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We are seeking candidates who have expertise relevant to providing exceptional technical support. This position is part of a larger team of IT Customer Service professionals, engineers and managers who follow the ITIL framework. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a customer-focused mindset to effectively resolve technical challenges in a timely manner. Position is on onsite in Silver Spring, MD (with the possibility of limited telework.)

You are responsible for providing IT desktop support to approximately 300 users. Through analysis, repair, and maintenance, you will ensure that local and network computer hardware, software, systems, and related peripheral equipment are operating optimally. You will address assigned incidents and problems promptly, consistent with customer SLAs.

Supervisory responsibilities

• None

  Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Responds to tickets and questions escalated from Tier I Call Center. 

• Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems using approved remote support tools

• Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities

• A bility to multi-task projects and daily operations while providing regular status updates to management

• Troubleshoot IT hardware and software issues to include laptops, desktops, tablets, mobile devices, printers

• Be knowledgeable with Windows 10 and 11 Operating Systems, MS Office Applications, Google Mail, and Google Applications

• Knowledge or experience in supporting MAC IOS in an enterprise environment

• Possess knowledge of Trellix, GoverLan, Cisco Secure VPN, and computer imaging

• Perform account management in Active Directory

• Provide IT support for remote customers using government-approved remote support tools

• Follow-up with end users to provide status updates meeting expected service level targets (SLAs). 

• Image laptops and desktop computers with NOAA/NESDIS Windows 10 and 11 OS

• Adhere to customer change, configuration, and security guidelines

• Work independently and with minimal supervision 

  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Basic Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working in an IT Service Desk environment 

• Extensive support of MS Windows-based OS, including laptop and desktop hardware

• Ability speak about and explain complex concepts, as well as the ability to provide recommendations for the needs of the client

• Ensure a high customer satisfaction (CS) and positive customer experience (CX). 

• Team player, responsive and self-managed

  Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business or Related Technical Field, or equivalent work experience 

• CompTIA Certificate (A+, Network +, Server+, or Security+) 

• ITILv3 Foundations

• HDI Certificate Experience support for macOS and major Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, etc.)

• Experience using ITSM Ticketing tools (e.g. ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems to manage and track incidents)

• Basic knowledge of ITIL, Service Desk metrics/SLAs, and mobile device support

  Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Ability to obtain a government security clearance

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations and client facilities

  The base salary range for this position is: $51,261.55 - $72,260.26

  This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual’s base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.

  GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more information click here.

  ABOUT GAMA-1

  GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com

  GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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