SC Cleared IT Helpdesk Analyst

• Deliver 1st and 2nd line IT support to end users via telephone, email, and ticketing system.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware faults for desktops, laptops, and peripherals, including repairs and replacements where appropriate.
• Troubleshoot software and system issues across Windows 10, Office 2016, and Office 365 applications.
• Manage personal ticket queue to SLA, prioritizing incidents and service requests.
• Perform user account administration in Active Directory and support Exchange mailbox configuration and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate incident records and update relevant knowledge base articles.
• Escalate complex issues to appropriate technical teams and follow through to resolution.
• Support endpoint configuration, imaging, and basic asset management tasks.
• Provide clear, professional user communication and maintain high customer service standards.
• Participate in rota-based shift coverage within the core working hours and assist with on-call or extended-hours support when required.

• Active SC Clearance required and evidence of government engagement within the last 12 months.
• ITIL Foundation certification or equivalent service management training preferred.
• CompTIA A+ or equivalent hardware support certification desirable.

Education Requirements:

• Minimum of A-levels or equivalent vocational qualification. A degree in computing, information systems, or a related discipline is desirable but not essential.

Experience Requirements:

• Proven experience providing 1st and 2nd line support in a professional or public sector environment.
• Practical experience with Active Directory user and group management and Exchange services.
• Hands-on experience with Windows 10 administration and O365 user support.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing desktop and laptop hardware faults and supporting peripherals.
• Demonstrable time management and prioritization skills in a busy service desk environment.
• Experience working with IT ticketing systems and maintaining accurate records.

Candidates must hold active SC clearance and have worked within government in the last 12 months.

The role requires flexible shift coverage within a Monday-Friday 08:00-18:00 pattern and is available on a short notice start date in approximately two weeks.

Morgan Hunt is partnering with a leading public sector organisation to recruit an IT Helpdesk Analyst to join an established IT service function supporting regulatory work across multiple UK offices.

This is a 3-month contract providing 1st and 2nd line support to end users, with hybrid working requiring a minimum of three days per week on-site at one of the office locations.

Candidates must hold active SC clearance and have worked within government in the last 12 months.