Technical Support Analyst / Systems Administrator

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Austin, TX
1-3 Years Experience
Cloud • Information Technology • Database
The Role
The Technical Support Analyst will provide technical support to customers via remote and on-site assistance. Responsibilities include administration of Microsoft Azure and Office 365, troubleshooting various technical issues, and managing server backup applications. The role demands effective communication and teamwork, with flexibility for after-hours support and participation in a support rotation.
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Description
Job Summary

Technical Support Analysts at GCS are expected to have and maintain a high level of technical competence over a very large range of products. They will be expected to learn new products and technologies quickly and constantly. In addition, they are expected to have top notch communication skills. This is not your typical corporate help desk. We support hundreds of organizations and thousands of end users in a extremely variable environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Microsoft Azure and Office 365 Administration
  • Provide remote technical support to customers calling for various technical issues.
  • Provide on-site technical support to customers as needed.
  • Must have flexible after-hours availability for implementation and deployment tasks.
  • Track time and provide troubleshooting notes as you work.
Requirements
Desired Technical Knowledge

Technicians are expected to have intermediate knowledge of the following technologies, along with the ability to quickly advance that knowledge.

  • Windows Server and Desktop OS (all versions)
  • Familiarity with public cloud technologies (Microsoft Azure and 365 is a must)
  • Familiarity with MacOS and Linux operating systems.
  • Common Desktop Applications (Office, etc.)
  • Common Networking/Internet Services (DHCP, DNS, Domain Registration, etc.)
  • Experience managing server Backup applications (Datto, Veeam, Appassure/Rapid Recovery )
  • Virtualization Technologies (VMware vSphere and Hyper-V)
  • Familiarity with VOIP solutions, such as Ring Central

Other desirable skills

  • Basic Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
  • Standard Networking (Routing, Switching, Firewalls. Specifically Meraki, Sonicwall, Cisco, and Dell)
  • Familiarity administering Remote Desktop Services


Additional Requirements

  • Participate in after hours support rotation.
  • Must pass background screening.
  • Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
  • Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
  • Responsible for entering billable time and notes into ticketing system in real time.

Certifications: Preference is given to well certified individuals.

Experience: 2+ years experience in a help desk or network support position.

Education: Degrees are valued but not required. We prefer experience and certifications.

Benefits
  • 75% to 100% work-from-home options if based in Austin, TX
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance available
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance

GCS is an equal opportunity employer. GCS is a certified small business.

Top Skills

Bash
Powershell
Python
The Company
HQ: Austin, TX
64 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

GCS Technologies is an IT managed service provider in Austin, Texas specializing in cloud, data center, and help desk support.

Over the last 20 years, GCS has helped thousands of organizations manage IT costs and accomplish their business objectives.

GCS’s model of On-Demand IT is the most flexible and economically responsible approach to addressing the IT needs of every business.

From implementing a work-from-home environment to migrating data center operations to the cloud, GCS advises customers on the most efficient way to meet the needs of staff and systems, while minimizing risks of security incidents.

GCS's On-Demand IT gives every customer the power to scale up or down based on business needs by eliminating long-term contract requirements and has maintained a 94% customer satisfaction rate since its inception.

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