Ignite IT

Modernizes software and IT for federal agencies

Tier 2 Desk Side Support Specialist

IT Service Desk & End User SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeWashington, DC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required, and the candidate must be able to obtain a High Public Trust clearance.
An Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline and/or at least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in IT support and administrative roles is required.
Experience supporting government, business, technical, and IT personnel is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft SCCM, Microsoft Intune, and Active Directory is required.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced support environment while maintaining professionalism and reliability is required.
Candidates must be able to lift and move equipment weighing 50 pounds or more as required.

Responsibilities

Provide Tier 2 desk-side and remote support for end-user systems, peripherals, and network connectivity.
Perform software installations, software updates, and hardware troubleshooting in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving Windows Operating System, Active Directory, Azure Virtual Desktop performance, SCCM client health, BitLocker recovery, and Microsoft Intune-managed devices.
Perform system imaging, patch deployment, and configuration management using SCCM and Microsoft Intune.
Manage user accounts, permissions, and group policies within Microsoft 365 and Active Directory.
Collaborate with Tier 3 support and Infrastructure teams on escalated issues and advanced troubleshooting.
Document and track service tickets, resolutions, and support activities in ServiceNow.
Maintain and organize project files, reports, and technical documentation in electronic and manual formats.
Monitor IT asset inventory and assist with procurement tracking.
Ensure compliance with IT security policies, standards, and procedures.
Handle sensitive or classified materials with discretion and accuracy.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with Apple Mac products, thin clients, and Dell hardware.
CompTIA Security+ certification.
Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate certification.

Tier 2 Desk Side Support Specialist

Ignite IT · Washington, United States · — · Posted 2026-08-03

Workplace: on_site

Description

Ignite IT is seeking a Tier 2 Desk Side Support IT Specialist to provide mid-to-senior level technical and administrative support for IT operations in Washington, DC. This position combines hands-on desktop support with administrative coordination to ensure efficient day-to-day IT operations and successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting government, business, technical, and IT personnel while providing Tier 2 desk side and remote support in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, excellent customer service, and the ability to work collaboratively with infrastructure teams to resolve complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

Provide Tier 2 desk side and remote support for end-user systems, peripherals, and network connectivity.
Perform software installations, software updates, and hardware troubleshooting in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving:
Windows Operating System
Active Directory
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) performance
SCCM client health
BitLocker recovery
Microsoft Intune-managed devices
Perform system imaging, patch deployment, and configuration management using SCCM and Microsoft Intune.
Manage user accounts, permissions, and group policies within Microsoft 365 and Active Directory.
Collaborate with Tier 3 support and Infrastructure teams on escalated issues and advanced troubleshooting.
Document and track service tickets, resolutions, and support activities in ServiceNow.
Maintain and organize project files, reports, and technical documentation in both electronic and manual formats.
Monitor IT asset inventory and assist with procurement tracking.
Ensure compliance with IT security policies, standards, and procedures.
Handle sensitive or classified materials with discretion and accuracy.
Lift and move equipment weighing 50 pounds or more as needed.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a High Public Trust clearance.

Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline and/or 4+ years of progressively responsible experience in IT support and administrative roles.

Experience supporting government, business, technical, and IT personnel.

Proficiency with:

Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft SCCM
Microsoft Intune
Active Directory

Familiarity with:

Apple Mac products
Thin clients
Dell hardware

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced support environment while maintaining professionalism and reliability.

Preferred Qualifications

CompTIA Security+
Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

Lift and move equipment weighing 50 pounds or more as required by the position.

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About the Company

Ignite IT

Modernizes software and IT for federal agencies

Ignite IT designs and modernizes software systems for U.S. federal agencies and private-sector organizations. Its consulting and engineering teams help clients replace older applications, move workloads into the cloud and automate business processes while keeping existing systems running. Work spans public services such as patent filing and federal court case management, with projects combining custom software development, data workflows and support for the people who use those systems. The company earns its business through technology delivery and advisory engagements, working directly with customers and alongside partners. Founded in 2018, Ignite IT is headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Ashburn, VA
Founded: 2018

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