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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

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