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IT Support Administrator (Service Desk/Desktop Support)

TEKsystems · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$25–$30/hrFull-time

About the role

We are seeking an IT Support Administrator to provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support within a fast-paced enterprise environment. This role supports a global user base across Windows, macOS, mobile devices, collaboration platforms, and identity management systems. The ideal candidate will bring strong customer service skills, technical aptitude, and hands-on experience with modern endpoint management and service desk technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for hardware, software, operating systems, and enterprise applications.
  • Support a mixed environment consisting of Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.
  • Manage user provisioning, permissions, and application access through Okta.
  • Deploy, image, configure, and troubleshoot devices using Intune.
  • Support Mac environments and Apple device management using JAMF.
  • Manage incidents and service requests within ServiceNow, Jira, Freshworks, or similar ticketing platforms.
  • Troubleshoot Microsoft 365, Teams, email, and collaboration tools.
  • Support conference room and video conferencing technologies.
  • Serve as an escalation point for technical issues requiring advanced troubleshooting.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge base articles.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, security, networking, and endpoint engineering teams.
  • Support onboarding, offboarding, hardware deployment, and asset management activities.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service to employees ranging from entry-level staff to executives.

Required Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of Service Desk, Desktop Support, or Help Desk experience.
  • Hands-on experience with Okta, Intune, and JAMF.
  • Experience utilizing ServiceNow, Jira, Freshworks, or comparable ticketing systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills supporting Windows 11, macOS, and Microsoft 365.
  • Experience supporting mobile devices and endpoint hardware.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong customer service mindset with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
  • Experience supporting global or hybrid workforces.
  • Experience supporting executive or VIP users.
  • Knowledge of Autopilot and modern device deployment methodologies.
  • Associate degree in Information Technology or equivalent experience.
  • Microsoft, Apple, ITIL, Okta, JAMF, or related certifications.

Top Required Skills

  • Okta administration and user provisioning
  • User account creation and deactivation
  • Application assignments (“chicklets”)
  • Group and permission management
  • Access troubleshooting
  • Microsoft Intune
  • Laptop imaging and deployment
  • Endpoint configuration and management
  • Device compliance and troubleshooting
  • Mobile device support
  • JAMF
  • macOS administration and troubleshooting
  • Apple device provisioning and support
  • Device enrollment and policy management
  • Service Desk Platforms: ServiceNow, Jira, Freshworks, or similar ticketing systems
  • Strong understanding of Incident vs. Request workflows
  • Ticket ownership, escalation, and documentation best practices

Pay

The pay range for this position is $25.00 – $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 1st shift, hybrid.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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