Senior Service Desk Support Specialist in Redwood City
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SUMMARY: The Senior Support Specialist provides advanced technical support for complex hardware, software, and network issues escalated from Tier 1 and Tier 2. This role performs deep troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and partners with infrastructure and application teams to restore service and prevent recurrence. The Tier 3 specialist also mentors junior staff and contributes to continuous improvement of IT support processes., * Serve as final escalation point for Tier 1 and Tier 2 incidents across multi-site enterprise environments
- Lead advanced troubleshooting for enterprise Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022)
- Administer and optimize enterprise Active Directory (multi-domain/forest), Azure AD (Entra ID), and Group Policy architecture
- Manage enterprise-level Microsoft 365 tenant (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, Intune)Support hybrid cloud infrastructure (on-prem + Azure/AWS)
- Resolve the most complex incidents and service requests escalated from Tier 1 and Tier 2, ensuring timely and high-quality resolution.
- Perform root cause analysis on recurring issues, recommend and implement long-term corrective actions.
- Support and troubleshoot enterprise systems
- Act as an escalation point and subject matter expert for endpoint, application, and network-related issues.
- Collaborate with internal IT teams and third-party vendors to resolve advanced technical problems and coordinate changes.
- Document solutions, create knowledge base articles, and share best practices with the Service Desk team.
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive IT support experience, including prior Tier 2 responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11, macOS, Office 365, Intune/MDM, networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
- Advanced knowledge of:
- Active Directory (multi-domain/forest)
- Azure AD (Entra ID), OKTA, MFA
- Microsoft 365 enterprise tenant management
- Windows Server administration
- Enterprise networking fundamentals
- Experience in hybrid cloud environments (Azure and/or AWS)
- Strong scripting experience (PowerShell)
- Experience with enterprise ITSM platforms (ServiceNow )
- Experience supporting enterprise ticketing systems and working in an ITIL-oriented environment.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Certifications
- Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator (MS-102)
- CompTIA Security+ or higher
- ITIL Foundation or higher
EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Network+, Microsoft, ITIL Foundation).
Benefits & conditions
- Medical, Dental, Vision Plans Offered
- PTO, Sick
- Plus Healthcare Stipend
- 401k
- Company sponsored LTD/STD, Life Insurance