IT Support Engineer

Cajun Funding Corp; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Church's Texas Chicken is seeking an IT Support Engineer to deliver advanced technical support across endpoint, identity, application, and network environments in a global enterprise setting. The role combines hands-on troubleshooting with root-cause analysis, security enforcement, and automation initiatives.

You will work with Microsoft 365, Azure AD/Entra ID, Intune, and ITSM tools, supporting hybrid cloud environments and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 5-7 years IT support experience with progression into L2-L3 responsibilities.
• 3-5 years within a formal enterprise help desk/service desk environment.
• Experience working with vendors and SLA-based support models.
• 2-3 years supporting hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience supporting application integrations and technology rollouts.
• Experience with asset lifecycle management and endpoint deployment.
• Experience using AI tools to support troubleshooting and IT operations.
• ITIL certification or hands-on experience applying ITIL frameworks in a structured IT service environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support across endpoint, identity, application, and network environments.
• Administer Microsoft Intune for device enrollment and deployment across Windows/macOS/iOS/Android.
• Manage IT assets lifecycle and inventory across devices and equipment.
• Troubleshoot Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and cloud services; enforce security and compliance controls.
• Configure and support conference room technology and AV systems.
• Handle incidents and service requests using ITSM tools with SLA-driven resolution.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams; maintain meticulous documentation.
• Support security initiatives, patching, vulnerability remediation, and MFA adoption.
• Train and mentor junior staff; lead automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Organized

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure AD / Entra ID

Intune

Windows

macOS

iOS

Android

Networking basics

Microsoft Defender

ITSM tools

PowerShell

Python

Job description

Church's Texas Chicken Employee Job Description

Job Title: IT Support Engineer

Reports To: Director of Technology Operations

Department: Technology and Digital Platforms

Location: RSC Atlanta, Georgia

Job Summary: The IT Support Engineer delivers advanced technical support across a global enterprise environment, serving as a key escalation point for complex issues. This role spans endpoint, identity, application, and network environments, combining hands-on troubleshooting with deep technical analysis, root cause resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position integrates endpoint management, cloud administration, networking, and security operations to ensure a secure, stable, and high-performing IT landscape. Operating within a structured, metrics-driven IT service model, the engineer partners closely with infrastructure and security teams while leveraging automation and AI to enhance efficiency, accelerate issue resolution, and improve overall user experience. In this senior role, the engineer will serve as a subject matter expert, mentor junior staff, lead automation and continuous improvement initiatives, and influence endpoint, cloud, and security architecture decisions.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Proven ability to support both onsite and remote users across distributed environments, including troubleshooting endpoint, network, and collaboration tools in hybrid work settings. Diagnosing and resolving complex hardware, software, and system issues across desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals. Troubleshoot enterprise applications, identity, and connectivity issues. Deliver tiered technical support by addressing Level 1 (basic troubleshooting), Level 2 (advanced diagnostics), and Level 3 (complex escalations and root cause analysis) for end users and enterprise systems. Maintain thorough documentation and communication throughout all escalation stages to drive continuous improvement and ensure efficient, SLA-driven resolution.
• Endpoint & Device Management: Administer Microsoft Intune for device enrollment, compliance, patching, and application deployment. Manage endpoints across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android platforms. Support endpoint lifecycle including imaging, deployment, and upgrades.
• Asset & Inventory Management: Manage lifecycle of IT assets (deployment, tracking, auditing, retirement) across devices, AV equipment, and network hardware. Maintain accurate inventory, asset ownership, and location tracking using ITSM/asset tools. Support refresh cycles and conduct audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Azure Cloud Administration: Troubleshoot and resolve issues affecting Microsoft Secure Score pillars: Identity (e.g., authentication, Conditional Access), Data (protection in M365 and cloud SaaS), Applications (security and permissions), and Endpoints (Intune compliance). Has proven experience using Microsoft Purview for data governance, compliance, and information protection, such as applying sensitivity labels, classifying data, and enforcing policies. Ensure controls are implemented consistently across On-Premises, Cloud, and SaaS environments.
• Conference Room & AV Equipment: Configure, support, and maintain conference room technology (e.g., Microsoft Teams Rooms, video conferencing systems, displays, AV hardware). Troubleshoot meeting room and collaboration technology issues to ensure seamless user experience.
• Ticket & Incident Management: Manage incidents and service requests using ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Freshservice, etc.). Prioritize and resolve issues based on business impact and SLA requirements. Perform root cause analysis and contribute to problem management initiatives.
• Collaboration & Documentation: Work cross-functional with infrastructure, security, and application teams. Maintain knowledge base articles, SOPs, and technical documentation. Identify recurring issues and implement long-term improvements.
• Security & Compliance: Enforce IT security policies, endpoint compliance, and Conditional Access controls. Support endpoint protection tools (e.g., Microsoft Defender). Participate in patching, vulnerability remediation, and security initiatives.
• User Support & Training: Provide end-user support and training on Microsoft 365, Teams, conferencing tools, and enterprise systems. Promote security awareness and best practices (e.g., MFA, phishing awareness). Utilize AI tools to assist with troubleshooting, ticket triage, and knowledge management.

Position Requirements (Education, Qualifications, Experience)

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 5-7 years of IT support experience with progression into L2-L3 responsibilities.
• 3-5 years within a formal enterprise help desk/service desk environment.
• Experience working with vendors and SLA-based support models.
• 2-3 years supporting hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience supporting application integrations and technology rollouts.
• Experience with asset lifecycle management and endpoint deployment.
• Experience using AI tools to support troubleshooting and IT operations.
• ITIL certification or proven hands-on experience applying ITIL frameworks, including incident, problem and change management processes within a structured IT service environment.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft 365
• Azure AD / Entra ID
• Intune
• Windows, macOS, iOS, Android support
• Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPN, Wi-Fi)
• Conference room and AV technology support
• Endpoint security (Microsoft Defender, Conditional Access)
• ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Freshservice, Jira, or similar)
• Scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python - preferred)

Desired Certifications

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• Microsoft Certified (MCP, MD-102, AZ-104) preferred.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent customer service and user engagement skills
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Competencies

• Technical & Analytical Excellence: Demonstrates critical thinking and structured problem-solving, strong execution and prioritization abilities, proactive ownership and initiative, effective cross-functional collaboration with teams and vendors, and a commitment to continuous improvement with an emphasis on automation and efficiency.
• Vendor Management: Proven experience engaging and managing external vendors and managed service providers, including coordinating issue resolution, tracking performance against SLAs, participating in vendor QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews), and escalating to ensure consistent service delivery and accountability.
• AI-Enabled Support & Automation: Proven experience supporting enterprise AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot and AI-driven platforms, with a focus on troubleshooting and facilitating end-user adoption. Identifies opportunities to automate repetitive tasks using scripting and AI-driven workflows, while ensuring responsible, secure, and compliant use in alignment with enterprise governance and data protection standards.
• Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborates with infrastructure, security, application, and vendor teams to address complex issues. Bridges technical teams and business users for clear alignment. Proactively shares knowledge to foster team learning and support.
• Security & Risk Awareness: Shows solid knowledge of identity protection, endpoint security and data governance. Actively spots and addresses risks from user actions, system flaws and configuration issues.

Physical Requirements

• Capable of fulfilling essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift, install, and provide support for IT and AV equipment as necessary.

Why Join Us

1. If you're hungry for a career that’s fun, fast-paced and loaded with opportunity, then you've come to the right place. At Church's®, we’re not your typical quick service restaurant. We make real comfort food that makes a difference in people's lives. And for over 60 years, our restaurant has been a place where hard-working people can get ahead and go on to do amazing things by serving others.

2. Church's Chicken is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes hiring and employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Founded in San Antonio, Texas, in 1952, Church's Texas Chicken® is a highly recognized brand name in the Quick Service Restaurant industry and is one of the largest quick service chicken concepts in the world. Church's Texas Chicken serves up a rich tradition of gracious Southern hospitality and freshly prepared, high quality, authentic home-style fare, to help people provide affordable, complete meals for their families. Church's® menu includes its world famous Original and Spicy chicken, chicken sandwiches with classic sides, and hand-made from scratch Honey-Butter Biscuits™. The Church's® system consists of more than 1700 locations in 20 countries and system-wide sales of $1.6 billion. Throughout the world the company operates two brands: Church's Texas Chicken® and Texas Chicken®.