Information Technology Support Specialist
Fairfax, VA - USA
Job Summary
Position Title:IT Support Specialist
Requisition ID:TBD by HR
Position Location:Fairfax VA
Position Reports To:Sr.IT and Cybersecurity Manager
Supervises Others:No
At Trident Systems we believe that strong engineering principles are fundamental to driving innovation and solving complex problems. We promote a culture characterized by rigorous engineering practices and a commitment to continuous improvement. This is achieved by leveraging our organizations collective expertise through collaborative development processes which include thorough design and peer reviews. We can deliver innovative high-performance solutions that meet our customers evolving requirements by integrating our specialized knowledge in aerospace electronic systems with appropriately scaled development methodologies
We are a mission partner supporting DoD Intelligence Community and Civil space customers. We develop complex radiation effects mitigated designs that balance competing requirements in modern space programs delivering cutting-edge solutions that enable our customers to achieve more in space.
Position Summary
The IT Support Specialist (internal level C) is responsible for providing technical support and maintaining IT systems by following established processes and guidelines. This role includes setting up and configuring hardware and software troubleshooting and resolving technical issues and responding to user support requests via phone email and ticketing systems. The specialist manages user accounts in Active Directory and Office 365 maintains system updates inventories and backups and coordinates with vendors for repairs. Additionally they support audio/visual systems document procedures and ensure compliance with IT security requirements while working collaboratively and adapting to evolving technologies including occasional travel or off-site support
Duties and Responsibilities
- Rely on and adhere to pre-established processes and guidelines to perform the functions of the job
- Setup configure and install laptops desktop PCs and related software
- Investigate hardware problems and perform system hardware/software repairs
- Identify research and resolve technical problems related to various applications
- Respond to telephone calls emails and personnel requests for technical support
- Document track and monitor problems to ensure a timely resolution
- Operate and maintain audio/video systems operations.
- Maintain hardware & software inventory and IT-related equipment such as printers and copiers
- Manages workstation updates to the system and ensures that the system is functioning properly after updates have been installed
- Work with vendor support for warranty repairs and issue resolution
- Add or remove user accounts and password resets in an Active Directory Domain and Office 365 GCC High Environment
- Maintain backups and media inventory
- Escalate problems when appropriate
- Support emerging and evolving technologies (desktops laptops smartphones tablets and other handheld devices
- Log all service requests into the Trident Helpdesk Ticketing System
- Create and maintain high-quality documentation of all relevant specifications systems and procedures
- Ability to perform creation and termination of user accounts and password resets in an Active Directory Domain Environment
- Ability to work as a team player be innovative and proactive in coming up with resolutions to problems
- Ability to support travel (likely Chantilly office) or off-site work as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Excellent attendance
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience
- IT systems and basic networking knowledge;
- Excellent understanding of related hardware and software including server applications networking environments firewalls Internet applications etc.
- Must be able to set priorities multitask and work independently.
- Excellent communication skills are required.
- Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently.
- Demonstrate resourcefulness and creativity to resolve issues.
- Strong documentation and research skills.
- Professional maturity to operate independently without constant supervision.
- Self-confidence to present own ideas and perspectives to management.
- Ability to interact effectively with people at every level of the organization
- Working knowledge of Office 365 Windows 11 Troubleshooting Print server Windows 2019-2025 Azure AD DC
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in a relevant field
- Network and/or A Certifications
- Experience in SharePoint administration and security tasks
- Experience with Azure Government
Benefits
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to:
- Health benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Basic life with AD&D
- Short term disability
- Long term disability
- Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D accident critical illness hospital and pet)
- Spending accounts (HSA FSA and DCFSA)
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- 401(k) (including company match)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Leaves (Parental maternity and military)
- Annual discretionary bonus (for eligible roles)
Trident Systems reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Trident Systems is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process please contact.
Pay Transparency: The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
World Class Teams Delivering Innovative Technology Solutions That Make A Difference In Aerospace and Defense.