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IT Support Specialist

Global Guardian
Mclean, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Company Overview
Global Guardian protects and delivers employees and families from political, environmental, and bad actor threats worldwide. We are a leading provider of emergency medical and security solutions for corporations and individuals. Our 24/7 Operations Centers in McLean, VA and Charlotte, NC, identify, monitor, and respond to threats and emergencies with on-the-ground teams in over 100 countries. Our world-class professionals have extensive intelligence community experience, military special operations, and federal law enforcement. Founded over ten years ago by a Delta Force Sergeant Major and an Army Special Forces Colonel, we are a values-based organization focusing on a camaraderie, service, and excellence culture. We have managed crises in the worst environments in the world, and we know how to act fast to provide unmatched service for our clients. Global Guardian is an investor-backed, high-growth company that offers employees growth opportunities within the organization.

Position Summary and Objective

The IT Support Specialist role is integral to our Information Technology (IT) service delivery model. This position will help oversee technical support and operations across multiple site locations and work closely with our MSP when additional help or expertise is required. This role requires working in-person at the corporate headquarters in McLean, VA.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving for technology systems that need to run 24x7x365.
  • Providing IT hardware and software support for end-users.
  • Working with our MSP to resolve technical issues.
  • Occasional out-of-hours support for critical issues.
  • Documenting IT issues and resolutions.
  • Conducting diagnostic tests and identifying problems.
  • Researching and recommending technical and process solutions.
  • Installing, modifying, and repairing computer hardware and software systems.
  • Maintaining system functionality by testing computer components.
  • Ensuring IT policies and standards are being followed along with cybersecurity practices.
  • Reviewing systems and processes towards a goal of iterative improvement.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies and Attributes
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Demonstrated experience developing relationships.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and perform work without direct supervision.
  • Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Demonstrated experience managing workload effectively and seeing projects through to completion.
  • Exhibits resourcefulness commensurate with a level of urgency to meet customer needs.

Qualifications and Education
  • 1 years of information technology support experience performing service support.
  • Microsoft and/or Networking Certifications are a bonus.
  • Experience managing and maintaining Microsoft platforms.
  • Understanding of networking and routing.
  • Experience with solving and explaining technical issues across a broad workforce.
  • Understanding of computer hardware and software systems.
  • Exhibits drive and can quickly develop, advancing along a planned learning arc.

Position Type and Schedule
  • Regular Full-Time (RFT).
  • Salaried, exempt professional.
  • In office presence is required in McLean, VA.
  • Occasional travel within the USA.
  • Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 annually.

Global Guardian Values
  • We are hyper-responsive
  • We find a way to "yes"
  • We do what we say
  • We work as a team

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform all essential functions effectively. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: 
  • Frequent sitting and standing for periods. 
  • On occasion, perform stressful and physical activity when needed.
  • Ability to lift 20 – 30 pounds when required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Global Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, disabled status, or genetic information. If you need reasonable accommodation regarding the application process, do not hesitate to contact HRrecruiting@globalguardian.com.
 

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