Escalation Engineer - North Suburbs, United States - Impact Networking
Description
Description
Impact is hiring a Escalation Engineer for our Nationally ranked Best and Brightest Workplace
The Escalation Engineer will be utilized in many different capacities to ensure client success regarding the entire scope of our Managed IT services. Escalation Engineers will be the primary technical subject matter expert for MIT clients' technical environment. They maintain client uptime and improves their computing experiences through effective monitoring, maintenance, problem identification and resolution activities, as well as further developing our company's positive reputation with existing clients through exceptional service. The role of the Escalation Engineer is challenging and rewarding, requiring a strong and vast technical skill set, along with business acumen and interpersonal skills. The position will require several different skills, beyond what is stated here. The focus of any job at Impact is always Excellent Customer Service.
Responsibilities
Pre-Sales
Produce the technical portion of the Business Transformation Assessment (BTA). The focus is on discovery and recommendation, taking data to produce strategy. This includes RMM tool configuration and deployment on the client network, physical review, documentation of the IT assets, and participation in onsite interviews. The Engineer then must analyze the data collected and produce a detailed technical document that outlines the client network with our technical recommendations.
When necessary, participate in phone conferences, in person meetings, validation, and proposal meetings with the Managed IT Business Development Specialist. The emphasis is always on showing the value, capability, and professionalism of our Managed IT services. Our goal is partnering with the client on our fully managed IT program.
Scope and generate technical project plans, defining steps necessary for successful project completion and defining project milestones/timelines.
Participate in end user on-boarding meetings to help explain the Complete Care program and show clients how to interact with our Service Desk. Walk users through the Complete Care end user guide and ensure the client understands the process while emphasizing our commitment to excellent customer service.
Technical
The Engineer will plan and lead the installation and configuration of recommendations made during the BTA. This requires the technical skills to implement the core networking technologies. These include Windows Server, Hyper-V, VMWare, Exchange, SharePoint, firewalls, switches, BDR solutions, PowerShell, Active Directory, Group Policy configuration, and cloud services such as Office 365, G-Suite, and Azure.
Configuration of our RMM tool to monitor and alert on all critical client network components.
Work with the Service Desk and Operations teams to plan and implement the client management and maintenance plans that include Windows and 3rd party software patching, A/V profiles and scan schedules, workstation clean up, Active Directory management, backup maintenance, and all network documentation.
Work with clients' line of business vendors.
Identifies, documents and troubleshoots user computing issues to resolution and maintains customer satisfaction.
Identifies user problems and works within a structured problem management and resolution process to maintain customer satisfaction.
Works with other resources and vendors to deliver effective field support services.
Utilizes Impact improved technologies to deliver on-site and remote user support services.
On time documentation of issues within Impact's ticket system.
General
Participates in ongoing training and attainment of manufacturer certifications.
Develops and maintains relationships with customers and engineers that further develop our company's positive reputation through exceptional customer service.
Maintains relationships with vendor contacts that are beneficial to the company.
Follows a set of standards for documentation of customer network status and activities.
Things We Are Looking For
Computer Skills
Server Administration
Experience with Windows Server
Active Directory design, management and maintenance
Microsoft Exchange, SQL, and SharePoint management
DNS, DHCP, and Remote Desktop Services
VMWare, Hyper-V and other virtualization technologies
Storage solutions: SAN, NAS, and Shared Storage
Firewalls, switches, and other networking technologies
Cisco Meraki, HP, and other technologies
Disaster recovery solutions and backup technologies
Office 365, Azure and other cloud solutions
Mobile operating systems (IOS, Android, Windows)
RMM tools such as N-Able, Kaseya or LabTech
Excellent in-person and remote client support skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
Microsoft Fundamental and Associate certifications
Cisco Certifications
Other Skills and Abilities
Able to work independently or as part of a team
Must be prepared for on-site work with clients
Excellent technical writing ability
Valued Qualifications (not required)
5 or more years relevant experience as a:
Network Engineer, Systems Engineer, Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, IT Administrator, NOC Engineer, IT Engineer, IT Consultant, IT Manager, Infrastructure Engineer, Windows Server Engineer, etc.
Relevant industry certifications
Experience as part of a Microsoft Partner organization
Experience working for a managed services organization
Benefits- 20 days of PTO
12+ paid holidays
Flexible Sick Day Policy
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Health, Disability Life, Dental and Vision Plans
401(K) discretionary match & retirement plans
Continued education reimbursement
On-going training & development opportunities
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