IT Support Specialist

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a need for an IT Support Specialist to support our government customer located in Arlington, VA.

This position is 100% on-site.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for daily shift related tasks and reports, updating service tickets in the IT service management platform, and escalation of incidents requiring higher level support.
• Implements policies, procedures and standards to ensure compliance with information systems goals and policies.
• Complies with security procedures and policies.
• Supports major IT hardware deployment or similar projects.
• Perform actions to correct problems using remote diagnostic, remediation technology and tools or at user locations to install, modify, or make repairs to computer hardware and/or software.
• Test and evaluate specified software packages, proposed hardware and software to determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing computer systems, peripherals and the network.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field or 3-4 years of experience in the information technology field.
• Required to be IAT Level II (CCNA, CySA+, CND, Security+)

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge and experience of advanced end user device support, peripherals, and other related desktop/network technologies.
• Requires advanced knowledge of unique, one-off, or uncommon technical systems in the enterprise.
• Provide mentoring, training, ability to work on projects, conduct technology/system testing and/or assist with addressing issues that span the enterprise and overall responsible for personal computer activity.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• U. S. Citizenship required.
• Must have an active Top Secret-SCI clearance.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kāpili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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