Hanover Research

Helpdesk Support Specialist – Tier 1

Hanover Research

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ArlingtonVirginiaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $50,000 - $60,000 per year

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Serve as the first point of contact for users reporting technical problems through help desk tickets.
  • Diagnose and resolve common hardware, software, and network issues, such as password resets, software installations, Single Sign On, and connectivity problems.
  • Guide end-users through basic troubleshooting steps and solutions.
  • Recognize when an issue is beyond their scope and escalate it to Tier 2 support, other specialized teams, or convert to a change request “CR”.
  • Review tickets and CRs on a regular basis to ensure things are closed out in a timely manner.
  • Document all issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in a ticketing system.
  • Maintain strong customer service skills to ensure a positive user experience.
  • Assist with user setup, password resets, basic training, and other tier 1 responsibilities for Enterprise Applications such as Salesforce, Workday, FreshService, DocuSign, etc.
  • Arrange shipping and tracking of new and replacement user laptops, securely wipe laptop data.

Requirements

  • High school degree required
  • Associate’s degree in IT or related field or 2 years' experience in a similar role preferred.
  • Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems (Windows/macOS), and common software applications
  • Familiarity with cloud-based platforms such as Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or Salesforce (training provided)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow written documentation and standard operating procedures
  • Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Interest in pursuing a career in IT support, systems administration, or Enterprise Cloud Applications Administration or Development
Benefits
  • Starting at 18+ days Paid Time Off
  • 14 paid holidays including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, and Indigenous People’s Day, and personal holidays
  • 401(K) employer matching programs
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits package
  • Health and wellness packages with discounts to local gym
  • Community service opportunities
  • In-office snacks and beverages

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
troubleshootinghardware diagnosissoftware installationnetwork issue resolutionpassword resetsSingle Sign Onticketing system documentationoperating systemscloud-based platformsEnterprise Applications
Soft skills
customer servicecommunicationinterpersonal skillsattention to detailadaptabilitytime managementteamworkindependenceproblem-solvingwillingness to learn
Certifications
high school degreeAssociate’s degree in IT