Help Desk Specialist
Location: New York City (NYC) or Warren, NJ
This position is on site in New York City (NYC) or Warren, NJ.
Candidates must be US citizens and able to pass a background check.
No C2C or C2H.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and manage Microsoft Active Directory, Entra, and Intune to set up new users.
- Configure and ship laptops and other hardware to new employees.
- Update and disable Active Directory and Entra accounts for departing employees in a timely and secure manner.
- Provide first-level support for Microsoft 365, troubleshooting password resets, application errors, and other software-related issues.
- Maintain office AV equipment and ensure proper setup of desks and workstations.
- Package and deploy software using Intune and PDQ.
- Manage the lifecycle of company devices, ensuring they are updated, secured, and compliant.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Respond to and resolve IT support tickets related to user account management, software, and hardware issues.
- Set up new user accounts, email, and necessary software in Active Directory, Entra, and Intune.
- Troubleshoot issues with Microsoft 365 applications, passwords, devices, and general IT support inquiries.
- Ensure AV equipment is operational and ready for meetings and presentations.
- Deploy and manage software updates and applications using Intune and PDQ.
- Ensure devices meet security and compliance standards, supporting patching and updates through Intune.
Preferred Experience and Attributes:
- Experience managing user accounts, devices, and applications with Microsoft Active Directory, Entra, and Intune.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and troubleshooting common user and application issues.
- Experience providing end-user support and troubleshooting various hardware and software issues.
- Familiarity with Intune and PDQ for application packaging and deployment.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with end users and team members.
- Proactive problem-solving with the ability to take initiative in managing IT-related issues.
- Attention to detail in managing user accounts and device configurations.
- Experience with device management using Intune or similar tools.
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Basic knowledge of AV equipment setup and troubleshooting.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Customer service-focused with a positive attitude.
- Basic knowledge of networking or familiarity with IP configuration (preferred but not essential).
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