IT Help Desk Technician

LISCR, LLC - At the Liberian Registry, we know that the people behind the flag drive our success. We’re a global team of maritime professionals and technical experts, united by our commitment to exceptional client service, continuous innovation, and a collaborative work culture. As the world’s largest ship registry, we support clients across every ocean, and every department plays a vital role in that mission.General Description:NOTE: This position is based in the Dulles, VA Office and is not a remote position.The IT Help Desk Technician provides first-level technical support for end users, workstations, printers, mobile devices, business applications, and network connectivity. The role requires a calm, service-oriented approach; the ability to prioritize competing requests; clear documentation of troubleshooting steps and resolutions; and regular knowledge-sharing with the IT team. The technician assists with desktop support, workstation administration, basic network troubleshooting, implementation tasks, and ongoing maintenance of end-user technology.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Serve as the first point of contact for employees requesting technical assistance, including troubleshooting, documenting issues, providing timely updates, and escalating unresolved matters as needed.Provide desktop support for Windows workstations, laptops, printers, peripherals, mobile devices, Microsoft 365 applications, approved business software, and basic connectivity issues.Assist with user account administration, including password resets, group membership updates, workstation access, and basic identity support using Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365 administration tools.Record, prioritize, and update support requests in the help desk ticketing system, ensuring accurate notes, timely follow-up, and proper closure of completed tickets.Troubleshoot basic network connectivity issues, including wired and wireless access, VPN access, DNS/DHCP issues, printer connectivity, and access to shared network resources.Create, maintain, and follow help desk procedures, checklists, ticket documentation, asset records, and standard troubleshooting guides.Follow IT security procedures to help protect company systems, devices, accounts, and data from malware, phishing, unauthorized access, data loss, and other security risks.Assist with employee onboarding, role changes, and offboarding by preparing equipment, configuring accounts, assigning approved access, recovering company assets, and documenting completion of required IT steps.Support IT asset management by tracking assigned equipment, updating inventory records, coordinating equipment returns, and reporting missing, damaged, or retired assets.Provide support for remote users, meeting rooms, video conferencing equipment, and collaboration tools to help ensure reliable day-to-day business operations.Assist with implementation, maintenance, and upgrade projects related to end-user technology, workstation administration, and help desk operations.Perform other related duties and IT projects as assigned.General Qualification Guidelines:Experience, Education and Certifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.Relevant technical certifications preferred, such as:CompTIA A+CompTIA Network+CompTIA Security+Microsoft 365 FundamentalsMicrosoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator AssociateOther comparable IT certificationsWorking knowledge of:Windows operating systemsMicrosoft 365 applications and servicesEndpoint hardware and peripheralsPrinters and print managementShared network resourcesRemote support toolsInternet connectivity and business email systemsBasic understanding of networking concepts, including:TCP/IPEthernetLAN/WAN connectivityWired and wireless networksVPN accessNetwork troubleshooting methodologiesExperience with or knowledge of:DHCP and DNSActive DirectoryMicrosoft Entra ID (Azure AD)Microsoft 365 administrationFile and print servicesUser account administrationFamiliarity with:Help desk and ticketing systemsEndpoint management platformsIT asset tracking and inventory managementStandard IT support processes and best practicesKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesProficient knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and OneDrive.Ability to organize work, prioritize competing support requests, manage interruptions, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-resolution, judgment, and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify when issues should be escalated.Customer-service oriented, with the ability to remain professional, patient, and clear when assisting users with technical issues.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users and document resolutions accurately.Ability to work effectively in a team environment, share knowledge, follow established procedures, and collaborate with IT staff, vendors, and business users.Why You’ll Love Working HereWe believe great work is powered by great people, and we take care of ours. Benefits include:401(k) planMedical, Dental, Vision (free employee plans available) from the date of hire; partial paid dependent coverageLife and AD&D Insurance – 100% company paidShort-Term Disability – 100% company paidLong-Term Disability – 100% company paidAflac, additional life insurance, pet and legal insuranceGenerous paid time offWeekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Employee Engagement eventsEqual Opportunity StatementLISCR, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. LISCR, LLC is an E-Verify employer. As such, we will verify work authorization through that platform. #J-18808-Ljbffr LISCR