Job#: 2060844
Job Description:
Apex Systems is seeking multiple Service Desk Agents to join our team in Arlington, Virginia.
Please see below for more details:
The Technical Operations Center (TOC) Service Desk Agent provides mid-level support for an Information Technology (IT) Service Desk which receives and resolves incident and service request tickets through the ServiceNow service management software.
The IT Service Desk supports a nearly 6000 user community within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with significant opportunities for growth and advancement.
This position is full time on-site in Arlington, VA. We are hiring for multiple shifts to include: 6am to 3pm M-F, 7am to 4pm M-F, 8am to 5pm M-F, 10am-7pm M-F and 1pm to 10pm M-F.
More About the Role:
Serve as first contact for CISA users submitting inquiries and issues via multiple channels, including phone, web chat, email, and ticketing.
Demonstrate sound customer service and telephone etiquette in responding to customer calls or inquiries for service and support.
Demonstrate strong writing and communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving, and a desire to provide outstanding customer service.
Analyze and resolve complex service requests and incidents that have been escalated by the junior level analysts.
Leverage remote control technology (such as BOMGAR) while troubleshooting desktop and laptop problems.
Utilize advanced technical skills and experience to analyze and resolve technical issues and tasks, including but not limited to setting up new employees, off-boarding employees, managing user accounts via Active Directory console, mapping network drives, installing and troubleshooting software / hardware issues, and network troubleshooting.
Required Qualifications:
Ability to obtain a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) clearance.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent + 3 applicable years or 9 total years of applicable experience
ITIL Foundation certification
Ability to work Night/Weekend shift (and flexibility to work different shifts in the future due to coverage priorities and changing client requirements)
Ability to perform in-depth troubleshooting skills on Windows Operating Systems (Windows 11), Microsoft Office products (M365), and various Internet browsers to include Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox
Experience with patch management software
Experience installing, upgrading, and removing software
Experience using Service Now service management software to track incidents and service requests through the full lifecycle
Ability to learn new technologies quickly (MS Operating Systems, Office Products, and DHS specified software).
Advanced experience with Active Directory management & administration
Knowledgeable of Problem Management best practice and processes
Preferred Qualifications:
COMPTIA A+, or Network+, or Security+ Certification
HDI Certification
Microsoft certification
Experience and Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent + 3 applicable years or 9 total years of applicable experience
Security Clearance Required: EOD
Summary:Job Title: Service Desk Agent
Job Type: Full-Time, W2, 6 month contract to hire
Location: Onsite, Arlington, VA
Shift/Schedule: Various
Compensation: $32/hr while on contract & $70k conversion salary
EEO Employer
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.