Service Desk Analyst
Apex Systems · Boston, MA · 2 days ago
Information TechnologyContract
Overview
The Service Desk Analyst is responsible for delivering high-quality, Tier 1 technical support across a complex enterprise environment. This role owns the full lifecycle of incident and service request management—including intake, triage, troubleshooting, resolution, and documentation—while providing an exceptional customer experience. This is a hands-on, user-facing support role requiring strong technical troubleshooting skills, clear communication, and the ability to resolve issues in real time across remote, phone, and in-person channels.
Responsibilities
- Provide Level 1 Service Desk support, managing tickets from intake through resolution using ITSM tools (ServiceNow or similar)
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and access issues across desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals
- Support Windows 10, MacOS, Microsoft Office 365, and core enterprise applications
- Handle user issues related to Active Directory, Exchange, group policies, profiles, authentication, and system access
- Diagnose and resolve network-related issues (IP, DNS, connectivity basics)
- Support Citrix environments and remote access tools
- Deliver support via phone, remote access, and in-person interactions
- Escalate complex issues appropriately while maintaining ownership and communication with end users
- Maintain accurate documentation, ticket updates, and knowledge base contributions
- Participate in incident management processes and support critical issue resolution
- Continuously build technical knowledge across clinical, enterprise, and security systems
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required (no degree required)
- 1–3 years of hands-on Service Desk or IT Support experience in a large enterprise environment
- Proven ability to troubleshoot in a Microsoft-based environment (Windows, Office 365, Active Directory, Exchange)
- Experience with MacOS and mobile device support (iOS, Android)
- Familiarity with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow or Remedy
- Solid understanding of network fundamentals and desktop support troubleshooting
- Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume support environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Citrix environments
- Exposure to Azure/Entra ID
- Familiarity with enterprise hardware (Dell, HP, Apple, Ricoh)
- Experience with ERP systems (PeopleSoft, Workday)
- Exposure to Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems (e.g., Epic)
Additional Details
- Team Size: 5 openings
- Start Date: Late June
- Duration: 3–6 month contract-to-hire (strong potential for long-term growth into advanced IT roles)
- Interview Process: Single panel interview (virtual)
- Shift Options: Day shifts (7:00–3:30 or 9:00–5:00)
What They're Looking For
- Candidates who can hit the ground running (not an entry-level/ramp role)
- Strong hands-on troubleshooting and end-user support experience
- Individuals interested in long-term growth within IT (admin/engineering paths)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection
- ESPP (employee stock purchase program)
- 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure
- HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan)
- SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
- Corporate discount savings program and other discounts
- On-demand training program
- Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure
- Certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA
- Dedicated customer service team for Consultants to address questions around benefits and other resources
- Certified Career Coach