IT Generalist (Remote)

<p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">GovCIO is currently hiring for a IT Generalist (Remote) to provide Customer Service support for a VA web based application. This position will be a fully remote within the United States position.</span></p> <br><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Provides technical support for computers and associated networks. Installs, troubleshoots, services, and repairs personal computers, network equipment such as servers, modems, multiplexers, related PC software, telephones, cables, and connectors. Provides personal computer, hardware, and software support. Installs, services, and repairs personal computers and installs attendant software. Connects personal computers and terminals to existing data networks. Maintains network diagrams and circuit records. Maintains trouble logs. Instructs users in the use of personal computers and networks. Investigates information, network, and communications needs of users, and makes recommendations regarding software and hardware purchases. Performs basic PC, PBX, and network software programming.</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Confers with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Installs and performs minor repairs to hardware, software, and peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Answers questions or resolves computer problems for clients or staff in person, via telephone or from a remote location.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Maintains record of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial action taken, and installation activities.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Develops training materials and procedures, and/or trains users in the proper use of hardware and software.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Effectively communicates step-by-step solutions to end-users</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">May need to communicate with software and hardware specialists for solutions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Records solutions into database for other Help Desk professionals.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Redirects issues to appropriate resource if necessary</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Must be knowledgeable of current technological issues and advancements.</span></li></ul> <br><strong>Qualifications</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Required Skills and Experience</span></strong></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience) </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Respond to and resolve support requests via phone, email, and ticketing system.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Diagnose and troubleshoot software issues.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Support for basic customer issues such as solving usage problems and fulfilling service desk requests that need IT involvement.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Telephonic help desk support from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST Monday through Friday, 365 days per year, excluding Federal holidays except for Memorial Day and Veterans Day, which are key support days and may require extended support times.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Document and track all support requests in the ticketing system.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Escalate complex issues to senior technical staff as needed.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Maintain and update knowledge base articles and user documentation.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Participate in IT projects and initiatives as required.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><br><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Preferred Skills and Experience</span></strong></p><p> </p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and common applications.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Interacting with end users in a compassionate manner while addressing concerns of a personally sensitive nature (lost loved ones, burial information etc.)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Process and/or approve/disapprove requests for Sentry or Next of Kin user permission sets.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Create reports from gathered and logged metrics for content requests, Customer Service support, and/or web analytics.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Manage and track the suspended-user process and propose to NCA staff those users who are repeat offenders for possible suspension of user privileges.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Produce reports on relevant moderation statistics, issues, and outcomes to include but not limited to comment volume, comment review time, issues that require coordination or escalation, number of users, etc.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, ITIL) are a plus.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><strong>Clearance Required: </strong>Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance</span></p> <br><strong>Posted Salary Range</strong><br><br>USD $65,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 /Yr.

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