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IT Support Specialist
Location
United States
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
IT Support Specialist
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• Administer and improve Microsoft Intune, Jamf Pro, Microsoft Entra ID, and core Microsoft 365 services. • Manage device enrollment, configuration profiles, compliance policies, application deployment, patching, and endpoint lifecycle activities. • Troubleshoot Windows, macOS, authentication, access, application, and policy issues. • Review and improve Conditional Access, role assignments, device-based access, and least-privilege controls. • Develop PowerShell scripts and automation to reduce manual administration and remediate recurring issues. • Perform root-cause analysis and implement long-term fixes for recurring platform issues. • Maintain technical documentation and provide knowledge transfer to the internal IT team.
Job Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune and Jamf Pro.
- Experience administering Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365.
- Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills.
- Experience managing Windows and macOS devices in a cloud-first environment.
- Experience with application deployment, patching, device compliance, and configuration management.
- Strong understanding of Zero Trust, least privilege, Conditional Access, and role based access control.
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and ownership skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical priorities.
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