Senior IT Specialist

Superior Essex Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development support

Exposure to enterprise-level projects

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Superior Essex is seeking a Senior IT Support Specialist to join our IT team at the Atlanta headquarters. This in-office role supports end-user devices across offices, manufacturing facilities, and remote locations, handling complex incidents and infrastructure initiatives.

You will manage Active Directory, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365 environments, support Intune/MDM, and collaborate with cybersecurity and application teams. A strong background in Windows, macOS, and enterprise apps is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT support or related technical role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).
• Experience with AD/Azure AD and security groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support for end-user devices across offices, manufacturing facilities, and remote locations.
• Diagnose and resolve escalated incidents in Windows, macOS, and 365 apps.
• Manage user accounts and permissions in Active Directory and Azure AD.
• Support endpoint management with Intune and MDM technologies.
• Troubleshoot network, printer, and remote access issues.
• Deploy and maintain hardware and software per standards.
• Collaborate with IT teams to improve reliability and security.
• Contribute to IT projects, rollouts, and upgrades.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and workflows.
• Analyze trends to drive long-term improvements.
• Provide on-site support for corporate sites and remote locations.

Skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/related field

Tools

Active Directory

Azure AD

Microsoft 365

Intune

MDM

VMware/Hyper-V

PowerShell

SCCM

Job description

Senior IT Specialist

#26-392

Atlanta, Georgia

Requisition Number

26-392

Job Description

Superior Essex is seeking an experienced and customer-focused Senior IT Support Specialist to join our Information Technology team. This role serves as a key technical resource responsible for providing advanced technical support to users across corporate offices, manufacturing facilities, and remote locations. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills, experience supporting enterprise technologies, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams and third-party vendors.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a wide range of technologies, contribute to infrastructure initiatives, and play an important role in supporting business-critical systems across the organization. This role is located in our Corporate Atlanta Headquarters and is an in-office position.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for end user computers (including both Windows PC and MAC systems, mobile devices, applications, and network-related issues.
• Diagnose and resolve escalated incidents involving Windows operating systems, Apple Macintosh computers, Microsoft 365 applications, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, and enterprise business applications.
• Administer and support user accounts, permissions, and security groups within Active Directory, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365 environments.
• Support endpoint management platforms including Microsoft Intune, Mobile Device Management (MDM), and security solutions.
• Troubleshoot wired and wireless network connectivity issues, printer services, and remote access technologies.
• Configure, deploy, maintain and upgrade computer hardware, peripherals, and software in accordance with company standards.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and application teams to resolve complex technical issues and improve system reliability.
• Participate in IT projects, technology rollouts, system upgrades, hardware refreshes, and process improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, knowledge base articles, and support workflows.
• Analyze recurring support trends and recommend long-term solutions to improve user experience and operational efficiency.
• Provide support for conference room technology, audiovisual equipment, and collaboration platforms.
• Deliver on-site support for corporate offices, manufacturing facilities, and remote locations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security policies, change management procedures, and IT best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT support, desktop support, systems administration, or a related technical role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems, Apple MacIntosh systems, and Microsoft 365 administration.
• Experience supporting Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, wireless networking, and endpoint security technologies.
• Experience with endpoint management platforms such as Microsoft Intune, SCCM, or equivalent tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with ticketing systems and IT service management processes.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing environments and plant-floor technology.
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices, identity management, and endpoint protection solutions.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft Certified, a plus.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Career advancement opportunities and professional development support.
• Exposure to enterprise-level technology and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to a global organization focused on innovation and sustainability.

Superior Essex is the parent brand of Essex Solutions, Superior Essex Communications, IVA, Lacroix + Kress, Hi-Wire, and Essex Brownell. It has over 3,000 employees in 11 countries, on three continents. Superior Essex is the leading, global provider of magnet wire and is on the forefront of communications fiber application as well as Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology. It is instrumental in creating disruptive technological advancements in the electrification of the automotive, energy, and industrial sectors. Superior Essex is committed to pioneering smart building technology while also setting the pace on sustainability. Superior Essex is Everywhere You Live and Work. Additional information is available at superioressex.com.

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