IT Support Specialist
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Job description
The Information Technology Support Specialist performs analytical, technical, and administrative work in the planning and installation of new and existing personal devices and workstations; diagnoses and resolves problems in response to customer reported incidents; confers with end users to determine types of hardware and software required; installs new hardware and software and maintains existing components; trains end users in the use of equipment and software; performs general maintenance tasks; troubleshoots and resolves issues with user devices and peripheral equipment located throughout the organization; prepares progress reports for all work performed; evaluates products for compatibility, expandability, and ease of use and support; recommends to management the support or nonsupport of evaluated products. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title. Responsibilities:
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Provide advanced customer service and technical support to end-users for hardware and software
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Analyze, research, and resolve complex end-user escalation incidents or issues and troubleshooting from other IT support staff; escalate as necessary
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Install, configure, and test installed hardware and software on new or existing devices, in accordance with standard procedures
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Set up new equipment and devices; set up and maintain workstations; provide appropriate access to applications, systems, and data
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Provide guidance and explain policies and procedures to IT support staff and end-users
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Train customers on new devices and technologies
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Communicate and translate technical information to non-technical end users; maintain communication and monitor incident through resolution
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Participate in the maintenance, implementation, troubleshooting, and end-user support for applications, mobile devices, and servers
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Implement security policies and protocols
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Review, update, and maintain documentation to ensure internal processes and procedures, workflows, and training manuals are current
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Review and evaluate new hardware and software products; recommend the implementation of new products
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Replace equipment that has reached the end of its warranty or lifecycle
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Create, track, and maintain reports and provide updates to management
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Assist in tracking and maintaining hardware and software inventory; interact with vendors
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May monitor infrastructure issues and resolve or escalate to higher levels of support
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May mentor, train, and direct the work of other staff members and/or student workers
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Maintains full compliance with all corporate network Standards and SOPs as well as all SOX and FDA Part 11 guidelines.
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Prioritize and implement standard services
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Troubleshoot client login issues to determine and resolve the reported problem (Account, Connectivity, and Cisco VPN)
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Active Directory User Management (Creations, Terminations, Attribute Modifications, Group Memberships)
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Advanced knowledge of Microsoft M365 Products (Outlook, Office, Teams, SharePoint, Yammer, Planner, OneDrive)
Requirements
- Relevant Technical training preferred.
- Microsoft Certification preferred.
Language skills
- English - Advanced (C1), any other language is an advantage
Years and Type of Experience:
- 1- 2 years' relevant experience
Key Required Skills, Knowledge and Capabilities:
- Internationally and culturally aware
- Strategic focus with the ability to also operate tactically when needed
- Exceptional Analytical thinking with effective judgment and decision-making capabilities
- Patience with users and ability to remain calm
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving and research skills that translate to the ability to find solutions for customer problems when a solution is not immediately apparent
- Interpersonal skills that function to create connections and positive experiences for customers
- Technological skills specific to the company's products and trouble-shooting practices
Benefits & conditions
Eligibility: All successful applicants must be eligible to work in the country the position is based.