Help Desk Technician II

Robert Half
Austin, TX, United States
11 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Software Applications JIRA Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Desktop Computing Domain Name System (DNS) Issue Tracking Systems Virtual Private Networks (VPN) System Center Configuration Manager Networking Basics Remote Access Technology
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Azure Active Directory TCP/IP Wi-Fi Technology Enterprise Software Applications Connectivity Problems Software Troubleshooting Reliability of Systems Microsoft InTune Casper Suite Laptops Servicenow User Accounts

Job description

The Help Desk Technician II is a key member of the IT team, serving as an advanced technical resource responsible for resolving complex technology issues and delivering an exceptional end-user experience. This role goes beyond traditional help desk support, acting as a trusted partner to employees across the organization while supporting critical systems, driving technology improvements, and helping ensure a stable, secure, and productive IT environment., * Provide advanced technical support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, enterprise applications, Microsoft 365, and network connectivity issues.

  • Serve as an escalation point for complex technical incidents, utilizing strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to identify root causes and drive resolution.
  • Administer and support user accounts, access permissions, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), VPN access, and related identity management systems.
  • Deploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows workstations, software applications, endpoint security solutions, and peripheral devices.
  • Support onboarding and offboarding activities, ensuring employees have secure and seamless access to required technology resources.
  • Analyze recurring incidents to identify trends, recommend long-term solutions, and improve overall service delivery.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, knowledge base articles, and support procedures.
  • Monitor and manage support tickets while ensuring timely communication, issue ownership, and a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Mentor junior support team members and contribute to a collaborative, knowledge-sharing culture.
  • Assist with maintaining system reliability, security compliance, and business continuity across the IT environment.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys tackling technical challenges, and takes pride in delivering high-quality support that directly impacts business success., * 3+ years of Help Desk, Desktop Support, Service Desk, or End User Support experience.

  • Strong experience supporting Windows environments, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, VPN technologies, and enterprise applications.
  • Working knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, and remote connectivity troubleshooting.
  • Experience with endpoint management tools such as Intune, SCCM, Jamf, or similar platforms preferred.
  • Experience working within an ITSM platform such as ServiceNow, Jira, Freshservice, or similar ticketing systems.
  • Strong analytical thinking, customer service mindset, and ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical users.
  • Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft, or ITIL certifications are a plus. Technology Doesn’t Change the World, People Do.®

About the company

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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