Associate Technical Consultant - Cloud Services

ValuePoint; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

ValuePoint seeks a skilled IT Support Specialist to manage global client communications and lead advanced troubleshooting across Windows, macOS, Linux, and M365 environments. The role emphasizes ITIL-aligned incident management, SLA adherence, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will administer Azure AD/Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, and related enterprise tools, while coordinating with vendors and internal teams to restore services quickly and effectively.

Qualifications

• End-to-end troubleshooting across Windows, macOS, Linux desktop/server environments.
• Experience managing M365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Entra ID/Azure AD).
• Proficient in ITSM tools (ServiceNow, ManageEngine, Jira Service Management) and ITIL-aligned processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for international stakeholders and manage expectations during incidents.
• Provide advanced tier-2 technical troubleshooting across hardware, software, networking, and enterprise SaaS issues.
• Own incident management and SLA compliance in IT service tools.
• Administer identity and access management, email systems, and enterprise tools across global environments.
• Coordinate L1/L3 escalations and liaise with vendors to resolve high-impact issues.
• Document post-incident reports, SOPs, and KB articles for knowledge sharing.
• Maintain high CSAT scores with proactive, clear status updates during outages.

Skills

Windows Admin

macOS Admin

Linux Admin

M365 Admin

Azure AD/Entra ID

Exchange Online

Teams

SharePoint

DNS/DHCP/VPN

ITSM Tools

ServiceNow

Jira Service Management

Incident Management

Root Cause Analysis

ITIL

Knowledge Management

CSAT/Customer Focus

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft Entra ID

Email Systems

Job description

• Global Client Engagement & Communication: Serve as the primary, high-touch point of contact for international stakeholders, delivering clear, articulate, and cross-culturally sensitive communication (both verbal and written) to manage user expectations and technical escalations effectively.
• Advanced Tier-2 Technical Troubleshooting: Provide end-to-end, root-cause troubleshooting for complex hardware, software, operating systems, networking, and enterprise SaaS/application issues across global client environments.
• Incident Management & SLA Compliance: Take ownership of escalated incidents and complex service requests within IT service management (ITSM) tools, ensuring swift resolution and strict adherence to international Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• User & Systems Administration: Administer identity and access management (Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD), email systems, and enterprise tools, overseeing onboarding, permissions, and security policies.
• Escalation & Vendor Management: Act as the liaison between L1 service desks, internal L3/Infrastructure teams, and external vendor partners to diagnose and resolve high-impact or persistent technical issues.
• ITIL Alignment & Process Adherence: Follow ITIL frameworks and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistent, high-quality, and secure service delivery across different time zones.
• Knowledge Management: Author clear, detailed post-incident reports, technical SOPs, and Knowledge Base (KB) articles to optimize internal support workflows and continuous team learning.
• Customer Satisfaction & Proactive Updates: Maintain high CSAT scores by practicing active listening, providing regular empathetic status updates during outages, and delivering a polished end-user experience for foreign business clients.

Technical & System Skills

• Operating Systems Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced administration and troubleshooting of Windows, macOS, and Linux desktop/server environments.
• Microsoft 365 & Enterprise Applications: Practical experience managing M365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Entra ID / Azure AD), including user provisioning, license management, and mail flow troubleshooting.
• Networking & Infrastructure: Deep understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Firewalls, VLANs) with the ability to diagnose connectivity issues using tools like ping, traceroute, and nslookup.
• Hardware & Peripherals: Advanced troubleshooting of enterprise desktops, laptops, printers, peripheral hardware, and conferencing setups.

Analytical & Process Skills

• L2 Escalation & Root-Cause Analysis: Strong diagnostic skills to investigate complex, non-routine technical issues, analyze log files, and drive permanent resolutions beyond basic surface-level fixes.
• ITSM & SLA Management: Hands-on experience with enterprise ticketing tools (e.g., ServiceNow, ManageEngine, Jira Service Management) adhering strictly to ITIL framework and SLA targets.

Communication & Soft Skills (Global Focus)

• International Client Communication: Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills, with a refined tone, strong active listening, and cross-cultural awareness suited for direct foreign client interaction.
• De-escalation & Expectation Management: Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, manage client anxiety during critical outages, and deliver professional status updates.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Proven ability to work productively under pressure, manage competing priorities in high-volume environments, and adapt to flexible shift schedules (including international time zones).

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