- Respond promptly and courteously to user inquiries and technical issues via phone, email, chat, or in-person.
- Clearly and effectively communicate technical information to non-technical users.
- Ensure the quality of support services by adhering to Acuity and/or industry standard policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Collaborate with other stakeholders to resolve complex issues.
- Identify, diagnose, and address hardware, software, or network problems, not limited to laptops, printers, or network equipment.
- Analyze and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Escalate complex issues to higher-level support or appropriate departments.
- Provide support and maintenance for Microsoft Office 365 and other Acuity products.
- Review and analyze audit logs and other security reports such as antivirus reports and user logs.
- Manage Acuitys cloud environment to include Office365, Azure, Jira, and SharePoint.
- Provide end-to-end management of all desktops, laptops, printers, network equipment and peripherals for existing and new devices.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Provide remote assistance using remote desktop tools or remote access software, as needed.
- Create proper documentation of user issues, resolutions, and support procedures for future reference.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems such as Jira.
- Create and update knowledge base articles and FAQs.
- Regulates and tracks all technology assets.
- Assist with the installation, configuration, and setup of hardware and software.
- Perform routine maintenance and updates.
- Image new laptops and install necessary software.
Technical Support Specialist - Herndon, United States - Acuity
Description
Overview
Acuity, Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and driven professional to fill the role of Technical Support Specialist. We are looking to hire the best and brightest IT professional to further assist and support our growth. The ideal candidate will not only fulfill assigned tasks but remain proactive when tasks are completed. We require a professional presence when engaging co-workers, staff, and guests of Acuity while working in our Reston, VA office. Candidates must reside in the DMV area and work onsite 3 days a week in Reston, VA.
Responsibilities
The role can be performed primarily remotely but will require in-person attendance at Acuity HQ as determined by the supervisor. The primary responsibilities of the Technical Support Specialist include:
User Support:
Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution:
Technical Knowledge:
Documentation:
Hardware and Software Installation: