Tier I Technical Support, Client Support Jobs

Tier I Technical Support Specialist

The Tier I Technical Support Specialist provides the AFRL/RQ-West Rocket Lab with Tier I assistance by delivering customer support for hardware running Windows 10 or higher and provides Tier I customer service and problem remediation via the Web Help Desk (WHD) ticketing system. The best candidate will have knowledge of IT concepts and more than basic troubleshooting skills gained through experience, certification, and/or formal training. SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for more than 45 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Tier I software and network support and troubleshooting.
• Analyze incident(s) details, identify the root cause, and provide problem remediation.
• Responsible for imaging computers.
• Document problems with the technical detail(s) within the Web Help Desk ticketing system.
• Escalate problem(s) to Tier II technicians for intermediate level troubleshooting.
• Remotely or manually install software updates, apply STIG configurations and security patches as required.
• Provide customer service through the use of friendly, courteous, and professional oral and written communication.
• Deploy desktop workstations and laptops throughout the AFRL Rocket Lab.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in Windows system administration and/or technical support.
• Knowledge and experience in a Windows Operating System environment.
• Experience in administering high-end hardware and scientific peripherals.
• MD-102 (Microsoft Windows Endpoint Administrator Associate) or CompTIA A+ 220-1101 and 220-1102 certification preferred.
• DOD 8140 IAT-II certification (CompTIA Security+CE) preferred.
• HDI-SCA certification preferred.
• DoD Interim Secret security clearance or higher or the ability to obtain one.

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.