
MSP Service Desk, Support Specialist
Red Cup IT
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: California • United States
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About the role
- Respond to help desk tickets, via Slack, phone calls, and emails, ensuring issues are resolved within defined SLAs.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Microsoft 365, user accounts, email, and basic permissions.
- Assist with Windows Server user administration, basic server checks, and routine maintenance tasks.
- Diagnose and resolve basic network issues (DNS, DHCP, VPN, Wi‑Fi, printers, internet connectivity); escalate complex issues when needed.
- Monitor client systems using RMM tools, perform patching, updates, and proactive maintenance.
- Document all work performed in the ticketing system with clear notes and resolutions.
- Participate in onboarding of new users (accounts, hardware setup, permissions, applications).
- Collaborate with senior engineers on escalations and follow through to resolution.
- Educate end users on basic IT best practices and security awareness.
Requirements
- 2-3 years of experience in an MSP IT help desk, desktop support, or similar technical support role.
- Hands-on experience with: Windows 10/11 workstations (install, configure, troubleshoot).
- Microsoft 365 (Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, basic admin tasks).
- Basic networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Wi‑Fi troubleshooting.
- Experience using RMM and ticketing/PSA tools (e.g., ConnectWise, Datto, Kaseya, NinjaOne, Autotask, HaloPSA).
- Strong customer service, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize tickets, and work independently in a fast-paced MSP environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Windows 10Windows 11Microsoft 365basic networkingTCP/IPDNSDHCPVPNWi-Fi troubleshootinguser administration
Soft Skills
customer servicecommunicationdocumentationmultitaskingprioritizationindependencecollaborationeducationproblem-solvingtime management