Sr. IT Help Desk Analyst
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Job description
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Advanced Helpdesk Support: Deliver high-level technical support for C-Suite Executives, including troubleshooting, technology assistance and effective & clear communication throughout issue resolution.
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Provide technical support for hardware, software, operating systems, and network-related issues.
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Troubleshoot and resolve complex incidents involving Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, VPN, printers, remote access, and line-of-business applications.
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Manage user accounts, permissions, group memberships, and access requests in Active Directory and related systems.
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Support onboarding, offboarding, workstation provisioning, software installations, device replacements, and user setup activities.
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Own incidents through resolution, ensuring timely follow-up, strong customer communication, and accurate ticket updates.
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Escalation & Problem Resolution: Act as a senior escalation point for unresolved service desk issues and recurring technical problems.
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Perform root cause analysis for common incidents and recommend long-term fixes to improve service stability.
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Coordinate with infrastructure, security, networking, and application teams to resolve cross-functional technical issues.
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Identify trends in support tickets and recommend improvements to reduce repeat incidents and improve end-user experience.
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Endpoint & Workplace Technology Support: Support desktop, laptop, mobile device, and peripheral lifecycle management including deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and retirement.
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Assist with endpoint configuration, patching, encryption compliance, and standard software deployment processes.
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Maintain and troubleshoot workplace technologies including conference room equipment, collaboration tools, and printing solutions.
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Service Excellence & Team Collaboration: Mentor junior helpdesk technicians by sharing technical knowledge, troubleshooting approaches, and customer service best practices.
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Contribute to knowledge base articles, standard operating procedures, and user support documentation.
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Help enforce service desk processes, ticket quality standards, and SLA-focused support practices.
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Participate in IT projects, refresh initiatives, rollouts, and continuous improvement efforts.
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Security & Compliance Support: Support security-related tasks such as access reviews, endpoint protection checks, phishing escalation, and policy-aligned troubleshooting.
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Escalate suspicious activity and assist with remediation steps in coordination with senior IT or security teams.
Requirements
- 6-8 years of experience in IT helpdesk, desktop support, or service desk roles in an enterprise environment.
- Strong experience supporting Windows devices, Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, printers, VPN, remote support tools, and user account administration.
- Hands-on experience with Active Directory, ticketing systems, hardware troubleshooting, software deployment, and endpoint support processes.
- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a customer-first mindset is a must.
- Experience mentoring junior team members and working collaboratively across IT teams.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
- Must be a US citizen
Preferred Skills (Not Required):
- Experience with endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune, SCCM, or similar platforms.
- Familiarity with ServiceNow or other enterprise IT service management tools.
- Working knowledge of basic networking, cybersecurity tools, and endpoint protection platforms.
- Experience with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell to streamline support tasks
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