Tier 1 Help Desk Technician (Mid Shift)

Castalia Systems

• $80K — $85K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification is mandatory.
  • 2+ years of help desk or service desk experience with troubleshooting skills.
  • Basic system administration and Active Directory skills needed.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
  • Strong understanding of IT concepts, hardware, software, and networking.
  • Excellent communication skills for non-technical staff interaction.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the first point of contact for all ADP hardware, software, and networking issues.
  • Facilitate secure and non-secure communications and supervise system installations.
  • Manage a service desk tool based on ITIL frameworks for incident and problem management.
  • Support Local Registration Authority duties per DoD standards.
  • Provide Monthly Status Reports to the Technical Assistant detailing accomplishments and issues.
  • Ensure seamless operation and security of communications within headquarters.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401k matching.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • Professional training opportunities.
  • Pet insurance for employees' furry friends.
Full Job Description
Job Type: Full- Time

Workplace Type: Onsite

Clearance: TS with the ability to obtain SCI

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Job Summary

Castalia Systems is seeking a Help Desk Technician for a mid-shift position in Honolulu, HI, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. The scheduled hours are 10:00a.m to 6:00pm.

The Help Desk Technician serves as part of a key Command, Control, Communications, and Cyber (C4) technical focal point, providing Tier 1 troubleshooting support to members of the HQ executive community, including Flag and General Officers, in offices, quarters, and during travel. The technician also supports distinguished visitors and command-level special events and manages communications for key personnel throughout the area of responsibility.

Roles and Responsibilities

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:
  • Serves as the initial point of contact at the customer service desk, handling all ADP hardware, software, and networking issues for the Command.
  • Facilitates secure and non-secure communications, supervises the installation of information systems, and acts as a liaison with external organizations such as the Navy Marine Corp Intranet and the Defense Information Systems Agency Network Operations Center.
  • Manages a service desk tool based on Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) frameworks, addressing incident management, service requests, problem management, access management, and event management.
  • Supports Local Registration Authority (LRA) duties in accordance with DoD and customer standards.
  • Provides a Monthly Status Report (MSR) to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)-appointed Technical Assistant (TA), detailing accomplishments, identifying issues, and highlighting areas requiring government action.
  • This position demands a proactive approach to ensure the seamless operation and security of communications within headquarters.

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
  • At least 2 years of experience in service desk or help desk support with basic troubleshooting skills in hardware, software, and network topologies.
  • Basic level skills in system administration and active directory.
  • The technician must possess a thorough knowledge of IT concepts, computer hardware, software, and networking, enabling them to analyze and solve complex problems effectively.
  • Communication skills are essential, as the technician will often need to explain technical issues to staff without a technical background.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science, from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution.
  • A+ or Network+ certification.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Mid-shift hours: 10:00a.m. to 6:00pm

Travel
  • Less than 5%.

Compensation

At Castalia Systems, we provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our benefits include: Medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional training opportunities, and even pet insurance to ensure your furry friends are cared for too. All regularly scheduled employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible to participate in Castalia Systems• benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Salary at Castalia Systems is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, position knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $80,000.00 to $85,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Castalia Systems• total compensation package for employees.

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