Tier 1 Help Desk Technician

Iron Bow Technologies is for people who believe trust is paramount , transformation is embraced , and the future is here , because "What we do matters !"

We are a next generation solutions provider, delivering mission success across government, healthcare, and commercial industries. Iron Bow relies on our passionate people , long standing partnerships , and strategic thinking to solve your most critical challenges.

Whether we team with clients, colleagues, or partners, we put each other first. It’s The Iron Bow Way.

2+ Years HDI-CSR or Google IT None 20% local

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a full-time, onsite Tier 1 Help Desk Technician to provide end-user technical support and customer service in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, technically driven, and passionate about delivering responsive IT support while helping end users resolve technical issues efficiently and professionally.

This role will support daily IT operations by responding to service desk requests, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, supporting device deployments, and assisting with user account administration and security support. The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Respond to service desk tickets, phone calls, walk-ins, and email requests in a timely and professional manner

Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, network, printing, VPN, Microsoft 365, password, account access, and mobile device issues

Support desktops, laptops, tablets, phones, printers, and other peripherals

Escalate complex incidents and unresolved issues to senior IT staff or external vendors as needed

Configure and deploy laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and printers

Perform imaging, software installations, workstation setup, and equipment refresh activities

Maintain asset inventory records and assist with device lifecycle management

Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including technology provisioning and account setup

Create, modify, disable, and maintain user accounts and permissions within Active Directory and Microsoft 365

Assist with MFA enrollment, cybersecurity awareness efforts, and enforcement of IT security policies

Identify and report suspicious activity, phishing attempts, or security concerns

Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users

Provide end-user guidance and training on Microsoft 365, collaboration tools, and internal applications

Create and maintain knowledge base articles, user guides, and technical documentation

Help manage user expectations during outages, maintenance windows, and service interruptions

Contribute to a positive team environment with a strong customer-first mindset

SKILLS THAT DRIVE SUCCESS

1–2 years of experience in an IT Help Desk or technical support environment

Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, mobile devices, and Microsoft technologies

Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Active Directory, VPN connectivity, and account administration

Familiarity with ticketing systems and service desk operations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong customer service abilities

Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask effectively, and remain composed in high-volume support environments

Strong attention to detail and commitment to issue resolution and follow-through

Ability to explain technical concepts in user-friendly language

WHAT SETS YOU APART

A proactive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and grow professionally

Strong customer service mindset and commitment to delivering a positive end-user experience

Experience supporting onboarding/offboarding processes and device lifecycle management

Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and identifying/reporting suspicious activity

Experience creating user documentation, quick-reference guides, or knowledge base articles

Ability to adapt quickly and support a wide range of technologies and user needs

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires candidates to be onsite at our Herndon VA office, and able to support local travel, Washington DC, up to 20%.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

You will be part of a mission-critical team that directly impacts our ability to deliver competitive, compliant and innovative solutions to our customers.

You will be a key contributor to Iron Bow’s transformational shift in how we deliver value to both customers and employees.

You will have the pleasure of working with passionate professionals in a culture that fosters a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed.

Compensation and Benefit Information

The salary range for this position is $22-27/hr . This range reflects the anticipated base pay for the position and is not a guarantee of final compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, contract requirements, and business needs.

Iron Bow Technologies reserves the right to fill this role at a different level, depending on qualifications and organizational priorities. This range represents only one component of Iron Bow’s total compensation package. An overview of our benefits is available on our careers page.

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OUR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITMENT

Iron Bow Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Iron Bow are based on relevant business considerations, such as operational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic prohibited by law. Iron Bow will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.