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Desktop Support Lead

Peraton

San Antonio, TXFull-time$66–106K/yrPosted 1 day agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$66–106K/yr
Location
San Antonio, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CompTIA Security+ CEPublic Trust clearance

Job overview

Peraton seeks a Desktop Support Lead to provide Tier I and II technical support for software, hardware, and network issues, guide users through solutions, and resolve or escalate problems. The role also supports information requests and training, conducts technical research, maintains network diagrams and circuit records, and may perform basic PC, PBX, and network programming.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project ManagementService Desk SupportCustomer ServiceCommunicationCritical ThinkingAnalytical SkillsPresentation SkillsProblem SolvingMentoringMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft ProjectServiceNow

Qualifications

High School Diploma5+ Years ExperienceU.S. CitizenshipDoD Security Clearance EligibilityIM/IT Support ExperienceCompTIA Security+ CEHDI CertificationITIL 4 Foundations Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Desktop Support Lead. In this role you will perform the following duties, but not be limited to:

  • Provides Tier I and II technical software, hardware and network problem resolution for clients by performing problem diagnosis and guiding users through step-by-step solutions or may provide expertise to solve first and second tier technical support issues for end-users of the organization's products and services.

  • Uses automated information systems to analyze routine situations.

  • Reviews incoming requests, both computer generated and verbal, sort, code and may prioritize for proper action.

  • Resolves problems or contacts more senior technical support as necessary.

  • Supports users by fulfilling individual requests for information and/or training in the utilization of the various databases available.

  • Conducts technical research for source of information required in support of request for information related to ongoing programs and proposal efforts.

  • Maintains network diagrams and circuit records.

  • Instructs users in the use of PCs and networks.

  • May perform basic PC, PBX, and network software programming. Interacts with other team members, such as network services, software engineering, and/or applications development to restore services and/or identify and correct the core problem.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • HS diploma with 5-6 years of experience is required• Must be U.S citizen• Ability to obtain Department of Defense security clearance (ADP II Public Trust)• IM/IT support experience (or related relevant experience).• Must have a ComptTIA Security+ CE Certificate• Proven project management skills in setting priorities to meet project deadlines• Proven knowledge of Service Desk support environments

Desired Qualifications:

  • Strong customer service and communications skills, both oral and written• Strong critical thinking skills that facilitate service delivery methodology innovation• Proven project management skills in setting priorities to meet project deadlines• Strong knowledge of Service Desk support environments• Strong analytical, presentation, and problem-solving skills• Experience mentoring personnel• Ability to establish a solid working relationship with customers, staff, managers and peers• Proven technical competence in the following areas:• Microsoft Office Products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook• Microsoft Visio and Project• ServiceNow relevant experience• HDI certification preferred• Be able to obtain ITIL 4 Foundations Certification

Target Salary Range $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

How this job compares

Set against the 745 open Desktop Support jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$66–106K/yr
  • US median$60–74K/yr192 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $86K, is 29% above the US median midpoint ($67K) — in the top quarter of Desktop Support salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 88 open Desktop Support jobs in Texas and 745 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience — more than three in four Desktop Support postings that state a minimum ask for (median 2 years, across 540 postings).
Education
21 of the 745 open Desktop Support jobs (3%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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