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Computer User Support Specialist II - Help Desk
Job Description
Position Type:
Full Time Salary:
$60K - $90K annually (depending on experience)Work Location:
Onsite.Position Overview:
We are seeking a Computer User Support Specialist II to provide Tier 2 technical support to end users in a DoD environment. The successful candidate will troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, operating system, account, and network connectivity issues while providing responsive and professional customer service. The position requires hands-on experience supporting Microsoft desktop environments, enterprise productivity applications, cybersecurity tools, Active Directory, and ServiceNow IT service management workflows. Key Responsibilities Provide Tier 2 help desk and desktop support to end users. Receive, manage, prioritize, troubleshoot, and resolve incidents and service requests using ServiceNow. Maintain accurate and timely ServiceNow ticket documentation, including troubleshooting steps, resolution details, categorization, prioritization, status updates, and closure information. Monitor assigned ServiceNow tickets to ensure timely resolution and compliance with established service-level requirements (SLAs). Identify recurring incidents and trends and contribute to knowledge articles, problem management, and continuous service improvement. Troubleshoot and resolve Windows workstation, application, account, and connectivity issues. Configure, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft desktop operating systems. Support Microsoft Office and other enterprise productivity applications. Administer Active Directory user and computer accounts, groups, permissions, and related access. Troubleshoot basic network connectivity issues and coordinate with network support personnel when escalation is required. Support and troubleshoot approved endpoint security and defense tools. Escalate complex or recurring issues to appropriate engineering, cybersecurity, or infrastructure support teams. Provide professional, customer-focused technical support in a mission-oriented environment. Follow applicable DoD, Navy, organizational, cybersecurity, configuration management, and IT service management policies and proceduresRequirements Required Qualifications:
Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing Tier 2 IT support, including the management, troubleshooting, and resolution of service desk/help desk tickets. Experience using ServiceNow or a comparable IT service management (ITSM) ticketing system to document, track, prioritize, and resolve incidents and service requests. Practical experience with the configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of Microsoft desktop operating systems. Experience supporting Microsoft Office and other desktop productivity applications. Working knowledge of desktop cybersecurity/defense tools and their use in an enterprise environment. Experience with Microsoft Active Directory, including: User and computer account management Password and account administration Group membership and permissions Basic troubleshooting of authentication and access issues Knowledge of basic network connectivity troubleshooting, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, connectivity testing, and common workstation network issues. Ability to diagnose technical issues, identify root causes, document resolutions, and escalate issues when appropriate. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide effective technical support to users with varying levels of technical expertise. CompTIA Security+ and/orISC2 SSCP
Current Microsoft Desktop Operating System certificationDesired:
ITIL Foundation Certification Education:
High School Diploma or GED required.Security Clearance:
T5 Investigation is required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Stock Option Plan Apply for this jobBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
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What they do
A Help Desk Technician or Analyst provides technical support to computer users. Handles customer inquiries and works to resolve technical issues with computer hardware, software or networks. Provides customer support by phone, email, live chat or with screen sharing. May refer customers with complex system or application problems for more advanced technical support. Tracks help requests using a ticketing system.
$56,425 / year median in New Jersey
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