Position Summary:
Leidos is seeking an experienced IT Specialist to provide technical and operational information technology support for government and defense programs operating within classified environments. The selected candidate will support installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and sustainment of IT systems, hardware, software, and networked environments supporting mission-critical operations.
This role supports the management of physical and virtual environments by implementing best practices for system performance, security, backup and recovery, storage allocation, and infrastructure optimization. Responsibilities include monitoring system operations, applying patches and updates, reviewing performance logs to identify anomalies, troubleshooting technical issues, and recommending system configurations and functional improvements to support operational and customer requirements.
This position requires strong technical expertise in enterprise IT support, systems administration, customer support, and secure computing environments. The ideal candidate will work closely with system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, network engineers, and operational teams to ensure reliable system performance, compliance with security requirements, and operational readiness across multiple technology platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot desktop systems, laptops, servers, peripherals, and enterprise IT equipment within classified and operational environments.
- Provide technical support and issue resolution for hardware, software, operating systems, applications, and network connectivity issues.
- Support user account management, system access requests, password management, and system administration activities.
- Monitor system performance and support implementation of patches, upgrades, software installations, and technology refresh activities.
- Maintain IT asset inventories, system documentation, configuration records, and technical support procedures.
- Coordinate with cybersecurity, network engineering, and systems administration teams to ensure compliance with security policies and operational requirements.
- Support implementation and maintenance of secure IT environments in accordance with government and organizational cybersecurity standards.
- Assist with system backups, data recovery, continuity of operations, and disaster recovery support activities.
- Support technical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of system incidents and operational issues.
- Participate in system deployments, operational testing, customer support activities, and technical upgrade initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 6+ years of prior relevant experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Experience supporting enterprise IT systems, technical support operations, systems administration, or help desk activities within government or defense environments.
- Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems, enterprise IT infrastructure, networking fundamentals, and system administration practices.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and customer support skills.
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or classified operational environments.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies, cloud environments, enterprise collaboration platforms, and endpoint management tools.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, DISA STIGs, RMF, and secure system configuration requirements.
- Experience with Active Directory, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, VMware, or enterprise IT management platforms.
- Professional certifications such as Security+, Network+, A+, Microsoft, Cisco, Linux, or related IT certifications.
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Original Posting:May 20, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 6+ years
- Experience in enterprise IT systems or support operations
- Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Leidos and has not been reviewed or approved by Leidos.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
