
IT Support Specialist
Netcraft
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Melbourne • 🇦🇺 Australia
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Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
AndroidDNSiOSITSMLinuxMacOSTCP/IP
About the role
- Supporting our IT service desk as the first point of contact for hardware and software issues
- Assisting users (both desk-side and remotely) with support on Windows 10/11, macOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS devices
- Identifying and escalating recurring issues for root cause analysis, while also taking ownership of root cause investigations when required
- Supporting our software stack, including Microsoft 365, Slack and Atlassian apps (e.g. Jira, Jira Service Management and Confluence)
- Procurement, provisioning and maintenance of workstations, phones and other hardware, liaising with manufacturer support where necessary
- Working with our People Team on the JML (Joiner, Mover, Leaver) process
- Onboarding new employees to Netcraft by running induction sessions, explaining the various systems and how to use them
- Helping to grow and maintain our Proxy network
- Working closely alongside our Infrastructure and Security teams in the Platform Engineering department
- Identifying and implementing improvements in our IT operations processes
- Participating in recurring operational tasks, including software licence renewals, patch management and evidence collection for audits
- Participating in the IT/Security on-call roster during AEST/AEDT working hours (currently 1 week in every 2) and out-of-hours (currently 1 week in every 11), responding to high-priority alerts and escalating for help if required
Requirements
- A proven track record of a strong troubleshooting ability across the major operating systems: Windows 10/11, macOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS
- The ability to work effectively across time zones, balancing asynchronous collaboration with UK- and US-based colleagues alongside real-time support for users in Australia
- Familiarity with popular SaaS tools, and the ability to adapt to using and configuring tools that are new to you
- To enjoy helping people with their IT issues with a positive, patient and solution-focussed approach
- Professional, clear, and prompt English communication (in person, by email, instant messaging, and on phone/video calls)
- Ability to prioritise multiple tasks of varying urgency, across multiple platforms such as Slack, ITSM, email and walk-up requests
- Absolute integrity and discretion, given your potential level of access to sensitive business data
- Ability to identify improvement and automation opportunities, as well as the willingness to adapt approaches
- To be able to produce clear documentation, and consistently improve existing material to enhance clarity and usability
- Bonus points if you can also bring:
- Experience using Jira Service Management as an ITSM tool
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365 suite administration including Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and Defender
- Familiarity with the command line on Windows, macOS and Linux platforms, including PowerShell and bash
- Experience writing and maintaining scripts for automation (e.g. PowerShell)
- An understanding of computer networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP, ICMP, VLANs) and the ability to independently debug networking issues
- Familiarity using and configuring Atlassian apps
- Familiarity with applying principles from the ITIL framework, in day-to-day work
- A pragmatic security-first approach, balancing protection with usability and efficiency
Benefits
- 20 days Annual Leave, and 15 days Personal Leave per annum
- 12% superannuation
- 4 x salary life cover
- Enhanced Parental Leave entitlements
- Comprehensive health, safety, and wellness service available 24/7 (family members are also welcome to access this)
- Access to learning resources such as Udemy and Coursera to support your continued personal development
- Two paid Volunteering Days per year, so you can contribute to your wider community
- Meals, snacks, and drinks provided daily in the office
- Employee Referral Bonus scheme
- Long service bonus payments, in addition to Long Service Leave
- Hybrid working options
- Regular social events
- Inclusive culture and environment, where you’ll feel genuinely valued and respected
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
troubleshootingWindows 10Windows 11macOSAndroidiOSJira Service ManagementMicrosoft 365 administrationPowerShellcomputer networking
Soft skills
problem-solvingcommunicationtime managementintegrityadaptabilitydocumentationcustomer servicecollaborationpatiencesolution-focused