IT Support Specialist

Westin Chicago North Shore; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays (6 days + floating)

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vinayaka Hospitality is seeking an IT Support Specialist to provide systems administration, infrastructure support, and enterprise application troubleshooting across multiple hotel properties. Travel is required and experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and hospitality systems is essential.

The role supports Marriott and Hilton IT environments and requires strong problem-solving skills. Compensation includes benefits; the anticipated pay is $65,000 per year, with final offers based on

Qualifications

• Hands-on Microsoft 365, AD, imaging, and networking experience.
• Experience with hospitality IT environments preferred.
• 2 years in a hotel setting required.

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft 365, AD provisioning, and permissions.
• Image and deploy Windows devices across properties.
• Support Lightspeed PMS, Saflok, and other hospitality systems.
• Troubleshoot authentication, sync, and configuration issues.

Skills

Microsoft 365 Admin

Active Directory

Windows imaging

NTFS permissions

Network printer config

Remote support platforms

Troubleshooting

Hotel environment experience

Job description

Description

Vinayaka Hospitality

Full-Time | Multi-Property IT Environment | Travel Required

We are seeking a technically strong IT Support Specialist to provide systems administration, infrastructure support, and enterprise application troubleshooting across multiple hotel properties. This role requires hands‑on experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, endpoint deployment, networking, and hospitality systems.

Experience supporting Marriott and/or Hilton brand IT environments is strongly preferred.

Systems & User Administration

• Administer Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, licensing, mailbox permissions)
• Manage Active Directory user provisioning and deprovisioning
• Configure SharePoint and OneDrive permissions
• Maintain file server access controls and shared drive permissions
• Enforce immediate access termination protocols

Endpoint Management

• Image and deploy Windows desktops and laptops
• Configure user profiles, domain joins, and security policies
• Deploy and configure Microsoft 365 applications
• Install and configure property-specific software platforms
• Configure network printers and drivers

Enterprise Application Support

Provide Tier 1-2 technical support for:

• Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive)
• Lightspeed PMS
• Saflok access control
• Galaxy, Savie, SBA
• CITY and EMC systems
• SecureCRT
• Adobe Acrobat

Responsibilities include authentication troubleshooting, sync failures, configuration errors, and performance diagnostics.

Hardware & Infrastructure

• Diagnose and replace internal hardware components (RAM, SSD/HDD, Wi-Fi adapters, motherboards)
• Troubleshoot printers and peripheral devices
• Support UniFi network environments
• Reboot and troubleshoot access points during outages
• Assist with infrastructure installations and network deployments

Email Security & Threat Management

• Administer Barracuda Email Security Gateway
• Manage quarantine releases and phishing mitigation
• Configure encryption and secure email delivery

IT Operations & Projects

• Maintain hardware asset lifecycle tracking
• Document support activities and maintain ticket accuracy
• Support hotel openings, acquisitions, and system transitions
• Coordinate vendor escalations (ISP, telephony, IPTV providers)

In accordance with Illinois law, the anticipated pay range for this position is:

$65,000 per year

The final offer will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, and market conditions.

Eligible team members may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time, holidays)
• Six paid company holidays and one floating holiday
• 401(k) with company match (up to 4%)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee discounts (hotel and travel discounts)

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on position, employment status, and tenure.

Additional Compensation

This role may not be eligible for additional compensation, including:

• Bonus or incentive programs
• Commissions (if applicable)

Details will be provided during the interview process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws

Requirements

Technical Qualifications

• Microsoft 365 Administration (Exchange Online, licensing, security controls)
• Active Directory (user, group, and permission management)
• Windows OS imaging and deployment
• File server and NTFS permission management
• Network printer configuration
• Remote support platforms
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
• 2 years experience in a hotel environment

Required

• Microsoft 365 Administration (Exchange Online, licensing, security controls)
• Active Directory (user, group, and permission management)
• Windows OS imaging and deployment
• File server and NTFS permission management
• Network printer configuration
• Remote support platforms
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
• 2 years experience in a hotel environment

Preferred

• Experience supporting Marriott and/or Hilton IT standards
• Hospitality PMS experience (Lightspeed preferred)
• UniFi network management
• Barracuda email security administration
• Multi-property IT support experience

Work Environment

• Hybrid remote and on-site support
• Travel required to hotel properties
• Multi-location enterprise hospitality environment

We are seeking a detail-oriented IT professional with strong systems knowledge, documentation discipline, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, multi-property environment.