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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Support Specialist - **Company:** WESTIN INC - **Location:** Schaumburg, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $65,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Adobe Acrobat, Active Directory, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Outlook, Computer Networks, Desktop Computing, File Server, Information Technology Operations, IPTV, Network Administration, NT File System (NTFS), Phishing, Microsoft SharePoint, User Provisioning Software, Wireless Access Point, Wi-Fi Technology, Enterprise Software Applications, Lightspeed, Office365, Software Troubleshooting, Laptops, Hardware Infrastructure, User Administration - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ae70f75679cc2fb5 ## About the Role * Microsoft 365 Administration (Exchange Online, licensing, security controls) * Active Directory (user, group, and permission management) * Windows OS imaging and deployment * File server and NTFS permission management * Network printer configuration * Remote support platforms * Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills * 2 years experience in a hotel environment Preferred * Experience supporting Marriott and/or Hilton IT standards * Hospitality PMS experience (Lightspeed preferred) * UniFi network management * Barracuda email security administration * Multi-property IT support experience Work Environment * Hybrid remote and on-site support * Travel required to hotel properties * Multi-location enterprise hospitality environment We are seeking a detail-oriented IT professional with strong systems knowledge, documentation discipline, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, multi-property environment. ## Description We are seeking a technically strong IT Support Specialist to provide systems administration, infrastructure support, and enterprise application troubleshooting across multiple hotel properties. This role requires hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, endpoint deployment, networking, and hospitality systems. Experience supporting Marriott and/or Hilton brand IT environments is strongly preferred. Systems & User Administration * Administer Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, licensing, mailbox permissions) * Manage Active Directory user provisioning and deprovisioning * Configure SharePoint and OneDrive permissions * Maintain file server access controls and shared drive permissions * Enforce immediate access termination protocols Endpoint Management * Image and deploy Windows desktops and laptops * Configure user profiles, domain joins, and security policies * Deploy and configure Microsoft 365 applications * Install and configure property-specific software platforms * Configure network printers and drivers Enterprise Application Support Provide Tier 1-2 technical support for: * Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive) * Lightspeed PMS * Saflok access control * Galaxy, Savie, SBA * CITY and EMC systems * SecureCRT * Adobe Acrobat Responsibilities include authentication troubleshooting, sync failures, configuration errors, and performance diagnostics. Hardware & Infrastructure * Diagnose and replace internal hardware components (RAM, SSD/HDD, Wi-Fi adapters, motherboards) * Troubleshoot printers and peripheral devices * Support UniFi network environments * Reboot and troubleshoot access points during outages * Assist with infrastructure installations and network deployments Email Security & Threat Management * Administer Barracuda Email Security Gateway * Manage quarantine releases and phishing mitigation * Configure encryption and secure email delivery IT Operations & Projects * Maintain hardware asset lifecycle tracking * Document support activities and maintain ticket accuracy * Support hotel openings, acquisitions, and system transitions * Coordinate vendor escalations (ISP, telephony, IPTV providers) In accordance with Illinois law, the anticipated pay range for this position is ## Related Videos - [Passkeys: Truly Phishing-Resistant? 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