IT Service Desk Specialist

Guidehouse Inc.

Job Overview

Location

US - Remote (Any location)

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Administer Microsoft Windows Servers (Active Directory).
• Resolve technical problems related to application deployments and infrastructure, including server troubleshooting.
• Manage and work ticket queues in ServiceNow.
• Resolve technical problems related to application deployments and infrastructure, including server troubleshooting.
• Provide 2nd level support for Active Directory Services, client IT and telecommunications.
• Support most USDA Business website applications.
• Provide some training to end users on new and updated systems and software.
• Work with civilian customers as well as Federal employees to trouble shoot issues with websites.
• Perform user account maintenance tasks, archiving defunct credentials, and monitoring login systems for suspicious trends.
• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of software applications.
• Provide training to clients in use of web-based systems and applications.
• Working Hours for this position will be split on a bi-weekly basis: Week 1: Sun-Tue 6P-6A (EST); Week 2: Sun-Tue 6P-6A, Wed 10P-6A (EST).
• The candidate will need to be available for training conducted during regular business hours (10:00am-6:30pm EST) for the first few weeks in the position.

🎯 Requirements

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD 'PUBLIC TRUST'; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
• High School Diploma required.
• Able to Support the following bi-weekly schedule: Week 1: Sun-Tue 6P-6A (EST); Week 2: Sun-Tue 6P-6A, Wed 10P-6A (EST).
• Minimum THREE (3) years of prior relevant Experience
• Prior Experience with ServiceNow ticketing
• Minimum TWO (2) years of experience in hands on IT customer service with supporting and troubleshooting and testing Windows systems. Active Directory environment to include group policy and group policy preferences design and troubleshooting.
• Experience with helpdesk support
• Efficiently install and maintain software on the desktops. Resolve help desk problems in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform user account maintenance tasks, archiving defunct credentials and monitoring login systems for suspicious trends.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate with key stakeholders, process owners, and customers to manage expectations, eliminate gaps, and ensure success.
• U.S. Citizen or Green card is required for the position.

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Skills & Technologies

Linux

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About Guidehouse Inc.

Guidehouse Inc. is a global consulting and managed services provider formed in 2018 from the public sector practice of PwC. The company advises public and commercial clients on strategy, technology, risk management, and operations, focusing on energy, financial services, health, defense, and cybersecurity. With 18,000 professionals in over 60 offices worldwide, it delivers implementation support, managed services, and digital solutions to federal agencies, utilities, and Fortune 500 organizations. Guidehouse is majority-owned by Veritas Capital and partners with governments and businesses to address complex regulatory, operational, and innovation challenges.

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