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IT Help Desk Specialist

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for: Talenthop
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home position Listed on 2026-11-11
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    HelpDesk/Support, IT Support, Systems Administrator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 75000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm that builds and invests in technology-led companies focused on healthcare, cyber, and national security sectors. The organization develops innovative tools and solutions to address significant national challenges through scalable ventures.

About the Opportunity:

The IT HELP DESK SPECIALIST will provide daily end-user IT support for a defense-focused team of over 70 employees. This role serves as the primary contact for IT requests, manages user accounts, and develops a self-service Knowledge Base within a Microsoft 365 environment emphasizing security and compliance. The position is critical to maintaining efficient IT operations and supporting a security-conscious workplace.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the help desk ticket queue using Zendesk, including triage, resolution, and escalation
  • Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for Windows, macOS, Microsoft 365 apps, mobile devices, and conference equipment
  • Administer user account lifecycle in Microsoft Entra  connected SaaS applications
  • Handle onboarding and offboarding processes, including device provisioning and license management
  • Create and maintain IT Knowledge Base articles and troubleshooting guides
  • Enroll, inventory, and support devices via Microsoft Intune and RMM platforms
  • Reset passwords and assist with MFA enrollment and sign-in issues
  • Maintain accurate asset and license records
  • Follow security and compliance protocols and report incidents promptly
  • Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years of help desk or desktop support experience
  • Experience administering Microsoft 365 and Entra  accounts and licenses
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting Windows and macOS
  • Familiarity with ticketing systems such as Zendesk, Service Now, or Jira Service Management
  • Customer-focused with ability to manage multiple requests concurrently

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

  • Salary range is $65,000 to $75,000 based on experience, skills, and other factors
  • Fully remote work environment
  • Competitive salary, bonus, and equity package
  • 100% employer-paid comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision for employees and their families
  • Unlimited paid time off with managerial approval
  • Fourteen weeks of fully paid parental leave

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note:

Talent Hop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.

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