IT Specialist Mid Norfolk

IT Specialist Mid NorfolkJob#: 3047833Job Description:Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.Job Title: IT Specialist MidLocation: Norfolk Naval baseEmployment Type: Long-term contract (1 year with possible extension)Pay: $26.84/hr + $5.42/hr SCA Fringe BenefitSchedule: M-F day shiftRole OverviewThis role is for a mid-level IT Specialist providing desktop support. The position requires an individual who can work independently to conceptualize, design, construct, test, and implement portions of information technology solutions. The candidate will interact with customers to understand requirements and will be responsible for hands-on software and hardware repair.PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense Secret to Secret security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment (sponsorship unavailable at this time). If you are interested, please apply or email an updated copy of your resume and sec+ to Emma at [email protected]Key Responsibilities• Hands-on software and hardware repair• Must feel comfortable troubleshooting laptops, desktop devices, peripheral equipment, and basic Outlook issues• Windows Server and Windows 7/8/10 experience highly desired• Collect, identify, define, and organize detailed user and information technology requirements• Candidate will help with project planning• Work independently with minimal direction and be able to help conceptualize, design, construct, test and implement portions of their information technology solutions• Assist information engineers in coding, testing, implementation, and documentation projects• Conceptualize, design, construct, test, and implement portions of business and technical Information Technology (IT) solutions through application of appropriate software development life cycle methodology.• Interact with the customer to gain an understanding of the business environment, technical context, and organizational strategic direction.• Define scope, plans, and deliverables for assigned projects. Collect, identify, define, and organize detailed user and IT requirements.• Coordinate and collaborate with others in analyzing collected requirements to ensure plans and identified solutions meet customer needs and expectations.• Confirm and prioritize project plans and deliverables with the customer.• Participate in business and technical IT solution implementations, upgrades, enhancement, and conversions.• Apply metrics to monitor performance and measure key project criteria.• Prepare system documentation.• Establish and maintain security, integrity, and business continuity controls and documents• Analyze, identify and resolve business and or technical problems using appropriate tools.• Participate in special studies and stay current on emerging tools, techniques, and technologies.• Experience in Information Systems (IS). Specialized experience in a single discipline such as assembly/integration, cross-discipline functions, data engineering, industry expertise, knowledge engineering or legacy evolutionEducation/Certifications• CompTIA Security+Experience• 4+ Years of IT support experienceEverforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. 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Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. 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