Senior IT Support Specialist
Job Description
AHU Technologies Inc is seeking a Senior IT Support Specialist to deliver comprehensive technical support for end users in an onsite Washington, DC environment. This role combines front-line service delivery with advanced troubleshooting, system configuration, and incident resolution to help maintain reliable enterprise IT operations.
Role Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary point of contact for IT support through phone, email, ticketing system, and in-person assistance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues at both basic and advanced levels.
- Support users with account access and identity management tasks, including password resets and MFA-related issues.
- Perform workstation setup, imaging, deployment, and peripheral configuration.
- Support enterprise applications and departmental systems, including specialized tools.
- Conduct root-cause analysis and implement long-term solutions for recurring technical issues.
- Document all interactions and technical procedures accurately in the ticketing system.
- Escalate issues as appropriate and collaborate with system administrators, infrastructure teams, and vendors.
- Manage user accounts, security groups, file permissions, and access request fulfillment.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing with support staff.
- Assist with system upgrades, patching, deployments, and workstation lifecycle management.
- Educate users on IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in IT or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 10+ years of experience providing IT support, service desk operations, or troubleshooting systems.
- Working knowledge of Windows OS, MacOS, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and basic networking.
- Experience supporting mobile devices (iOS and Android), including enterprise management profiles.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications such as Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve basic and complex technical issues across multiple operating systems.
- Familiarity with basic cybersecurity practices, including MFA, endpoint protection, and secure data handling.
- Ability to follow ITIL best practices for incident, problem, and change management.
- Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift, move, and install computer hardware up to 25–40 lbs.
Technologies
- Windows OS, MacOS
- Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Excel, Word)
- Active Directory
- MFA, endpoint protection
- iOS, Android
- ITIL
Location and Compensation
Location: Washington, DC (onsite).
Pay: USD 43–47 per hourly.
Employment Context
The Client seeks a Senior IT Support Specialist to provide comprehensive technical support to end users, from front-line assistance to advanced troubleshooting and system configuration. The position supports reliable enterprise IT operations through incident resolution, service request fulfillment, documentation, escalation coordination, and user and account support.