Technical Support Analyst
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We are seeking a Technical Support Analyst to work towards ensuring the efficient operation of our employees' software and hardware systems, primarily supporting Windows and Microsoft365. This is a fully remote position reporting to the Technical Support Manager.
Open to candidates residing in the following states: CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MN, NY, PA, RI, TX, UT, VA, WI.
Responsibilities
- Manage technical support issues submitted through the Zendesk ticketing system by collecting the information needed to properly resolve or escalate tickets using common sense and good judgment
- Provide detailed documentation of steps taken and status of tickets in Zendesk
- Troubleshoot & resolve software & hardware problems for Windows and macOS systems by using critical thinking skills and our internal knowledge base, utilizing GoToAssist remote desktop software
- Assist users with hardware-related issues by walking them through reasonable steps remotely and /or contacting manufacturer for hardware under warranty
- Expediently escalate issues you cannot resolve to the Technical Support Manager
- Install / update approved software and operating systems on company computers
- Assist with administrative tasks in Microsoft 365 and other systems, strictly adhering to company policies and with a security-first mindset
- Complete special projects assigned by the Technical Support Manager
Required Qualifications
- Proficiency and at least 2 years’ experience supporting Windows 10 / 11
- Proficiency and at least 2 years’ experience supporting Microsoft 365 and Office 365
- Eagerness, curiosity, and aptitude to learn new systems and skills on an ongoing basis
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English
- Security-first mindset that always keeps data and hardware security your foremost priority and relies on established company approval guidelines
- Critical thinking skills – ability to interpret tickets and information in them provided by users using context clues, fact-finding, existing IT procedures, & approval structure, and to take the appropriate actions to determine the steps to resolution
- Understanding why you perform the steps you take and make the decisions you make
- Ability to take ownership of assigned tickets and tasks with continual follow-up
- Ability to keep privileged information confidential
- Ability to follow directions and strictly adhere to established guidelines
- Motivation to use down time to learn new skills; insatiable desire to learn and improve
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Detail-oriented and proactive attitude, willing to take initiative
- Ability to work independently and focus on tasks without becoming distracted in your home office environment
- Patient and professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills when helping users and interacting with colleagues, capable of working effectively in a team environment
Preferred Skills
- CompTIA A+ Certified
- Bilingual (Mexican Spanish)
Company Tenets:
- Take Initiative – We believe in action. Our team members actively seek opportunities to create impact, solve problems, and move the needle – without waiting to be told.
- Think Critically – Sound judgement matters. We make decisions based on logic, evidence, and common sense – never autopilot. We ask questions, challenge assumptions, and stay curious.
- DET: Do the Experiment – Innovation starts with action. We’re open to bold ideas and quick to test them. By running small, smart experiments, we gather real-world data, learn fast, and iterate with purpose.
- Be Accountable – Trust is built on consistency. We take ownership of our responsibilities, communicate openly, and follow through – especially when it’s hard.
- Be an Owner, Not a Renter – We don’t just show up – we invest. Our team takes pride in what we build, treating every project like it’s our own and caring deeply about outcomes, not just tasks.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and career growth. If you are a self-motivated individual with a desire to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply to join our team as a Technical Support Analyst.
