Desktop Support Specialist

Multinational Company; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 4,200 - 8,400; Full time

Job summary

Multinational Company in Kuwait City seeks a Desktop Support specialist to perform IMAC activities and annual device refresh (~25%). You will manage incidents for hardware, OS, Citrix VDI, printers, connectivity, and conference tech, with on-call Tier 1/2 security support on a weekly rotation.

Responsibilities include onboarding/offboarding, Windows 11 rollout, domain migration, MEM and AV rollouts, and global end-user training, plus creating end-user documentation and supporting town halls and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hardware troubleshooting across PCs and peripherals.
• Experience with OS patching and software updates in enterprise environments, including Citrix VDI.
• Familiarity with Windows 11 rollout and domain migrations.
• Excellent communication and thorough documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage incidents (Break/Fix) for hardware, OS, applications, Citrix VDI, printers, connectivity, and conference room tech.
• Provide on-call support for Tier 1/2 security incident tickets (weekly rotation).
• Handle onboarding/offboarding and miscellaneous IT requests.
• Support Windows 11 rollout, domain migration, MEM rollout, Citrix VDI rollout, and hardware refresh.
• Perform inventory controls (KTLO): asset management and disposal.
• Create and maintain end-user instructions and technical documentation.
• Deliver end-user training and support company-wide events.

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

OS patching

Citrix VDI

Windows 11 rollout

Domain migration

VIP support

End-user training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Citrix VDI

Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM)

Job description

Job Title - Desktop Support

Location - Kuwait

Perform IMAC (Install, Move, Add, Change) activities, including annual device refresh (~25%).

• Manage incidents (Break/Fix) for hardware, OS, applications, Citrix VDI, printers, connectivity, and conference room technology.
• Provide on-call support for Tier 1 and Tier 2 security incident tickets (weekly rotation).
• Handle onboarding/offboarding tasks and miscellaneous IT requests.
• Support initiatives such as Windows 11 rollout, domain migration, MEM rollout, Citrix VDI rollout, AV rollout, posture check rollout, and hardware refresh.
• Perform KTLO activities: inventory management, storage clean-up, asset disposal.
• Conduct User Acceptance Testing for new images and projects.
• Manage OS and application patching/feature updates.
• Deliver global new-hire IT orientation and remote training.
• Create and maintain end-user instructions and technical documentation.
• Support company-wide town halls and customer engagement events.
• License provisioning/deprovisioning for platforms like Adobe Creative Cloud, Visual Studio/MSDN, SnagIt, Camtasia, Printer Logic.
• Ensure effective ticket and queue management.
• Provide VIP support for Customer C and C+1 team (~75 users).
• Interface with hardware vendors for planning and problem resolution.
• Configure and troubleshoot VPN clients; coordinate with Command Center.
• Perform secure data deletion before disposal or user reassignment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hardware troubleshooting for PCs and peripherals.
• Experience with OS patching, application updates, and Citrix VDI environments.
• Familiarity with Windows 11 rollout and domain migration.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Experience in handling VIP support and global end-user training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, or equivalent.
• Experience with MEM (Microsoft Endpoint Manager) and enterprise-level device management.
• Knowledge of ITIL processes and best practices.
• Prior experience in global IT support environments and handling large-scale rollouts.
• Familiarity with security incident management and compliance standards.

Key Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Proficient in end-user computing and troubleshooting across hardware, OS, and applications.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues quickly.
• Customer Focus: Strong commitment to delivering high-quality support and ensuring user satisfaction.
• Collaboration: Skilled in working with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Adaptability: Comfortable handling urgent requests and dynamic priorities.
• Communication: Clear and professional communication for training, documentation, and stakeholder updates.
• Process Orientation: Attention to detail in ticket management and compliance.