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Help Desk Systems Administrator, Tier 1, 6am-4pm
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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.
$56,630 / year median in Maryland
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Location:
Annapolis Junction, MD ~~~ Shift Work - Monday to Friday 6am to 4pm All work is on-site. This is not a hybrid or remote position.Mission :
Management and sustainment of the AWS infrastructure.Clearance:
Active Top Secret SCI with appropriate polygraph.Certifications:
- IAT Level 1
- Comp
TIA A+ CE
- CompTIA Network+ CE
- Training not acceptable to meet
CE Requirement Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED with 10 years or experience; OR
- Bachelors degree with 5 years of experience.
- StrongCustomer Service skills.
- ServiceNow Ticketing System.
- Mission essential position: May include work on holidays when required
Core Responsibilities:
- Respond to user inquiries via phone, email, chat, or ticketing systems
- Log and track support requests using help desk ticketing system
- Diagnose and resolve basic technical issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity
- Provide step-by-step guidance to users for troubleshooting common problems
- Escalate complex issues to second-level support or specialized teams, when necessary, via ticketing system
Technical Support Tasks:
- Install, configure, and update software on user devices
- Assist with password resets, account lockouts, and access issues
- Support basic printer, scanner, and peripheral troubleshooting
- Help maintain inventory of IT assets (e.g., laptops, monitors, or accessories
- Documentation & Reporting
- Document and report solutions and procedures for recurring issues for leadership review.
- Maintain and report accurate records/tickets of support interactions and resolutions.
- Contribute to knowledge base articles for fellow co-workers and users to assist at arriving at self-service solutions.
- Accurately create and submit tickets for users containing all needed information and troubleshooting steps taken. Customer Service & Communication
- Maintain a professional and empathetic tone when dealing with users and co-workers.
- Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users.
- Document and reply provide updates on ticket status and possible resolutions.
- Actively participate in team environment assisting co-workers when needed.
- Compliance & Security
- Ensure adherence to all IT and departmental policies and procedures.
- Report potential security incidents or breaches to appropriate teams or team leaders
- This position is mission essential, may include work on holidays when required Benefits Wen believe great work starts with supporting our people.
- 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance
- Five weeks of PTO to start, accrued throughout the year
- Avariety of medical, dental, and vision plans ton fit your needs
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coveragen options, including voluntary supplemental plans
- Generous 401(k) employer match for all employees, alongn with the potential for an additional discretionary employer contribution
- Flexible schedules designed to support both ourn employees and our clients
- Hybrid work options available for eligible roles
- Robust employee referral bonus program
- Investment in your growth through training and tuition reimbursement We are consistently on the lookout forn talented IT professionals to join our growing company!