About the Role
Provide advanced technical support and serve as an escalation point for Level 1 support personnel. Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, network, cloud, identity, and security-related issues while helping maintain the stability, security, and efficiency of the organization’s technology infrastructure across multiple locations.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced technical support to staff members via phone, email, remote support, and in-person assistance.
- Serve as the escalation point for Level 1 technicians and assist with resolving complex technical issues.
- Diagnose and resolve advanced hardware, software, operating system, application, network, and cloud-related issues.
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and peripheral equipment.
- Perform root-cause analysis for recurring technical issues and implement long-term solutions.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, knowledge-base articles, and standard operating procedures.
- Administer Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
- Manage Microsoft Entra ID, formerly Azure Active Directory, including user accounts, security groups, dynamic groups, licensing, and authentication.
- Troubleshoot Microsoft 365 synchronization, authentication, access, and licensing issues.
- Support the deployment, enforcement, and troubleshooting of multifactor authentication.
- Administer Microsoft Intune for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.
- Deploy and maintain compliance policies, configuration profiles, application deployments, and device restrictions.
- Monitor device compliance and remediate noncompliant systems.
- Assist with Windows Autopilot deployments and endpoint lifecycle management.
- Assist with maintaining and improving Microsoft Secure Score and Microsoft Compliance Score.
- Support endpoint security solutions, including Microsoft Defender and Arctic Wolf.
- Investigate security alerts and collaborate with internal and external security teams to remediate threats.
- Assist with vulnerability remediation, endpoint hardening, and cybersecurity best practices.
- Monitor risky users, quarantined emails, and identity-protection alerts.
- Participate in security audits and compliance initiatives.
- Support Meraki networking infrastructure, including switches, wireless access points, firewalls, and security appliances.
- Assist with network deployments, equipment installations, structured cabling, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Monitor network performance and coordinate with vendors when necessary.
- Administer Group Policy, file shares, and print services.
- Manage user provisioning, permissions, shared resources, and access controls.
- Assist with disaster-recovery and business-continuity planning.
- Participate in IT infrastructure upgrades, technology refreshes, and new-site deployments.
- Coordinate with vendors regarding equipment installation, maintenance, internet services, and warranty support.
- Maintain accurate IT asset inventory and lifecycle-management records.
- Assist with planning, testing, and implementing new technologies and enterprise applications.
- Participate in IT projects and organizational technology initiatives.
- Provide after-hours support for critical incidents or scheduled maintenance when required.
- Stay current with emerging technologies, cybersecurity threats, and Microsoft best practices.
- Work full time, Monday through Friday.
Requirements
- Three to five years of experience supporting enterprise IT environments.
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft Intune.
- Experience with Meraki networking or a comparable enterprise networking platform.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Secure Score, Microsoft Compliance Manager, and cybersecurity best practices.
- Experience with endpoint security platforms such as Microsoft Defender, Arctic Wolf, SentinelOne, or comparable solutions.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and wireless technologies.
- Experience working with ticketing systems and IT Service Management processes.
- Working knowledge of PowerShell scripting preferred.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
- Ability to travel to other Gersh Academy locations in New York as needed.
- Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
- Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes.
- Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training).
- Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly.
- Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment.
- Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships.
- Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations.
Skills
- Level 2 troubleshooting
- Enterprise systems administration
- Cybersecurity
- Infrastructure support
- Site buildouts
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Microsoft Intune
- Meraki networking
- Endpoint security
- TCP/IP networking
- DNS
- DHCP
- VPNs
- Wireless technologies
- Ticketing systems
- IT Service Management
- PowerShell scripting
Location
- Brooklyn
- Queens
- Long Island
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 3-5 years
Education Level
- Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
About the Company
- Gersh Academy is an organization focused on providing educational services.
