Helpdesk Specialist

IDC; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

IDC in Mexico City is seeking a Helpdesk Support Specialist to deliver hands-on IT support to employees through the Help Desk. You will troubleshoot Windows and macOS, hardware, and software, working on-site at the Mexico City corporate office four days a week, with Friday as optional remote work.

You will document issues, assist with account access, and collaborate with regional and global IT teams to improve service and knowledge sharing. Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related experience is required.
• 2–3 years of IT experience in a technical support role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT support to IDC staff via remote, phone, email, chat and in person.
• Install and configure software and maintain user accounts and access.
• Document issues and resolutions in the ticketing system.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues on laptops, desktops, and printers.
• Collaborate with regional and global IT teams on projects and knowledge sharing.
• Lead onboarding and offboarding of employees from IT perspective.

Skills

Windows

macOS

Jira

Communication

Customer service

Networking basics

MS Office 365

Cloud apps

Backup tools

Antivirus tools

Windows Autopilot

Education

Bachelor's degree or related experience

Tools

Jira

Job description

About the Role & Team

The Helpdesk Support Specialist is a hands‑on technical support role within IDC’s global IT Services

Overview

The Helpdesk Support Specialist is a hands‑on technical support role within IDC’s global IT Services Group. The position requires strong knowledge of Windows-based platforms, mainstream computer hardware, and a wide range of software applications. The specialist will work on‑site in IDC’s Mexico City corporate office, providing day‑to‑day support to employees through the IT Help Desk ticketing system. The role is designed for someone who can grow into a key contributor within IDC’s worldwide IT Operations team.

What You’ll Do

• Convey technical knowledge to non-technical colleagues.
• Provide IT support to both IDC technical and non-technical staff via remote‑controlled software, phone, email, chat, video conferencing and face to face communications.
• Ensure a positive employee experience.
• Provide account and access support – Reset passwords, manage user accounts, and assist with login or authentication issues.
• Install and configure software – Support applications, updates and basic system setups.
• Document issues and solutions – Maintain accurate records in the ticketing system to track trends and resolutions.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues – Diagnose problems with laptops, desktops, printers and common applications.
• Contribute and own technical investigations, implementations, and projects onsite.
• Be involved in globally focused efforts within IDC’s worldwide organization.
• Work closely with both regional and worldwide technical colleagues in order to provide improved customer service and to build technical knowledge.
• Drive IT new hire orientation on‑boarding as well as off‑boarding employees.
• Responsible for deployment and configuration of user hardware and inventory tracking.

What You Bring

• Convey technical knowledge to non-technical colleagues.
• Provide IT support to both IDC technical and non-technical staff via remote‑controlled software, phone, email, chat, video conferencing and face to face communications.
• Ensure a positive employee experience.
• Provide account and access support – Reset passwords, manage user accounts, and assist with login or authentication issues.
• Install and configure software – Support applications, updates and basic system setups.
• Document issues and solutions – Maintain accurate records in the ticketing system to track trends and resolutions.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues – Diagnose problems with laptops, desktops, printers and common applications.
• Contribute and own technical investigations, implementations, and projects onsite.
• Be involved in globally focused efforts within IDC’s worldwide organization.
• Work closely with both regional and worldwide technical colleagues in order to provide improved customer service and to build technical knowledge.
• Drive IT new hire orientation on-boarding as well as off-boarding employees.
• Responsible for deployment and configuration of user hardware and inventory tracking.
• Knowledge of Windows and macOS environments
• Familiarity with Jira ticketing tool
• Strong communication and customer‑service mindset
• A bachelor’s degree or related experience is required.
• 2-3 years of experience within an IT organization, in a technical support, customer-facing role.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve software and hardware problems in a professional environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot common hardware and software problems
• The ability to efficiently evaluate technical faults and problems and to prescribe the appropriate remedy and being able to document these remedies is beneficial as well.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player who is a fast learner, able to hit the ground running and be comfortable assisting users while still learning the intricacies of IDG, Inc.
• Demonstrated history of customer service and positive interpersonal skills are imperative.
• Experience working within a collaborative environment with both technical and non-technical colleagues is advantageous.
• Exposure to a wide variety of software applications including MS Office 365, various cloud applications, backup tools, antivirus tools, etc.
• Understanding basic networking concepts.
• Experience with Windows Autopilot technology including white glove.
• The ability to lift and carry heavy IT equipment is required.
• No travel is required for this position.

This position is onsite based in our Mexico City office, 4 days a week; Friday can be remote work.

Why This Role Stands Out

At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions. Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long‑term career development with a globally respected brand.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E‑Verify. If this role relocates to a different country, the salary range will be updated to reflect that country's range, rather than a currency conversion of the original range.