Help Desk Support Analyst (Entry-Level)

Link Solutions, Inc.•Frederick, MD

23h•$50,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Link Solutions is seeking a Help Desk Support Analyst (Entry-Level) to join our team in support of the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Operational Medical Systems (OPMED) at Ft. Detrick, MD. The Help Desk Support Analyst will support and manage the functionality and efficiency of desktop computers supporting the OPMED's operations. The Analyst will provide various computer hardware and software services to end users for the operation and use of computer hardware and software and related peripherals. They will work as part of Tier 1 and 2 service teams to ensure a timely response to service requests and incident tickets. Become an integral part of a professionally diverse team while working at an industry-leading organization, where work/life balance and employees come first. This is a great opportunity that will allow you to work on innovative projects that offer advancement and growth while helping protect our national security.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen
Active T3/Secret Security Clearance
IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, etc.).
1-2 years’ experience within a Help/Service Desk environment.
Experience with remote connection and troubleshooting Windows laptop computers.
In-depth knowledge of the most recent version of Microsoft Operating System, Microsoft Office applications, and other common desktop applications, with the ability to quickly learn unique applications.
Familiarity with basic troubleshooting techniques for personal and network printers.
Strong customer service skills, interacting with a user base

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
Problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
Experience providing quality service and support for mission-critical systems and VIP end users.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, relocate, troubleshoot, and support user laptops and personal mobile devices; perform software upgrades, operating system troubleshooting; diagnose and resolve network connectivity, cabling, and configuration issues.
Provide Tier I/II help desk support by responding to user inquiries, diagnosing technical issues, determining root cause, implementing permanent or temporary solutions, and escalating issues as necessary to ensure timely resolution.
Support standard desktop and enterprise applications, Microsoft Windows operating systems, and Microsoft Office 365 application suite.
Utilize ticket system to manage workload and obtain work assignments.
Perform physical tasks related to IT support, including lifting and moving computers, monitors, printers, and other IT equipment.