IT Support Specialist II

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/ADD & Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, a leading defense technology company, seeks an IT Help Desk Technician to provide end-user support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and network services. You will handle onsite and remote requests, configure Windows 10 machines, and manage user accounts in a fast-paced environment.

Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 2–3 years in IT support; CompTIA A+ or Security+ preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 2–3 years in IT support.
• Current CompTIA A+ or Security+ certification preferred.
• Experience with Windows 10, Office 365 and VPN troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline onsite and remote technical support to locations.
• Configure and maintain Windows 10 desktop/laptop in enterprise env.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, telephones, printers, and network connectivity.
• Manage user accounts and access across multiple systems.
• Coordinate, escalate and resolve tickets with appropriate teams.

Skills

Computer skills

Confidential information

Customer service

Learn company tech

Instruction following

Fast-paced work

Multi-priority management

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CompTIA A+ or Security+

Tools

Windows 10

Office 365

Adobe products

VPN

Smartphones

MFPs/printers

Job description

Job Description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Job Description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the US military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top-notch jet-powered subscale targets has established us as a go-to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price.

At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Provides support services to employees and contractors in local and/or remote access locations, helping resolve technical problems and information technology issues involving desktop, laptop, mobile devices, printers, and network services.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide front-line onsite and remote technical support to identified locations, including troubleshooting hardware, standardized and proprietary software, telephones, mobile devices, VPN, printers, telephony, and network connectivity.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Windows 10 desktop and laptop computers in an enterprise environment.
• Coordinate, troubleshoot and resolve incoming tickets, phone call and walk-up requests.
• Ensures priority support to senior leadership, including deadline driven or after-hours support as needed.
• Utilizes technical expertise and applicable company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Uses the IT Service Desk electronic ticketing system according to department procedures for the opening, closing, resolution, escalation, and tracking of user requests.
• Monitor queue regularly and dispense tickets to the applicable department or resource.
• Resolve 70% - 80% of all assigned tickets, and coordinates escalation to the appropriate Information Technology staff and/or vendor(s) for those requests that fall outside scope of assigned role.
• Manage user accounts, shared resources, and group memberships.
• May support multiple segments within the organization and builds on technical knowledge in those sectors.
• May provide access and connectivity support to external customers as needed.
• Notify leadership of any changes within site that may cause a change in volume, escalation, major outage, server issue, major move, and/or staffing issue.
• Supports and maintains open, professional, and effective relationships with leadership, user community, and peers.
• Onsite resource for other departments within IT, and assists with team maintenance and deployment efforts, including occasional after-hours support.
• Configure, deploy, upgrade, wipe, and repurpose mobile devices to established procedures.
• Maintains site IT desktop hardware and peripherals, including procurement, recycling, or destruction per department process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Experience And Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Required:

• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, leadership, and end users, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.

• Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purpose.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to the job.

• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a deadline-driven, security centric environment.
• Self-starter with the demonstrated ability to learn/adapt to new technologies and techniques.
• Passionate for delivering excellence in customer service within a collaborative team environment.

Preferred:

N/A

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Requires Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of related experience; or applicable certifications with a minimum of 4 years of related experience.
• Proven hardware and software experience, including Microsoft Windows 10, Office 365, Adobe products, VPN, Smartphone, as well as other out-of-the box, and proprietary software, and MFP’s/printers.
• Networking experience, including wired and wireless troubleshooting and basic VPN connectivity issues.
• Current CompTIA A+ or Security+ certification, and/or ITLv4 preferred.

Preferred:

N/A

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and open cubical environment.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones).
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 0-10% - May be required between KUAS locations.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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