Tier 1 Customer Service Representative

Description

The Digital Modernization Sector has an opening for a Computer Operator / Tier 1 Customer Service Representative.

Position requires shift flexibility to support 8am - 8pm on Monday through Friday (a 8x5 day operation) with expanded weekend operations in September and October.

The hourly rate for this position is $17.86 / hr.

The Computer Operator / Tier 1 Customer Service Representative (CSR) will be experienced representative responsible for answering Tier 1 customer inquiries. CSR will :

Provide Tier 1 service desk support for insurance issuers, Agents and Web brokers, CMS / CCIIO application users, Health Insurance Exchanges and state agencies based on Inquiries are received via phone, 1-855-CMS-1515 (1-855-267-1515), or email, CMS_FEPS@cms.hhs.gov .

Provide account access support, such as password resets and unlocking accounts for various marketplace applications including COTS products such as TIBCO MFT Log user inquiries in Service Now and assign to the right groups internally before assigning to Tier 2 support.

Triage inquiries by marketplace functions and assign to the right marketplace systems / CCIIO business groups as applicable - skills and knowledge provided by training via our training instructors.

Provide general policy information supplied by the business owners and Tier 2 systems Provide process guidance to the requesters seeking help / guidance based on information provided by CMS / CCIIO business owners and Tier 2 support teams.

Respond effectively and accurately to or properly route IT inquiries and escalations for The Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services Marketplace Service Desk.

Provide the customer with accurate and complete responses; provide ticket status information, while meeting and exceeding service expectations.

Utilize a Knowledge Base to locate scripted answers and to thoroughly document information into the database.

Escalate requests to appropriate IT departments throughout the CMS Marketplace Service Desk organization to prevent work stoppage due to technology challenges.

Provides guidance to customer on next steps as well as summarizes the contact including the responses and the referrals.

Provide account access support, such aspassword resets and unlocking accounts for various marketplace applications including COTS products.

Log user inquiries in Service Now and assign to the right groups internallybefore assigning to Tier 2 support. Support triage inquiries by marketplace functions and assign to the right marketplace systems / CCIIO business groups as applicable - skills and knowledge provided by training via our training instructors.

Required Qualifications :

GED or higher.

Experience with follow up and closure for customer. Experience with thorough documentation of contact.

Proven excellent customer service skills.

Excellent verbal and written communications.

Must have strong focus, dedication to research and resolve issues.

Excellent knowledge of computers and Microsoft systems, 40 wpm typing.

Receptive to training for business acumen adoption, service desk operational processes, and information dissemination that aligns with a Tier 1 service desk function.

Strong communication skills and multi-tasking skills.

Strong verbal customer service skills.

Must be available to work nights, holidays and weekends.

All candidates supporting the CMS programs must have lived in the United. States at least three (3) out of the last five (5) years prior to be considered.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.

Desired Skills :

CxOne and ServiceNow knowledge a plus.

High volume IT Support experience.

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting : September 25, 2025

For 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.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $33,150.00 - $59,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

Securing Your Data

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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .

Commitment to Non-Descrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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