Technology Support Specialist

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity awards

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Office culture

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Technology Support Specialist to join the IT Service Desk. You will support internal users across Mac, Windows and Linux, configure new hires, and work to improve service delivery in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires onsite presence in Sunnyvale, CA, five days a week, with collaboration across IT teams and opportunities to work on policy and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Intermediate knowledge of OS concepts and Active Directory account creation and maintenance.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English; able to explain technical concepts to non‑technical users.
• Experience with IT service desk operations and incident management.
• Familiarity with device management tools (SCCM/Jamf/AirWatch) and onboarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a frontline Service Desk member handling inbound requests and resolving incidents for internal users.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Mac, Windows, and Linux endpoints and related configurations.
• Configure and manage user workstations and onboarding for new hires.
• Collaborate with IT teams on projects and improve IT service delivery policies.
• Assist with IT assets, inventory, and A/V support in offices as needed.

Skills

OS concepts

Active Directory

English fluency

Communication

Tools

SCCM

Jamf

AirWatch

PowerShell

Bash

Python

VMWare

Job description

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.About the Role:The CrowdStrike Information Technology Service Desk (ITSD) Team is looking for an Technology Support Specialist to join our team. The ITSD Team is a key component of the CrowdStrike global team and is critical to the smooth and effective daily operations of all CrowdStrike team members. This position will facilitate, implement, troubleshoot, and problem solve in support of our internal CrowdStrike users. Additionally, they will work to enhance the ITSD Team’s service delivery, systems, and operational process and procedures.This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced and challenging environment. Candidates should be interested in expanding their breadth of knowledge, constantly learning new technologies and processes, solving difficult problems, coming up with creative and unorthodox solutions and thinking well on their feet, all in support of providing world-class customer service.This position requires onsite presence in our Sunnyvale office 5 days per week.What You'll Do:Serve as a front-line Service Desk team member by managing inbound support requests and facilitating resolution for our internal customersMaintain an operational knowledge of the latest Mac, Windows and Linux OS server and desktop features, best practices and system/application configurationsManage CrowdStrike endpoints via SCCM, Jamf and AirWatch. This includes monitoring, securing, updating, patching, troubleshooting, automating and optimizing laptop, desktop and mobile systemsContribute to streamlining, optimizing and simplifying employee application experiences, improving application usability and interoperability, testing new application releases and researching new solutions to customer demands or recurring problem setsConfigure new-hire systems and perform IT on-boarding for new employeesAct as a local resource for hands-on and eyes-on assistance in the server/networking roomPotential occasional travel to remote offices for similar projectsCollaborate with IT Service Desk Team members and other teams’ subject matter experts when working on projects or new initiativesImplement, improve and document new and existing policies, procedures and processes for various IT systemsMaintain inventory and assist with asset procurement, delivery and shippingProvide support for A/V equipment in office conference roomsAssist in supporting employees in the office as necessaryAssist with tasks as assigned by the manager which may involve providing support to other areas of the business, as requiredWhat You'll Need:Effective communication, patience, tenacity and follow-through in tracking, troubleshooting and bringing to resolution internal customer support callsAbility to explain complex technical concepts/procedures/policies to non-technical internal customers; collaborate and coordinate with members of other teams to track, isolate and resolve technical issuesStrong task and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, triage, resolve and escalate in an efficient and effective mannerIntermediate knowledge of OS concepts and Active Directory account creation and maintenance with some OU and Security Group managementTangible understanding of security best practices, worst practices, concepts and real-world applicationsProven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.Must have effective written and verbal communication skills; speak fluent EnglishMust be capable of lifting 50lbsBonus Points:Experience with scripting or reverse engineering scripts in PowerShell, Bash, Python with exposure to scripting for task automation (JAMF/SCCM)Experience with systems management and automation including a basic understanding of Group Policy, WSUS and automation servicesExperience with basic troubleshooting and network concepts with a fundamental understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, IP addressing, connectivity troubleshooting, cabling, etc..Fundamental understanding of the Linux, Windows and Mac command line, services, data manipulation, installation and system operationExperience with VMWare or Hyper-V virtualization, including deployment, management and troubleshootingMid to advanced understanding of security concepts and best practicesExperience with mail flow and basic troubleshooting on mail systems such as Exchange and Google Apps#LI-AI1Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:Market leader in compensation and equity awardsComprehensive physical and mental wellness programsCompetitive vacation and holidays for rechargePaid parental and adoption leavesProfessional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or roleEmployee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connectionsVibrant office culture with world class amenitiesGreat Place to Work Certified across the globeCrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions-including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs-on valid job requirements.If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] for further assistance.Find out more about your rights as an applicant.CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program.Notice of E-Verify ParticipationRight to WorkCrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $85,000 - $120,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.For detailed information about the U.S. benefits package, please click here.