidance, coaching, and technical assistance.

* Perform user account management including onboarding/offboarding, password resets, group memberships, and access provisioning (e.g., Active Directory, Azure AD).

* Support common enterprise applications such as Microsoft 365, email systems, VPNs, and collaboration tools.

* Assist with device imaging, deployments, upgrades, and patching.

* Create, maintain, and improve knowledge base articles, SOPs, and technical documentation.

* Identify recurring issues and recommend solutions to improve service desk efficiency and user experience.

* Participate in after-hours or on-call support rotations as required.

* Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to resolve cross-functional issues.

* Ensure compliance with IT policies, security standards, and data protection requirements.

* Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements

Required:

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent work experience.

* 3-5 years of experience in an IT Service Desk or technical support role.

* Strong working knowledge of Windows operating systems and Microsoft 365.

* Experience with Active Directory, user account management, and basic networking concepts.

* Familiarity with ITSM tools (e.g., Service Now, Jira Service Management, Zendesk).

* Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

* Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-service mindset. Desired:
* Experience supporting macOS and mobile device management (MDM) solutions.

* Basic knowledge of networking (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN).

* ITIL Foundation certification.

* Relevant technical certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft certifications).

* Experience mentoring or training junior support staff. Security Clearance:
* Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent work experience Benefits
* Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
* Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
* Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
* Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
* Short Term & Long Term Disability
* Training & Development
* Wellness Resources
* Stock Option Benefit