
Helpdesk Support Specialist – Tier 1
Hanover Research
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Arlington • Virginia • United States
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Salary
💰 $50,000 - $60,000 per year
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