Information Technology Specialist

Sharp Brains; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading IT support company in Düsseldorf is looking for a Level 1 Desktop Support Engineer to resolve basic IT issues and support hardware, software, and operating systems. The role involves installation, repair, and troubleshooting of desktops and peripherals, as well as basic network connectivity support. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in IT and B2-level proficiency in English and the local language. Effective communication and time management skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifikationen

• 1–3 years of experience in IT infrastructure support.
• Minimum B2-level proficiency in English and the local language.
• Basic knowledge of ITIL processes.

Aufgaben

• Resolve basic IT issues regarding hardware and software.
• Provide deskside support for desktop applications.
• Support installations and troubleshooting of operating systems.

Kenntnisse

IT infrastructure support

Effective communication skills

Troubleshooting

Self-motivation

Time management

Tools

Windows Deployment Services (WDS)

Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions

TCP/IP

VPN / RDP

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

1–3 years in IT infrastructure support, with focus on hardware, software, and operating system

Role

As a Level 1 Desktop Support Engineer, you will be responsible for resolving basic IT issues in accordance with hardware warranty terms and customer security compliance standards. You will work under direction, following procedures and escalating complex problems to Level 2 engineers or relevant teams.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Hardware Support & Troubleshooting
• Installation, repair, and troubleshooting of desktops, laptops, printers, and peripherals (monitors, keyboards, mice, fax machines, scanners).
• Physical ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Routers, switches, firewalls
• Racks and cabinets
• Tasks as directed by senior engineers or remote support teams
• Note: Configuration and advanced troubleshooting of network infrastructure is escalated to L2 support.

• 2. Software & Operating System Support
• Follow instructions to install and troubleshoot desktop applications.
• Provide deskside support and break/fix for PCs.
• Basic Windows OS support and administration.
• Support antivirus/anti-spyware installation and troubleshooting.
• Assist with configuration and troubleshooting of iOS/Android tablets.
• Support deployments using tools such as:
• Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
• Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions
• Note: Escalate enterprise deployment failures to L2 support.

• 3. Active Directory & Identity Management
• Adding users to groups
• Note: Complex AD troubleshooting is handled by L2 engineers.

• 4. Network & Connectivity Support
• Basic understanding of LAN/WAN.
• Troubleshoot simple connectivity issues.
• Familiarity with:
• TCP/IP
• DNS / DHCP
• VPN / RDP
• Use basic tools such as:
• Ping
• Wi-Fi analyzers

Certifications

• Basic knowledge of ITIL processes: Incident, Change, and Problem Management; Service Requests; Buffer/spare stock management.
• Site-specific certifications may be required during induction.

Competency Requirements

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and user support skills.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Logical and deductive reasoning for issue troubleshooting.
• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow ticketing procedures and escalate as per SLA.
• Work as directed by senior techs or Service Desk for network-related support.

Language Requirement

Minimum B2-level proficiency in English and the local language.