Endpoint Productivity Applications Associate (Contractor)

Our Story
Founded in 2008, Hightower is a wealth management firm that provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices, as well as 401(k) consulting and cash management services to corporations. Hightower’s capital solutions, operational support services, size and scale empower its vibrant community of independent-minded wealth advisors to grow their businesses and help their clients achieve their financial vision. Based in Chicago with advisors across the U.S., we operate as a registered investment advisor (RIA).

Your Future Team
The Endpoint Productivity Applications Associate is responsible for maintaining and supporting an organization’s enterprise application suite. They ensure that all desktop computers, laptops, tablets, applications and mobile devices operate efficiently and securely. Additionally, they troubleshoot technical issues related to software applications.

This is a contract position onsite in Houston, TX Monday- Thursday, Fridays are work from home. The position offer a base pay of $40-$45/hour.

What You’ll Do

• Support desktop application activities, including deployment coordination, validation, and issue resolution.
• Assist with tracking, testing results, and end-user support related to projects.
• Configure and maintain desktop hardware and operating systems.
• Deploy software applications and updates.
• Monitor system performance and optimize desktop environments.
• Provide escalated technical assistance to end-users regarding software applications.
• Troubleshoot application issues and resolve user inquiries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application functionality.
• Implement security measures for desktops and applications.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Conduct regular productivity audits.
• Maintain accurate records of software licenses and hardware inventory.
• Create user documentation and conduct training sessions.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience in managing Windows and/or Mac OS environments.
• Experience supporting backup or data protection solutions. i.e. Code42, Druva InSync, OneDrive.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills, with the ability to support project-based tasks.
• Familiarity with desktop support software and tools

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Hightower is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.