Helpdesk Administrator- East Coast at Huntress

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Troubleshooting Skills, Technical Issue Diagnosis, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Windows 10/11, macOS, Google Workspace, IT Security Principles, Remote Support Tools, Helpdesk Ticket Management, IT Documentation, Team Collaboration, Security Best Practices, IT Asset Management

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

Reports to: Manager, IT Operations Location: Remote US; EST Time Zone Compensation Range: $55,000 to $65,000 base plus bonus and equity - this role is eligible for overtime pay What We Do: Huntress is a fully remote, global team of passionate experts and ethical badasses on a mission to break down the barriers to cybersecurity. Whether creating purpose-built security solutions, hunting down hackers, or impacting our community, our people go above and beyond to change the security game and make a real difference. Founded in 2015 by former NSA cyber operators, Huntress protects all businesses—not just the 1%—with enterprise-grade, fully owned, and managed cybersecurity products at the price of an affordable SaaS application. The Huntress difference is our One Team advantage: our technology is designed with our industry-defining Security Operations Center (SOC) in mind and is never separated from our service. We protect 4M+ endpoints and 7M+ identities worldwide, elevating underresourced IT teams with protection that works as hard as they do. As long as hackers keep hacking, Huntress keeps hunting. What You’ll Do: Huntress is seeking a Helpdesk Administrator to join our IT team! You’ll join an elite team of administrators who are critical in supporting our internal IT environment by being the primary point of contact for our employees facing technical issues. As a 24x7 global company, you’ll have the opportunity to provide world-class service to teammates across five countries. You will diagnose and resolve both hardware and software problems utilizing an array of different remote support tools while also maintaining proper IT documentation and ensuring optimal system performance. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills and is well-versed in IT basics. To be successful in this role, you must also be a self-starter and be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Responsibilities: Utilize remote support tools to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues faced by employees Monitor, respond to, and manage helpdesk tickets to ensure the timely resolution of issues Address and resolve hardware malfunctions and software issues, ensuring minimal downtime for employees Assess employee issues and properly escalate tickets as needed Maintain and update IT documentation, including end-user guides, troubleshooting guides, and system documentation Work closely with other IT team members on complex issues, projects, or IT initiatives Be an active team member by sharing knowledge and contributing to team discussions Keep track of IT assets, software licenses, and equipment warranties. Recommend replacements or upgrades as necessary Adhere to established security policies and procedures, ensuring all actions align with best practices. Remain vigilant to potential security risks, reinforcing the importance of security measures within the scope of helpdesk operations What You Bring To The Team: Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently Solid understanding of security best practices for corporate environments Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical individuals Effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple tickets simultaneously Foundational knowledge of Windows 10/11 and macOS operating systems Experience with Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) Basic understanding of IT security principles and practices. Awareness of common security threats and the importance of adhering to security policies Values and consistently applies established IT procedures, ensuring effective and standardized support delivery Comfortable navigating a fully remote work environment and willing to quickly learn and utilize remote communication, collaboration, and support tools Actively seeks and values contributions from team members, fostering a cooperative environment Technical expertise gained through education, certifications (like CompTIA A+), or work experience What We Offer: 100% remote work environment - since our founding in 2015 Generous paid time off policy, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays 12 weeks of paid parental leave Highly competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits plans 401(k) with a 5% contribution regardless of employee contribution Life and Disability insurance plans Stock options for all full-time employees One-time $500 reimbursement for building/upgrading home office Annual allowance for education and professional development assistance $75 USD/month digital reimbursement Access to the BetterUp platform for coaching, personal, and professional growth Huntress is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where every single member of our team is valued, has a voice, and is empowered to come to work every day just as they are. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally protected status. We do discriminate against hackers who try to exploit businesses of all sizes. Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or pre-employment testing or participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@huntresslabs.com. Please note that non-accommodation requests to this inbox will not receive a response. If you have questions about your personal data privacy at Huntress, please visit our privacy page. #BI-Remote

Responsibilities

The Helpdesk Administrator will be the primary point of contact for employees facing technical issues, providing support for both hardware and software problems. Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, managing helpdesk tickets, and maintaining IT documentation.