Systems Support Specialist Job Description

Systems Support Specialist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Systems Support Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone, ticket system, in person and e-mail in a courteous manner;
  • Strategy & Planning;
  • Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting;
  • Develop help sheets and frequently asked questions lists for end users;
  • Building and deployment of new desktops, workstations, and notebooks as directed by use of deployment tools;
  • Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources on the Internet to aid in problem resolution;
  • Document all pertinent end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or issue;
  • Performing preventative maintenance, including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals;
  • Perform post-resolution follow-ups to help requests;
  • Participate in on-call support on a rotation basis;
  • Manage operations;
  • Build rapport and elicit problem details from help desk customers;
  • Adhere to the Code of Conduct and be familiar with all compliance policies and procedures stored in LogixGarden relevant to this position;
  • Ensure user satisfaction by providing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution services;
  • Gain in-depth knowledge about SWIFT’s internal applications and their interactions in order to identify and analyze problems.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge in following areas is an advantage : – Oracle – Perl scripting – TCPIP, DNS, and VPN – Information Broker systems;
  • Autonomous, driven, with strong ability to quickly adapt and respond to change;
  • Load balancing and scalability;
  • Outstanding knowledge of software maintenance;
  • Some experience in a similar position in a comparable technical environment is an asset;
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills;
  • Open-minded, solutions oriented, and a true team player – gaining energy through collaboration with others;
  • Customer oriented and quality mindset – we continually strive to deliver true customer value;
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written);
  • Exceptional vendor relationships;
  • Software implementation;
  • Process Improvement;
  • University degree IT / Engineering or equivalent.