Help Desk Analyst

Future Standard; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Philadelphia is seeking a Help Desk Analyst to manage day-to-day IT issues for employees. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in desktop support and a Bachelor's degree. This role involves supporting high-profile users and requires exceptional troubleshooting skills and customer service. Competitive benefits and a full-time employment type are offered.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years in desktop support or technical troubleshooting roles.
• Proven ability to provide top-tier support to high-profile users.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prompt and professional technical support.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires.
• Maintain inventory and lifecycle management of user devices.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Customer service

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

OKTA

Active Directory

Freshworks

Intune

Job description

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Future Standard is seeking a Help Desk Analyst, as part of the IT Infrastructure and Technology team, to be responsible for managing all day-to-day issues that arise from internal employees as it relates to their hardware, software, and connectivity. The Analyst will work out of the Philadelphia office and will collaborate with other Help Desk Analysts and offices to ensure all issues are managed and resolved appropriately.

This office is a fast-paced, high-visibility environment, where the Analyst will provide exceptional technical support to employees across departments, executives (including C-suite personnel), and other users. This role demands strong troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining excellent customer service.

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Deliver prompt and professional technical support in person, via phone, or electronically, catering to the unique needs of traders and C-suite executives.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires by provisioning equipment, software, security credentials, and ensuring seamless integration into the organization.
• Collaborate on technology initiatives and projects, contributing to innovative solutions that enhance IT services across the firm.
• Maintain inventory and lifecycle management of all user devices, including desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals.
• Ensure software and firmware are up-to-date and compliant with company policies.
• Effectively escalate complex issues to appropriate teams while providing clear, timely communication to stakeholders.
• Enforce compliance with IT security policies and ensure devices meet regulatory requirements critical to financial firms.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years in desktop support or technical troubleshooting roles, preferably within financial services or a similar high-stakes environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Proven ability to provide top-tier support to high-profile users, including executives, with an emphasis on clear, professional communication.
• Advanced knowledge of hardware, licensed software, and troubleshooting theories.
• Familiarity with trading platforms, market data applications, and industry-specific software is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Comfortable working collaboratively in a team, with minimal supervision, while maintaining a customer-first mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues and implement effective solutions quickly. A+ certification, Network+ certification.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience supporting financial firm technologies, such as Bloomberg Terminal, Reuters Eikon, or similar trading systems.
• Knowledge of compliance and security frameworks pertinent to financial services.
• Familiarity with ITIL practices or similar frameworks for IT service management.
• Strong consideration for any candidate experienced with the following systems: OKTA, Freshworks, Intune, JAMF, and Active Directory.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

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