IT Specialist Helpdesk II

Bizzell Group; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bizzell Group is seeking an IT Specialist II to provide advanced technical support, system administration, and endpoint management across enterprise and federal environments in Hyattsville, MD. The role handles incidents, administers Microsoft 365 and Entra ID, and supports cloud and device security to ensure compliance.

The candidate will troubleshoot, document workflows, and train Tier I staff while contributing to automation and security improvements across IT systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Science, or related field preferred.
• 1–3+ years of technical support or system administration experience.
• Proficiency with M365, Entra ID, Intune, Windows, and macOS support.
• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the initial point of contact for users seeking technical assistance via phone, chat, email, or in person.
• Provide first and second-level technical support for hardware, software, and systems.
• Log all service calls in the help desk system and ensure tickets are monitored and resolved promptly.
• Resolve escalated L2 incidents related to Windows, macOS, mobile devices, VPN, MFA, and conditional access.
• Escalate unresolved queries and provide resolution updates to end users.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop long-term solutions.
• Lead technical onboarding training and coach Tier I staff when needed.
• Manage and troubleshoot Entra ID users, groups, conditional access, and M365 policies.
• Enroll, configure, and secure devices via Intune; deploy apps and configurations.
• Support asset tracking, patch compliance, and zero-trust policies.
• Support backend systems and cloud services (Azure, Intune, Defender).
• Document configurations, troubleshooting steps, and internal SOPs.
• Write/maintain PowerShell/Python scripts for automation and data handling.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Certifications (A+/Network+/Security+) preferred

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Azure

Intune

Defender

Huntress

Job description

Description

The IT Specialist II provides advanced technical support, system administration, and endpoint management across Bizzell’s enterprise and federal contract environments. This role handles initial and escalated incidents, administers Microsoft 365 and Entra ID services, supports cloud and endpoint security, and ensures compliance with organizational and contract-specific standards. This specialist has the ability to solve complex issues and contributes to improving IT systems, automation, and security posture.

Scope of Work: The Specialist will perform the following services:

1. Helpdesk Support Services:
   • Act as the initial point of contact for users seeking technical assistance via phone, chat, email, or in person.
   • Provide first and second-level technical support for customer queries related to computer hardware, software, and systems.
   • Collect customer data to identify the nature of the request and determine the best resolution.
   • Log all service calls into the help desk call tracking system and ensure all tickets are monitored, distributed, and resolved in a timely fashion.
2. Advanced Technical Support & Troubleshooting:
   • Resolve escalated L2 incidents related to Windows, macOS, mobile devices, VPN, MFA, conditional access, and other tools.
   • Escalate unresolved queries to a higher level of support and follow up with end users to provide feedback and resolution updates.
   • Perform root cause analysis of recurring issues and develop long‑term solutions.
   • Provide guidance and coaching to Tier I staff when needed.
   • Ability to lead technical onboarding training
3. Microsoft 365/Entra ID Administration & Endpoint Management:
   • Manage and troubleshoot issues involving:
     1. Entra ID users, groups, and conditional access
     2. M365 policies and configurations
     3. Permissions
   • Assist with enforcing compliant identity and device policies
   • Enroll, configure, and secure devices via Intune
   • Deploy applications, compliance policies, and configuration profiles.
   • Assist with device lifecycle management: provisioning, imaging, encryption, and retirement.
4. Security & Compliance:
   • Implement and maintain endpoint security controls, including Defender, Huntress, MFA, and secure baseline policies.
   • Help maintain asset tracking, patch compliance, and zero‑trust policies.
5. Systems Support & Administration
   • Support backend systems and cloud services as assigned (Azure, Intune, Defender, device policies).
   • Perform routine maintenance and updates on workstations, printers, and network‑connected devices.
   • Document configurations, troubleshooting steps, and internal SOPs.
6. Automation, Scripting, & Process Optimization
   • Write/maintain small PowerShell/Python scripts for automation or data handling.
   • Recommend improvements for workflows, ticket routing, and system management.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Science, or related field (preferred).
• 1-3+ years of technical support or system administration experience.
• Proficiency with M365, Entra ID, Intune, Windows, and macOS support.
• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or equivalent certifications (preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

Competencies:

• Problem-solving & analytical skills
• Technical depth across identity, devices, and other related systems
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Customer‑centric communication
• Strong time and task management
• Understanding of security and compliance requirements