ITSM Administrator
Location: Suitland, MD
Clearance: Active TS/SCI
Leidos is seeking an ITSM Administrator to join our team in Suitland, MD, supporting a mission focused environment for our customer. You will be responsible for the administration, configuration, and continuous improvement of the IT Service Management platform, helping ensure the systems and processes supporting mission operations remain reliable and effective.
In this role, you will manage the health and performance of the ITSM environment while supporting critical ITIL processes, including Incident, Problem, Change, Request, and Asset Management. You will troubleshoot platform issues, maintain asset and configuration documentation, develop operational reporting and dashboards, and support platform upgrades and improvements with minimal disruption to operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Administer the ITSM platform, including user access, groups, permissions, security controls, and overall platform health.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues within prescribed timelines.
- Track change requests and trouble tickets to ensure they are properly documented and managed.
- Configure and optimize core Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) modules, including Incident, Problem, Change, Request, and Asset Management.
- Maintain configuration management and lifecycle documentation for Mission IT assets.
- Provide recommendations for software updates and hardware replacements.
- Create custom reports, performance analytics, and dashboards to monitor operational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Plan, test, and execute platform upgrades, patches, and hotfixes while minimizing disruption to business operations.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in a related field with 3+ years of relevant experience. Additional training, certifications, or work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance.
- Certifications: CompTIA Security+, ITIL V4 Foundation, and ServiceNow Certified Developer/Associate.
- 3+ years of administration experience with Windows Server and/or Linux/CentOS environments.
- 2+ years of experience with ServiceNow reporting and performance metrics or comparable reporting tools.
- Expert level experience with ServiceNow ITSM Suite administration and development.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Asset Management, Service Request Management, and Change Management.
- 3+ years of experience supporting ServiceNow 9x or higher, including implementing and administering Asset Management and ServiceNow Discovery.
- In depth knowledge of Helpdesk operations and fundamentals.
- Basic to intermediate scripting skills using JavaScript, PowerShell, Python, or SQL for platform customization.
- Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving platform bugs, performance bottlenecks, and integration failures.
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Original Posting:August 10, 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 4+ years relevant experience or Master's with 3+ years (or equivalent experience/certifications)
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance
- CompTIA Security+ certification
- ITIL V4 Foundation certification
- ServiceNow Certified Developer/Associate certification
- 3+ years administration experience with Windows Server and/or Linux/CentOS environments
- 2+ years experience with ServiceNow reporting and performance metrics or comparable reporting tools
- Expert-level experience with ServiceNow ITSM Suite administration and development
- 3+ years hands-on experience with Asset Management, Service Request Management, and Change Management
- 3+ years supporting ServiceNow 9x or higher, including implementing and administering Asset Management and ServiceNow Discovery
- In-depth knowledge of Helpdesk operations and fundamentals
- Basic to intermediate scripting skills using JavaScript, PowerShell, Python, or SQL
- Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.









