Support Engineer Specialist

TekSynap$90K — $150K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of enterprise desktop support and systems administration experience.
  • Proficient in supporting Windows and macOS operating systems in enterprise settings.
  • Skilled in deploying and maintaining endpoint devices and applications.
  • Experienced with enterprise endpoint management platforms (e.g., Microsoft Intune, JAMF Pro).
  • Knowledgeable in supporting Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory.
  • Familiar with Multi-Factor Authentication and identity management practices.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced technical support for Windows, macOS, and mobile devices.
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot endpoint hardware and software.
  • Deploy endpoint devices using device management solutions.
  • Ensure software and security updates are implemented effectively.
  • Administer endpoint management platforms to enforce policies.
  • Troubleshoot identity and endpoint performance issues.
  • Collaborate with security and technical teams to enhance performance.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on-site in a federal environment.
  • Engagement with diverse cybersecurity and cloud teams.
  • Participation in incident response and operational improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seekingSupport Engineer Specialistfor a local Federal Agency.

TekSynap is seeking a highly skilledSupport Engineer Specialistto provide advanced desktop and endpoint support within a secure enterprise IT environment. This role is responsible for supporting Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms while ensuring endpoint security, identity management, system reliability, and exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting enterprise endpoint technologies, modern device management platforms, cloud-integrated identity services, and complex desktop environments. This position partners closely with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud teams to maintain a secure and reliable end-user computing environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

  • Minimum5 yearsof enterprise desktop support, endpoint administration, or systems support experience.
  • Experience supporting Windows and macOS operating systems in a large enterprise environment.
  • Experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining enterprise endpoint devices.
  • Experience administering one or more enterprise endpoint management platforms, such as:
    • Microsoft Intune
    • JAMF Pro
    • Ivanti Endpoint Manager
    • Ivanti KACE
    • Comparable endpoint management solutions
  • Experience supporting Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Active Directory.
  • Experience supporting Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), user provisioning, and identity management.
  • Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, authentication, networking, and endpoint performance issues.
  • Experience supporting cloud-connected enterprise environments.
  • Understanding of endpoint security, configuration management, and patch management.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and customer service skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Clearance / Security Requirements

  • Must be aU.S. Citizen
  • Must successfully complete anFBI criminal background investigation.
  • Must completefingerprinting through the U.S. Capitol Policeprior to beginning work.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting secure enterprise or government environments.
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
  • Experience supporting AWS cloud environments.
  • Experience with endpoint automation or scripting (PowerShell preferred).
  • Experience supporting enterprise vulnerability remediation initiatives.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, endpoint security platforms, or enterprise monitoring tools.
  • Experience participating in desktop engineering or infrastructure modernization projects.
  • Experience supporting audio/visual or conference room technologies.
  • ITIL-based Service Desk experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced technical support for Windows, macOS, and mobile devices in an enterprise environment.
  • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, peripherals, operating systems, and enterprise applications.
  • Deploy and maintain endpoint devices using enterprise imaging and device management solutions.
  • Manage software installations, operating system updates, firmware upgrades, and security patches.
  • Administer endpoint management platforms to deploy software, enforce policies, and automate device management.
  • Support Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, authentication services, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
  • Troubleshoot identity, authentication, endpoint performance, networking, and operating system issues.
  • Analyze Windows Event Viewer, macOS Console logs, and other diagnostic tools to identify and resolve recurring issues.
  • Configure and support iOS and Android devices through enterprise mobile device management (MDM) solutions.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, networking, and service desk teams to resolve technical issues and improve endpoint performance.
  • Participate in workstation refreshes, operating system deployments, hardware replacements, and endpoint modernization initiatives.
  • Maintain asset inventory records and technical documentation.
  • Develop knowledge base articles, technical procedures, and user documentation.
  • Mentor junior technical staff and promote operational best practices.
  • Participate in incident response activities and assist with system recovery during outages or service interruptions.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational security standards and endpoint management policies.

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications are preferred:

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (or equivalent)
  • Apple Certified IT Professional
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (or higher)
  • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator 6 Associate
  • ITIL Foundation (or equivalent IT Service Management certification)
Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Location: This position is primarily performedon-site in Washington, DC, with occasional support at nearby enterprise facilities as business needs require.
  • Type of environment: Office
  • Noise level: Medium
  • Work schedule: Monday 6 Friday, 8:30 AM 6 5:00 PM, Approximately 40 hours per week, Occasional after-hours work may be required to support outages, maintenance windows, and emergency response.
  • Amount of Travel: <10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

  • Must be aU.S. Citizen
  • Must successfully complete anFBI criminal background investigation.
  • Must completefingerprinting through the U.S. Capitol Policeprior to beginning work.

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $90,000 - $150,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual 6s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

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