Help Desk Technician Jobs in Dahlgren, VA

A Help Desk Technician is a vital part of the technology industry. They are responsible for providing technical support and assistance to users experiencing issues with hardware, software, and network systems. Their role involves troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving technical problems, often via remote access. They might also install, configure, and maintain software and hardware, and train users on new technologies. The technician will typically document incidents and solutions, often working within a ticketing system. They may work as a part of an IT team or independently in a smaller organization.

Important skills for a Help Desk Technician include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, thorough knowledge of computer systems, networks, and both common and proprietary software. Relevant certifications like CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ can greatly enhance job prospects. Some roles a person may hold before becoming a Help Desk Technician include: IT Support Specialist, Computer Technician, or Network Administrator. These roles provide valuable experience in troubleshooting, customer service, and technical knowledge that can be beneficial for a Help Desk Technician role.

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Call Center/Help Desk Technician III

  • UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Overview CALL CENTER/HELP DESK TECHNICIAN III (BHDA): Bowhead iscurrently seeking/searching for a qualified On-Site Tier III Call Center/Help Desk Support Technician to deliver exceptional technical...

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Computer Technician (11-Month) - Crow's Nest & Falls Run Elementary

  • Stafford County Public Schools
  • Stafford, VA (19 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stafford, VA (19 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Proactively maintains technology hardware, operating systems, and software. Participate and provides training Assists with staff development technical training....

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Customer Technical Support Specialist (Help Desk)

  • Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 1 day ago

Overview CUSTOMER TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST (HELP DESK) (RDTE) Bowhead is seeking a Customer Technical Support Specialist (Help Desk) in Dahlgren, VA to provide customer support and technical...

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IT Support Technician

  • Stafford County
  • Stafford, VA (19 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stafford, VA (19 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Hiring Range $28.38 - $32.63 per hour Prior related experience and internal equity factors will be considered when determining the final hourly rate offered to the selected candidate Please click...

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Technical Support Specialist

  • CSA Associates
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 17 days ago

Desk support IAT I Certification: A+, Network+, SSCP, CND, OR CCNA What Sets You Apart: IAT II Certification: CCNA, Security+, CySA+, CND, OR SSCP This job description is not designed to cover or contain...

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Tier III Help Desk/Systems Administrator

  • CommIT Enterprises, Inc
  • Stafford, VA (19 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Stafford, VA (19 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 21 days ago

Overview CommIT Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Tier III Help Desk/Systems Administrator with demonstrated expertise supporting projects for the Department of Defense (DoD). This position will be...

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IT Support Lead

  • Leidos
  • Accokeek, MD (22 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Accokeek, MD (22 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 22 days ago

Description The IT Support Lead leads daily SEC Customer Service Desk (CSD) operations supporting the ISS contract, including call-in, walk-in, email, and self-service portal intake channels as...

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Aegis Weapon System (AWS) Aegis Computer Network Technician (ACNT) Trainer

  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 23 days ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 23 days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Program Instruction Support...

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Information Technology Support Specialist

  • Spring Dell Center, Inc.
  • La Plata, MD (12 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • La Plata, MD (12 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Spring Dell Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer promoting a drug-free, smoke-free workplace that does not honor medical marijuana. Information Technology Support Specialist NOT A REMOTE...

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Technical Support Specialist

  • CSA Global LLC
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Desk support IAT I Certification: A+, Network+, SSCP, CND, OR CCNA What Sets You Apart: IAT II Certification: CCNA, Security+, CySA+, CND, OR SSCP...

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DOD Secret--NMCI Seat Rep - Help Desk

  • Associates Systems LLC
  • Indian Head, MD (17 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Indian Head, MD (17 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Experience shall demonstrate IT inventory control, and help desk support with Microsoft Windows (i.e. Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft TEAMS) as well as Acrobat Pro....

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IT Technical Support Specialist - Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

  • Sentara
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

City/State Woodbridge, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is hiring an IT Technical Support Specialist! Overview The IT Technical Support Specialist is a...

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Infrastructure Support Engineer

  • Strategic Insight
  • King George, VA (8 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • King George, VA (8 miles from Dahlgren, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

This role requires a strong understanding of virtualization technologies, scripting languages, operating systems, and complex system architectures....

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IT/Help Desk Support Specialist

  • ICI Services Corporation
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 90+ days ago

ICI Services-a 100% employee-owned company proudly celebrating 26 years of excellence-is seeking IT/Help Desk Support Specialist to support Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) -NSWC Dahlgren...

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Help Desk Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Help Desk Essentials
This three day QA authored course is designed primarily for those who are starting out in the IT support career. Working on a help desk or service desk, this course will provide a strong...
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With a predicted global population of nine billion people in 2050, a well-documented climate crisis, and a global food waste problem, the world needs to change. On this course, youll look at the...
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Salary for Help Desk Technician Jobs in Dahlgren, VA

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians in Dahlgren, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
Master's Degree
23.0%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
High School or GED
6.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Help Desk Technicians in Dahlgren, VA
2-4 years
36.5%
Less than 1 year
25.1%
1-2 years
23.2%
4-6 years
10.7%
None
3.2%
6-8 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.6%



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