Cloud and End User Support Specialist

Due to the classified nature of our work, U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates must be willing to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

Location:
El Segundo

Who are we looking for?

Pacific Defense is an industry leading developer of advanced RF and electronics systems for the U.S. Department of Defense and commercial customers. We specialize in Open Systems Architecture solutions for the non-kinetic fight. Our vision provides cost effective, highly capable, modular, and rapidly reconfigurable systems to our customers in less than half the time of traditional defense contractors. Our team delivers sensing and effects solutions for the Land, Air, Sea and Space domains at an unprecedented pace.

We accomplish this strategy by combining broad domain experience in Radar, EW, SIGINT, and Communications with a go-fast commercial execution model. Our model fully leverages Open Standards, like SOSA, CMOSS, and MORA, as well as rapid prototyping methodologies to bring our advanced capabilities to customers.

As a Cloud and End User Support Specialist in the Defense Industry, you will be responsible for supporting Microsoft 365 platforms and applications, in addition to providing technical support and assistance to end-users within the organization. You will handle a wide range of technical issues, troubleshoot problems, and ensure a world class end user experience. Your expertise in the defense industry will enable you to understand and address the unique challenges and requirements faced by defense personnel.

This role requires a high level of technical troubleshooting proficiency, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. The ability to patiently communicate complex issues in simple terms to non-technical users is critical.

This job is planned to transition into a system administrator role over time and can include mentoring and peer support towards this goal, for the appropriate candidate.

• Provide end user support for Microsoft 365 cloud platform applications, including SharePoint and Dynamics.
• Review and identify issues in SIEM systems, notably Microsoft Sentinel.
• Provide technical support to defense industry employees, addressing inquiries, and resolving issues related to computer systems, hardware, software, and network connectivity.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical problems reported by end-users, employing a systematic approach to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Escalate critical or unresolved technical issues to the appropriate internal teams or external vendors, tracking and following up on their resolution to ensure timely completion.
• Install, configure, and upgrade computer systems, software applications, and peripheral devices while adhering to security and compliance guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement system upgrades, patches, and new software releases, ensuring minimal disruption to end‑users.
• Contribute to technical documentation, including user manuals, knowledge base articles, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to facilitate self‑service support for end‑users.
• Monitor and maintain system performance, network stability, and security measures, proactively identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities or risks.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to recommend and implement process improvements, system enhancements, and innovative solutions.
• Assist in the installation and inventory management of computer hardware, software licenses, and other IT‑related assets.

• 5-7 years of experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) are advantageous.
• Proven experience working in a helpdesk or technical support role, preferably in the defense industry or a similarly regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra, SharePoint and InTune.
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware, software applications, operating systems (e.g., Microsoft 365, Windows, Linux), and network infrastructure.
• Familiarity…