Service Desk Analyst

Insight Global; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a capable IT Service Desk Analyst in Columbus, OH to act as the primary contact for IT support across multiple channels. You will log, categorize, and prioritize tickets, diagnose incidents, and resolve requests within defined SLAs, escalating to Tier 2 when needed.

You will troubleshoot across Windows, macOS, and iOS, support Microsoft 365 apps, and assist with password resets and access requests. Remote support and collaboration with senior analysts are required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in IT service desk, deskside support, or technical support environment.
• Experience independently troubleshooting and resolving incidents within SLA-driven environments.
• Hands-on experience supporting Windows, macOS, and iOS operating systems.
• Experience working within ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, etc.).
• Strong understanding of ticket triage, prioritization (impact/urgency), and escalation processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for IT support across phone, email, ticketing system, walk-up, and deskside channels.
• Log, categorize, prioritize, and document tickets with clear and actionable information.
• Diagnose and resolve incidents and service requests in alignment with defined SLAs.
• Escalate issues to Tier 2 or specialized teams when necessary, ensuring proper documentation and handoff.
• Provide remote support using enterprise-approved tools.
• Collaborate with teammates and senior analysts on complex or high-impact issues.
• Identify recurring issues and contribute to knowledge base articles and SOPs.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Judgment in non-standard situations

Workload management

SLA awareness

Education

CompTIA A+/Network+ certifications

Microsoft or Cisco certifications

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira Service Management

Windows

macOS

iOS

Job description

Job Description

Service Delivery & Incident Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for IT support across phone, email, ticketing system, walk-up, and deskside channels
• Log, categorize, prioritize, and document tickets with clear and actionable information
• Diagnose and resolve incidents and service requests in alignment with defined SLAs
• Determine impact, urgency, and priority for incoming requests
• Escalate issues to Tier 2 or specialized teams when necessary, ensuring proper documentation and handoff

Technical Support

• Troubleshoot issues across laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and telephony tools
• Provide support for Microsoft 365 applications (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, Office suite)
• Assist with password resets, MFA issues, account unlocks, and access-related requests
• Support hardware setup and troubleshooting (docking stations, monitors, peripherals)
• Provide remote support using enterprise-approved tools
• Troubleshoot internal/custom applications and elevate appropriately

Operational Judgment & Collaboration

• Use independent judgment to determine resolution vs escalation path
• Act as an escalation support resource for peers when needed
• Collaborate with teammates and senior analysts on complex or high-impact issues

Continuous Improvement & Documentation

• Identify recurring issues and trends through ticket analysis
• Contribute to knowledge base articles, SOPs, and user documentation
• Provide feedback on process improvements and tooling gaps to leadership

Service Desk Excellence

• Manage personal ticket queue and workload to meet SLA targets
• Participate in rotating 24x7 coverage, including off-hours as needed
• Maintain professionalism and high-quality customer communication in all interactions

Pay: 27-30/hr

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in IT service desk, deskside support, or technical support environment
• Experience independently troubleshooting and resolving incidents within SLA-driven environments
• Hands-on experience supporting:
• Windows, macOS, and iOS operating systems
• Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, Office Suite)
• Experience working within ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, etc.)
• Strong understanding of ticket triage, prioritization (impact/urgency), and escalation processes
• Ability to support both web-based and on-premise applications
• Familiarity with ITIL concepts and service management best practices
• Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow established procedures while applying judgment in non-standard situations
• Proven ability to manage workload and meet SLA commitments
• CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar certifications
• Microsoft or Cisco certifications
• Foundational knowledge of:
• Networking (DNS, protocols, routing)
• Identity and access management tools
• ITIL/ITSM frameworks
• Experience supporting custom/internal applications
• Experience in a 24x7, high-volume, or global enterprise service desk environment
• Experience supporting a highly distributed or remote workforce