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# IT Support Specialist Expert

- **Company:** RECRUITER LLC
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $93,600 - $166,400
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Artificial Intelligence, Bash Shell, IT Management, Network Troubleshooting, Windows PowerShell, Software Troubleshooting, 3-tier Architectures
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/it-support-specialist-expert--e910e411-1a46-497e-807c-804471b66701

## About the Role

* At least 2 years of professional experience in IT support, help desk, or system administration.
 * Hands-on experience working with enterprise IT environments.
 * Experience with technologies such as:
 + Active Directory
 + Microsoft 365
 + Mobile Device Management (MDM) tools
 * Strong troubleshooting experience across hardware, software, and networking issues.
 * Ability to diagnose problems systematically and identify root causes.
 * Strong written English and the ability to document technical reasoning clearly.
 * Ability to commit at least 10 hours per week.

Preferred Experience

 * CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or similar IT certifications.
 * PowerShell or Bash scripting experience.
 * Tier 2 or Tier 3 technical support experience.
 * Experience handling escalations involving complex hardware, software, network, or enterprise-system issues.

Engagement & Compensation

 * Fully remote
 * Independent contractor engagement
 * Fully asynchronous

## Description

IT Support Specialist ExpertContract · RemoteAnnual Compensation Equivalent: $86,400-$153,600/yearHourly Rate: $45-$80/hrThe annual compensation equivalent is calculated at 40 hours/week across 48 workable weeks/year and represents a full-time equivalent, not guaranteed earnings. The engagement requires a minimum of 10 hours per week, with no stated maximum.About the RoleWe're looking for experienced IT Support Specialists to author and evaluate realistic troubleshooting scenarios used to assess how AI systems handle professional IT support.You'll draw on hands-on experience to create support scenarios that reflect real incidents, from initial user contact through diagnosis and resolution. You'll also develop reference answers, evaluate AI-generated troubleshooting guidance, and identify recommendations that are technically incorrect, unsafe, or likely to make an issue worse.This role is suited to IT professionals who combine strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to clearly explain their diagnostic reasoning.What You'll DoAuthor realistic IT support scenarios covering the full troubleshooting process from first contact through resolution.Create reference answers that explain the diagnostic reasoning behind each troubleshooting step.Evaluate AI-generated support responses for technical accuracy, practicality, and user safety.Identify incorrect troubleshooting steps, flawed assumptions, and potentially harmful recommendations.Assess issues across hardware, software, operating systems, applications, and networks.Apply enterprise IT experience to realistic support and system administration scenarios.Clearly document technical findings and explain why a particular diagnostic or resolution approach is appropriate.What We're Looking ForAt least 2 years of professional experience in IT support, help desk, or system administration.Hands-on experience working with enterprise IT environments.Experience with technologies such as:Active DirectoryMicrosoft 365Mobile Device Management (MDM) toolsStrong troubleshooting experience across hardware, software, and networking issues.Ability to diagnose problems systematically and identify root causes.Strong written English and the ability to document technical reasoning clearly.Ability to commit at least 10 hours per week.Preferred ExperienceCompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or similar IT certifications.PowerShell or Bash scripting experience.Tier 2 or Tier 3 technical support experience.Experience handling escalations involving complex hardware, software, network, or enterprise-system issues.Engagement & CompensationFully remoteIndependent contractor engagementFully asynchronous$45-$80/hrPaid weeklyMinimum 10 hours per weekNo stated maximum weekly hoursFlexible schedule with the ability to adjust workload from week to weekOngoing project work rather than a one-time engagementNo screen recording, keystroke monitoring, or idle-time monitoringThe annual compensation figure is a full-time equivalent based on 40 hours per week and 48 workable weeks per year. It is provided for comparison purposes and is not a guaranteed annual salary.Selection & OnboardingThe engagement process may include:Application and structured screening questionsResume review against role requirementsWritten technical assessment, where applicableContractor onboarding and payment setupMatching to relevant project work based on your technical specializationYou'll be matched to work that aligns with your IT support and troubleshooting experience.