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# Help Desk Technician

- **Company:** GAMA-1 Technologies
- **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $54,788.0 - $57,536.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Macintosh Computers, Data Transmissions, Desktop Computing, Linux, Firmware, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Inventory Management Software, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Software Engineering, Tablet Computers, Information Technology, Laptops, Vulnerability Analysis, User Accounts
- **Published:** May 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d63a01bb456f9c14

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Customer service?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience

 * 2+ years of demonstrated experience providing help desk support and delivering exceptional customer service, * Professional IT certifications
 * Detail-oriented and thorough in completing tasks
 * Flexibility to work outside standard hours for emergency issues or scheduled maintenance as needed

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

 * Ability to obtain a security clearance., * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
 * Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's and client facilities.

## Description

The Help Desk Technician I is a frontline role ensuring users have reliable, secure, and fully functional IT systems to support their scientific and operational work. This position minimizes downtime, resolves technical issues efficiently, and maintains the health of end-user devices across Windows, Linux, and Mac environments.

This role supports contract success by sustaining daily IT operations, maintaining endpoint compliance through patching, security scans, and account management, and enabling staff to focus on mission priorities. Given the small user base and diverse technical needs, the Help Desk Technician I provides responsive, high-quality support both onsite and remotely.

What You Will Do in This Role

The Help Desk Technician I manages user accounts, maintains and secures IT systems, deploys and troubleshoots hardware and software, supports asset management, and provides technical assistance to ensure smooth daily operations.

 * Manage user accounts and access rights using a centralized access management solution.
 * Perform operating system and firmware updates, system patches, and security audits.
 * Conduct security scans and deploy domain-wide system patches to maintain a secure environment.
 * Image, test, and deploy computers for new requests, as well as repair and replace equipment as needed.
 * Troubleshoot IT hardware and software issues across laptops, desktops, tablets, mobile devices, printers, and VPN connections.
 * Support IT asset management, including inventory tracking, hardware procurement, and secure disposal of outdated equipment.
 * Collaborate with staff, users, and management to identify requirements for new systems or modifications.
 * Maintain detailed records of daily data communication transactions, issues, remedial actions, and installation activities.
 * Review technical manuals, consult with users, and perform computer diagnostics to resolve problems and provide technical support.


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