{"id":3950648,"url":"https://alion.io/job/kentro-remote-ham-technical-field-implementation-specialist-va-esom","title":"Remote HAM Technical Field Implementation Specialist (VA ESOM)","company":{"id":2681208,"name":"Kentro","domain":"kentro.us","url":"https://alion.io/company/kentro","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"services","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":null},"role":"Solutions","role_family":"Solutions","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"remote","remote_scope":"stated_countries","remote_scope_basis":"posting_text","remote_working_hours":{"label":"ET","utc_offset_min":-5,"utc_offset_max":-5},"hiring_geo_confidence":"inferred","locations":[],"countries":[],"hiring_countries":["US"],"hiring_countries_total":1,"salary":{"min":70000,"max":120000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":120000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"ServiceNow","optional":false},{"name":"Windows","optional":false},{"name":"CMMC","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-08T23:46:27Z","employer_posted_date":null,"last_verified_at":"2026-11-08T23:46:27Z","board_verified":false,"closed_at":null,"days_open":6,"trust":{"level":"not_scored","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":6},"description":"Overview\n\nThank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. \nBy joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.\nKentro is hiring for a HAM Technical Field Implementation Specialist to support the VA ESOMcontract. The HAM Technical Field Implementation Specialistserves as a trusted advisor for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) field organizations as they transition to ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management (HAM) as the enterprise system of record. The Specialist leads change management at the site level, training field staff on new processes, tools, and expectations while maintaining operational continuity. \n\nKentro configured ServiceNow HAM for the VA, and this role is central to translating that configuration into consistent, policy-aligned practice in the field. The Specialist interprets VA asset management policy and directives, advises end users on compliant processes, and resolves complex and non-standard issues through root cause analysis and technical research, including issues involving device operating systems and how endpoint data is reflected in hardware asset records. The Specialist prioritizes incoming requests, tests and refines guidance to ensure end users receive accurate direction, and documents best practices that strengthen adoption and data quality across the enterprise.\nLocation: Remote - This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours.\nCompensation Range: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,000 –$120,000 annually and reflects Kentro’s good-faith expectations at the time of posting. Final compensation is determined based on the role’s requirements, relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, work location, applicable security clearance requirements, market conditions, internal equity, and contract requirements.\nThis Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro’s culture of collaboration and adaptability.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nChange Management and Adoption\nLead site-level change management activities that prepare field staff to adopt ServiceNow HAM, including readiness assessments, targeted communications, and reinforcement of new processes.\n\nIdentify adoption barriers and sources of resistance, and partner with the Change Management team to develop targeted interventions that sustain behavior change.\n\nDeliver training, coaching, and just-in-time support so field staff can independently navigate ServiceNow HAM, submit requests, and track status.\n\nReinforce job aids, standard operating procedures, and training materials, and recommend updates based on field feedback and observed adoption trends.\n\nMonitor adoption indicators and field sentiment, escalating risks and recommending course corrections to program leadership.\n\nPolicy Interpretation and Compliance\nInterpret VA and federal asset management policies, directives, and procedures, and translate requirements into clear, actionable guidance for field staff.\n\nEnsure field practices and ServiceNow HAM usage align with applicable policy, identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions.\n\nAdvise stakeholders on how policy applies to non-standard scenarios, documenting interpretations to promote consistency across sites.\n\nClient Relationships and Field Engagement\n\nBuild and sustain trusted relationships with VA field stakeholders.\n\nSelect the most effective communication channel (e.g., chat, email, phone, or virtual meeting) based on issue urgency and stakeholder needs.\n\nPrioritize field requests, change management activities, and programmatic tasks based on urgency, operational impact, and site needs.\n\nManage stakeholder expectations and provide proactive, timely updates through issue resolution.\n\nTechnical Issue Research and Resolution\nConduct root cause analysis and investigative research to resolve standard and non-standard asset, inventory, and ServiceNow HAM issues.\n\nApply working knowledge of device operating systems (e.g., Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android) to diagnose issues with device identification and discovery, explain how endpoint data populates hardware asset records, and advise on operating system considerations that affect asset lifecycle decisions.\n\nTest, validate, and iterate on resolution approaches and end-user guidance within ServiceNow to confirm accuracy before broader dissemination.\n\nEscalate configuration defects and enhancement opportunities to the appropriate technical teams with clear supporting documentation.\n\nInventory and Asset Process Support\nSupport field inventory activities and reconciliation in ServiceNow HAM across the hardware asset lifecycle, from receipt through disposition.\n\nApply standardized asset processes consistently across field sites to strengthen data accuracy, accountability, and audit readiness.\n\nDocumentation and Best Practices\nDocument best practices and policy interpretations aligned to the ServiceNow HAM environment configured for the VA.\n\nDevelop and maintain knowledge articles and reference materials that enable field staff to complete tasks independently and consistently.\n\nCapture lessons learned and field insights to inform continuous improvement of processes, training, and platform configuration.\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor’s degree in business, computer science or technical discipline is required (8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education).\n\n5+ years of experience in relationship management, change management, and/or IT asset management operations.\n\nWorking knowledge of IT hardware asset lifecycle activities, such as receiving, inventory, and disposition.\n\nDemonstrated experience leading organizational change, including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption reinforcement.\n\nDemonstrated ability to interpret policies, regulations, or directives and apply them to ensure operational alignment.\n\nWorking knowledge of common device operating systems and their relationship to hardware asset data.\n\nProven ability to independently research, test, and resolve non-standard issues.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical processes to non-technical audiences and produce clear, accurate documentation.\n\nSound judgment in managing competing requests across multiple stakeholders and sites.\n\nStrong attention to detail and the ability to consistently follow standardized procedures.\n\nExperience operating within large, complex, and regulated organizations, preferably federal or federal-adjacent.\n\n Preferred Qualifications: \n\nExperience with ServiceNow HAM, HAM Pro, or the Hardware Asset Workspace.\n\nExperience supporting end users through a system implementation, rollout, or hypercare period.\n\nFamiliarity with federal property management and equipment accountability requirements.\n\nExperience supporting inventory reconciliation or physical asset audits.\n\nPrior experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs or another federal health or civilian agency.\n\nActive ServiceNow certifications such as Certified System Administrator (CSA).\n\nClearance Requirement:\nUS Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card)\n\nWilling and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance \n\nMust meet updated ID requirements: If you do not currently meet the ID requirements outlined, you must be willing and able to update your current forms of ID in a timely manner to complete the suitability process successfully. \n\nBenefits\n\nThe CompanyWe believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.\nWe hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.\nIndustry RecognitionGrowth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.\nCulture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award\nBenefitsWe offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.\nWe work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.\nCommitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.\nKentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.\nAs part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.\nWe encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.\nOur commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. 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