Tier 1/2 Service Desk Analyst (Managed Service)

Job#: 3037796

Job Description:
Tier 1/2 Service Desk Analyst

ON SITE 5 days a week in North Chesterfield.

Pay is $22/HR

High-Level Summary

The Tier 1/2 Service Desk Analyst provides both front-line and advanced technical support for client's users and systems. This role is responsible for incident intake, troubleshooting, escalation support, and service restoration across a range of desktop, application, and access-related issues.

The analyst will operate as a key contributor within the Service Desk, supporting daily operations, improving ticket quality, and ensuring compliance with defined SLAs and operational procedures, while delivering a high level of customer service.
Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for end-user technical support requests
• Log, categorize, prioritize, and document incidents and service requests within the ITSM platform
• Perform first-call troubleshooting and resolution for standard technical issues
• Support password resets, account unlocks, VPN connectivity, remote access, and application access issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve more complex desktop, system, and connectivity issues escalated from Tier 1
• Escalate unresolved or high-impact issues to appropriate resolver groups as needed
• Coordinate with infrastructure, network, application, and security teams to resolve incidents
• Support Major Incident response activities, including bridge calls and user communications
• Maintain accurate and detailed ticket documentation and resolution notes
• Monitor ticket queues and assist with backlog reduction efforts
• Analyze ticket trends and identify recurring issues for process improvement
• Create and maintain knowledge articles and troubleshooting documentation
• Follow established SOPs, knowledge base articles, and operational workflows
• Support SLA adherence through timely updates, prioritization, and resolution
• Provide professional, customer-focused support in a high-volume environment
• Participate in shift turnover and team communication processes
• Assist in onboarding and mentoring junior analysts as needed

Technical Skills

• Windows Operating Systems
• Microsoft 365 (administration and end-user support)
• Active Directory (account management, permissions, group membership)
• Group Policy (basic understanding)
• VPN connectivity and troubleshooting
• Remote support tools
• ITSM ticketing platforms (ServiceNow, Jira, HelpDesk+, Remedy, etc.)
• ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms
• Incident and Request Management workflows
• Endpoint troubleshooting

Preferred Experience

• Experience in an enterprise Service Desk or IT support environment
• Familiarity with ITIL-based service management processes
• Experience supporting government or public-sector environments
• Experience handling escalations and supporting cross-functional technical teams

Experience with delivering a positive customer experience through effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA A+
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals (MS-900)

Certifications Considered a Plus

• CompTIA Network+
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Everforth 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.

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