IT Specialist

Qualtrics Reston, VA
Full Time Mid Level 2+ years

Posted 2 weeks ago

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About This Role

As a Senior IT Specialist, you will manage an expanding portfolio of SaaS applications, cloud services, and distributed endpoints to ensure secure and minimally disruptive operations. You will deliver reliable, user-centric IT support while enforcing device-management standards and compliance, working to standardize and document operational processes for scalable end-user computing services.

Responsibilities

  • Provide first and second-line technical support to end-users for Mac, Windows, VoIP, and video conferencing
  • Respond to IT service desk requests and provide solutions based on existing documentation
  • Perform routine maintenance and system checks
  • Manage user accounts and access permissions
  • Document troubleshooting procedures and solutions
  • Create and maintain technical documentation
  • Manage the laptop and desktop lifecycle, including provisioning, disposal, and recycling
  • Maintain accurate IT asset records and respond to audit inquiries
  • Serve as the point of contact for regionally scoped IT services and educate employees on processes
  • Support desktop equipment by triaging requests, identifying root causes, and taking remedial action
  • Manage the technology component of employee onboarding/departure
  • Participate in on-call shifts based on follow-the-sun support within business hours

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience as 1st or 2nd tier IT Support
  • Complete understanding of Mac OS X UI and user-configurable settings
  • Familiarity with Windows 10/11 Enterprise OS, Azure AD, and Intune administration
  • Understanding of network fundamentals, TCP/IP protocol, and wired and wireless Ethernet networks
  • Experience administering a user directory service (G Suite or Active Directory)
  • Operational knowledge of Apple Business Manager (DEP)
  • Understanding of Jamf
  • Windows Intune/Autopilot configuration and operational knowledge
  • Experience with AV equipment for meeting rooms (Logitech, Neat, QSC)
  • Experience with IT asset management systems
  • High EQ
  • Self-education ability
  • Ability to choose the right tool for the job
  • Candid and polite communication
  • Clear and concise writing
  • Good time management
  • Self-sufficiency
  • Proactiveness
  • Curiosity
  • Enthusiasm to learn about IT
  • Strong work ethic
  • Resilience
  • Willingness to build relationships with service users
  • Critical thinking, planning, and analytical abilities

Qualifications

  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT, or similar, or 2+ years of practical experience in IT roles
  • 2+ years of experience as 1st or 2nd tier IT Support

Nice to Have

  • Google Meet system administration skills
  • Visitor management system knowledge
  • Experience supporting a large laptop environment with a majority of Mac devices

Skills

Communication * Time management * Planning * Critical thinking * Active Directory * Intune * video conferencing * G Suite * Autopilot * VoIP * Mac OS X * Azure AD * JAMF * Analytical abilities * Logitech * Windows 10/11 Enterprise OS * TCP/IP protocol * Apple Business Manager (DEP) * Neat * QSC (AV equipment) * High EQ *

* Required skills

Benefits

Wellness Reimbursement ($300 per quarter)
Experience Bonus ($1800/year)
Free lunches in the office
Competitive benefits packages

About Qualtrics

Qualtrics creates software used by the world’s best brands to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love. They are the creators and stewards of the Experience Management category serving over 18K clients globally.

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