Role: Helpdesk Specialist MasterClient: DC Government (Onsite)Location : Washington, DCJob DEscription:Technical Support & Troubleshooting
- Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and peripherals.
- Troubleshoot issues related to Windows OS, Microsoft 365, VPN, network connectivity, and standard enterprise applications.
- Assist with password resets, account unlocks, and identity management through Active Directory and other authentication tools.
- Diagnose and resolve hardware failures, software errors, and configuration issues.
Customer Service & Communication
- Serve as the first point of contact for IT support requests via phone, email, ticketing system, or walk‑ins.
- Deliver clear, courteous, and professional communication to end users.
- Document all support interactions, resolutions, and follow‑up actions in the ticketing system.
- Provide guidance and training to users on basic technology functions and best practices.
System & Device Management
- Install, configure, and update software and operating systems on end‑user devices.
- Support device imaging, deployment, and lifecycle management.
- Maintain inventory of IT equipment, ensuring accurate tracking and documentation.
Escalation & Collaboration
- Escalate complex or unresolved issues to specialized teams (network, security, server, or application support).
- Collaborate with other IT staff to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements.
- Participate in incident response efforts when needed, including outages or critical system disruptions.
Security & Compliance
- Ensure all devices and systems comply with District security policies.
- Support patching, antivirus updates, and security configurations on end‑user devices.
- Report potential security incidents or vulnerabilities to the appropriate teams.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Windows 11, Microsoft 365, and common enterprise applications such as
- Familiarity with Active Directory, Service Now ticketing systems, and remote support tools.
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification.
- Experience supporting government or large enterprise environments.
- Knowledge of ITIL practices and service management principles.
Key Competencies
- Strong customer‑service orientation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Patience, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTIONResponsibilities:1. Responds to and diagnoses problems through discussion with users.2. Ensures a timely process through which problems are controlled, including problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up steps.3. Supervises operation of help desk and serves as focal point for customer concerns.4. Provides support to end users on a variety of issues.5. Identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems.6. Responds to telephone calls, emails, and personnel requests for technical support.7. Documents, tracks, and monitors the problem to ensure a timely resolution.8. Provides second-tier support to end users for either PC, server, or mainframe applications or hardware.9. Interacts with network services, software systems engineering, and/or applications development to restore service and/or identify and correct core problem.10. Simulates or recreates user problems to resolve operating difficulties.11. Recommends systems modifications to reduce user problems.Minimum Education/Certification Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience