Desktop Support Specialist

Come Join Our Passionate Team!  At Barracuda, we make the world a safer place. We believe every business deserves access to cloud-enabled, enterprise-grade security solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use. We protect email, networks, data and applications with innovative solutions that grow and adapt with our customers’ journey. More than 200,000 organizations worldwide trust Barracuda to protect them — in ways they may not even know they are at risk — so they can focus on taking their business to the next level.

We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization.  Barracuda Networks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and equitable compensation regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

Envision yourself at Barracuda

As a Desktop Support Technician, you’ll provide a single point of contact for end-users to receive support and maintenance within the organization’s desktop computing environment. This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all PC hardware and equipment, in a primarily Microsoft Windows-based environment to ensure optimal workstation performance. The person will also troubleshoot problem areas (in person, by telephone, or via e-mail) in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end-user assistance where required. This position will also require some facilities related work like moving equipment, coordinating with our global facilities team, building management and various contractors.

What you’ll be working on

• Perform on-site analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex desktop problems for end-users, and recommend and implement corrective solutions.
• Create new hire accounts for local users, including creating accounts in Active Directory, adding computers to the domain, and setting up phones for new hires.
• Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot end-user workstations and related hardware and software to deliver required desktop service levels.
• Collaborate with Network and Systems Administrators to ensure efficient operation of the desktop computing environment.
• Where required, administer, and resolve issues with associated end-user workstation, telecom, and networking products.
• Receive and respond to incoming calls, e-mails, and/or support tickets regarding desktop, networking, and telecom problems.
• Assist in preparing, maintaining, and upholding procedures for logging, reporting, and statistically monitoring desktop operations.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all desktop components and equipment.
• Accurately document instance of desktop equipment or component failure, repair, installation, and removal.
• Assist in developing long-term strategies and capacity planning for meeting future desktop hardware needs.
• Assist with some facilities related work like moving equipment, coordinating with our global facilities team, building management and various contractors.

Technologies you’ll be using:

• Windows 11
• mac OSX
• mac iOS/Android OS
• Office 365
• Azure Active Directory
• Jira Help Desk
• SnipeIT
• Zoom

What you bring to the role

• Degree in Computer Science or 4 years relevant work experience
• A or MCP Certification not required but a plus
• Excellent technical knowledge of desktop hardware and software, including Microsoft OS, mac OSX and Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of maintaining user accounts in Active Directory
• Excellent technical knowledge of PC internal components
• Hands-on hardware troubleshooting experience
• Ability to operate tools, components, and peripheral accessories.
• Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation, and OEM guides
• Ability to conduct research into PC issues and products as required.
• Ability to work unsupervised for long periods of time.
• Effective interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
• Strong customer-service orientation
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of and experience using Linux terminal commands, Remote Desktop, VNC, Antivirus software, and remote software distribution tools
• Ability to work independently in in a remote office environment

What you’ll get from us

A team where you can voice your opinion, make an impact, and where you and your experience are valued. Internal mobility – there are opportunities for cross training and the ability to attain your next career step within Barracuda.

• Equity, in the form of non-qualifying options
• High-quality health benefits
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• Career-growth opportunities
• Flexible Time Off and Paid Time Off benefits
• Volunteer opportunities

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