Tier 2 MSP Specialist

Tier 2 IT Support Technician

Bozeman MT Managed IT Services Full-Time

A growing Montana-based technology services company is looking for a strong Tier 2 IT Support Technician to join its Bozeman team.

This is not a giant faceless IT department where you sit in one narrow lane forever. This is a hands-on managed services environment where youll work across multiple client networks solve real business problems touch a wide range of technologies and become the kind of technician who can walk into almost any environment and figure things out.

The company has been serving Montana businesses for decades and has built its reputation around practical technology solutions responsive service and long-term client relationships. Their work spans managed IT Microsoft 365 networking cybersecurity phone systems cabling surveillance and other business-critical technology services.

Why This Role Is Worth Your Time

Youll be joining a stable established technology company that supports real businesses throughout Montana. This is not password-reset purgatory. Youll get exposure to cloud systems endpoints networks firewalls Microsoft 365 VoIP onsite troubleshooting and project work.

If youre coming from an MSP you already know the deal: the pace is faster the problems are broader and the learning curve is steeper. But thats also why MSP technicians usually become sharper than people who only know one internal environment.

This is a good fit for someone who enjoys being useful trusted and technically challenged.

For the right technician this is a solid opportunity to earn well get paid properly for overtime and join a company that invests more into benefits as tenure grows.

What Youll Do

As a Tier 2 Technician youll handle escalated support issues work directly with business clients and help keep their technology running smoothly.

Responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoot and resolve escalated desktop server network and cloud support issues
• Support Microsoft 365 Exchange Online Teams SharePoint OneDrive and related admin tasks
• Work with Windows workstations printers mobile devices line-of-business applications and user access issues
• Troubleshoot networking issues involving switches firewalls wireless VPNs DNS DHCP and connectivity
• Assist with cybersecurity tools endpoint protection MFA backups and basic security remediation
• Support VoIP/phone system issues cabling-related coordination and other business technology systems as needed
• Handle onsite support visits in the Bozeman area when remote support is not enough
• Document issues resolutions client environments and repeatable processes clearly
• Escalate appropriately when needed but own problems until they are solved
• Communicate with clients in a calm professional and non-condescending way
• Participate in small projects upgrades migrations and technology rollouts

What Were Looking For

The ideal candidate is a true Tier 2 technician: past basic help desk not yet pretending to be a senior architect but technically strong curious and dependable.

You should have experience with:

• 2 years of IT support experience ideally in an MSP or multi-client environment
• Microsoft 365 administration
• Windows desktop and server support
• Active Directory / Entra ID user administration
• Networking fundamentals: DNS DHCP VLANs VPNs Wi-Fi and firewalls
• Endpoint troubleshooting and remote support tools
• Backup antivirus/EDR and basic cybersecurity concepts
• Ticketing systems and documentation
• Onsite client support and professional communication

Nice to Have

• MSP experience
• VoIP or business phone system experience
• Firewall experience especially SonicWall Fortinet Meraki Sophos or similar
• Certifications such as CompTIA A Network Security Microsoft Cisco or vendor-specific credentials
• Experience with structured cabling surveillance systems or physical infrastructure
• Familiarity with ConnectWise Autotask Datto Ninja Kaseya or similar MSP tools

Who Will Do Well Here

Youll probably enjoy this role if you:

• Like solving messy real-world problems
• Can talk to a business owner office manager or end user without sounding like a robot
• Dont need every answer handed to you
• Know when to escalate but dont bail at the first sign of difficulty
• Enjoy variety more than routine
• Take pride in clean documentation and finished work
• Want to become a stronger all-around technician

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers a strong compensation and benefits package including:

• $60-70k yearly depending on experience
• Overtime available
• Health coverage 
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time