JOB DESCRIPTION AND / OR DUTIESUser Support: Resolves end user support requests related to the user computing environment in accordance with established best practices and procedures. Diagnoses and solves operating system, network and application problems with user computing environments. Assists with maintenance of user computing training materials and systems documentation for educating end users and new IT staff. Documents resolution of requests in the ticketing system software. Provides AV support as neededUser Equipment Management: Assists with the deployment of desktops, laptops, thin clients, printers, scanners and other end user equipment, including configuration of hardware and operating systems as well as installation of standard and custom applications in accordance with established best practices and procedures. Ensures proper licensing is in place for all software installed. Assists with the maintenance of images for desktop and laptop systems. Assists with monitoring and testing of system performance. Maintains current knowledge of user computing technology.Computer Security: Assists in maintaining the security of the user computing environment based on established procedures and IT Security guidiance. Reviews and deploys new Windows service packs, hot fixes, system updates, and other vendor-supplied patches according to best practices. Implements and executes corporate-wide anti-malware plan, updating security software through automated and manual means on a regular basis or as needed.Projects: Participates as a team member with management, other team members, and end-users on projects; executes project tasks according to plan and schedule.Performs other duties as assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience required; Security or other approved DoD 8570 IAT II security certification required or ability to achieve within 6 months of hireExperience: 3 years of user support or equivalent experience requiredSkills:Strong interpersonal skills are required for interfacing with department members, internal customers, and vendor representatives; good information organization skills;Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate documentation and provide trainingDemonstrated initiative and ability to work well with others; excellent customer service skills;Willingness to work and stay current with new technologies and work additional hours when required; and good oral and written communications skillsTechnical skills including basic understanding of standard desktop operating systems (Windows, Mac, etc.), and standard desktop applications (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)Basic understanding & application of desktop imaging software along with basic level Active Directory knowledge.Other:Able to lift 30 lbs. (e.g. computer and AV equipment)Able to walk (to end user stations) and bend (to install and connect equipment).Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.Ability to obtain and maintain Security or other approved DoD 8570 IAT II security certification within 6 months of hiring.