IT Support Specialist

IT Support SpecialistEnvolve Client Services Group owns and professionally manages apartment communities located throughout the southeastern United States. We are a company whose success is measured by our residents' satisfaction in making their apartment homes and community a great place to be.Envolve offers a wide variety of opportunities from residential apartment management, leasing, maintenance and more. We, the Envolve team are recruiting friendly self-motivated individuals with positive attitudes and a drive to succeed, to join our growing company. We are currently searching for an IT Support Specialist for our corporate office.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Hardware: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware issues for desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripheral devices. Perform hardware installations, upgrades, and repairs. Assist with hardware deployments.Network: Monitor network performance and identify potential issues. Troubleshoot network connectivity problems and security breaches. Configure and manage network devices (routers, switches, firewalls). Knowledge of virtualization technologies like VMware and Hyper-V for efficient resource management.Windows & Microsoft 365: Provide technical support for Windows desktops and laptops. Manage user accounts, permissions, and group policies in Active Directory. Deploy and configure Microsoft 365 applications (e.g., Office, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint). Maintain security and compliance with Microsoft Defender and security best practices. Troubleshoot and resolve Microsoft-related issues for users.Cloud & Remote Management: Configure, deploy, and maintain Atera RMM agents for proactive device monitoring, management, and support. Assist with Azure cloud services as needed. Automate routine tasks, patch management, and deploy software updates remotely.Security: Identify and respond to phishing attempts and other security threats. Implement security best practices and educate users on security awareness. Stay up to date on the latest security best practices. Experience with Microsoft Defender or Webroot security solutions is a plus.Disaster Recovery: Design, test, and document DR procedures for network infrastructure and critical applications. Configure, manage, and optimize Veeam for backups, replication, and recovery of virtual and physical workloads. Develop and implement scripts to automate backup, replication, failover, and failback processes with Veeam.Scripting: Basic scripting skills in languages like PowerShell, SQL, Visual Basic to automate tasks and configuration management.Qualifications:Minimum of 5+ years of experience in IT support or a related field. A Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred, but equivalent experience in an IT support role may be considered.Strong understanding of computer hardware, networks, and Windows operating systems.Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Possess one or more of the following certifications is a plus:Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals AdministratorMicrosoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator AssociateMicrosoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance Administrator AssociateCompTIA Network+CompTIA Security+Veeam Certified Engineer (VCE)Rate: 65K - 75KBenefits:Competitive salaries and bonusesMedicalDentalVision401(k) plan with employer matchShort term disabilityLong term disabilityLife/AD&DPaid Time Off11 paid holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramCareer advancement opportunitiesTraining and DevelopmentBackground Screening and Drug Test Required EOE Minorities/Females/Disabled/VeteransEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.