IT Support Associate

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a talented IT Help Desk specialist. You will provide advanced support across Windows, Mac, and Linux systems, troubleshoot a wide range of technical issues, and deliver excellent customer service.

The role requires readiness to travel and to obtain a DoD security clearance, with a focus on remote and on-site support to CMU and sponsor sites.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field is preferred.
• 0-3 years of related Help Desk and end user support experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and provide solutions for user issues.
• Install, configure and troubleshoot system and application software including email clients and office apps.
• Support Windows, Linux, Macs, mobile devices, conferencing tools, and networking.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Remote work capability

Windows OS

Linux OS

Mac OS

Networking basics

Email clients

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree in a technical field

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

CompTIA A+ certification

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Job description

What We Do

The SEI helps advance software engineering principles and practices and serves as a national resource in software engineering, computer security, and process improvement. The SEI works closely with defense and government organizations, industry, and academia to continually improve software-intensive systems. Our core purpose is to help organizations improve software engineering capabilities and develop or acquire the right software, defect free, within budget and on time, every time.

What We Do

The SEI helps advance software engineering principles and practices and serves as a national resource in software engineering, computer security, and process improvement. The SEI works closely with defense and government organizations, industry, and academia to continually improve software-intensive systems. Our core purpose is to help organizations improve software engineering capabilities and develop or acquire the right software, defect free, within budget and on time, every time.

Position Summary

Are you a talented tier-one technical support person with the desire to work for an organization that is changing the world? Are you a highly motivated and customer-centric troubleshooter looking for your next opportunity? We are looking for you to join our dynamic IT team at the SEI! In this role, you will be responsible for providing advanced support and services including Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems. Desirable candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills as well as possess the ability to troubleshoot a wide variety of technical issues.

Requirements

• Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent
• 0-3 years of related experience with Help Desk and end user support.
• Willingness to travel to various locations to support the SEI’s overall mission. This includes within the SEI and CMU community, sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings on occasion.
• You will be subject to a background check and will need to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.

Duties

• Diagnosing, troubleshooting and providing solutions for technical user problems.
• Install, configure and troubleshoot system and application software including email clients, office applications, and approved customer related requests.
• Areas of support include, but are not limited to Windows, Linux, Macs, mobile phones, tablets, audio and video teleconferencing, account management, printing and networking and a wide variety of technical issues that deal with the hardware and software.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of computer operating systems and common tools including networking, email clients, and web browsers
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem solving, interpersonal, and reasoning skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work remotely on After Hours coverage
• Ability to organize work in order to meet deadlines and user demands
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to interact well with customers with varying needs from government, business, and education spectrums
• Ability to assess support issues and either resolve or elevate to the appropriate resource for resolution
• Ability to communicate with users, including insuring that the user understands what the incumbent has communicated
• Being able to use our online tracking Service Desk System to track and document incidents and requests is required

Desired Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Certifications from CompTIA A+, CompTIA Networking+, CompTIA Security+
• Ability to create, develop and maintain documentation and training materials
• Ability to assist users by consulting on how to apply new technology to perform their job more efficiently
• Ability to handle new user training as needed
• Ability to answer help desk phone as needed
• Ability to work with other members of SEI Information Technology staff to resolve user problems and provide consistent and reliable help desk services

Job Function Breakdown

60%: Directly responds to and resolves user problems. Consults with users on best use of applications and how to’s
10%: Trains users in system, network or software capabilities and functions. Training can be one‑on‑one or in a classroom setting. Assists in developing user documentation
10%: Installs software. Assists in product evaluations and makes recommendations for software purchases
10%: Updates skills as needed. Researches new technology to evaluate its use in the SEI computing environment or IT’s. Work on obtaining hardware, network and security certifications
10%: Other duties as assigned, including meetings, providing additional help desk coverage as needed
TOTAL=100%

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Systems Administration and Support

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information

• Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.
• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
• Statement of Assurance