Vulnerability Remediation Technician - 2011

Overview
Position: Vulnerability Remediation Technician
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Salary Range: $22.34 - $27.34 per hour
Clearance: Clearable to Q

The Vulnerability Remediation Technician role plays a crucial role in the ITIL Service Operation stage, specifically within the Incident Management and Request Fulfillment processes. They act as the single point of contact for users, addressing their technical issues and service requests while adhering to ITIL best practices.

Culture:

• Be a champion of collaboration: Foster teamwork and camaraderie within the service desk, readily assisting colleagues and sharing knowledge to solve complex issues.
• Embrace a healthy competition: Motivate yourself and others to continuously improve, celebrating individual and team achievements while maintaining a focus on supporting each other's success.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive environment: Treat everyone with respect, value diverse perspectives, and actively contribute to a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels heard and valued.

Responsibilities:

Responding to inbound inquiries:

• Answer phone calls and live chat messages from users experiencing technical issues.
• Effectively gather information and diagnose problems related to hardware, software, network connectivity, and applications.
• Provide clear and concise instructions to guide users through troubleshooting steps.

Managing offline tickets:

• Process and prioritize tickets submitted through email or online portal.
• Analyze and prioritize high-severity, escalated tickets within the offline queue.
• Investigate issues independently and research solutions based on knowledge base resources and internal procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams like IT specialists and network engineers to escalate complex issues and ensure timely resolution.

Knowledge Base & KCS:

• Effectively use the knowledge base as the primary resource for resolving user inquiries.
• Contribute to the improvement and expansion of the knowledge base by:
  • Documenting solutions to resolved tickets in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
  • Identifying opportunities to create new knowledge base articles based on recurring issues.
  • Reviewing and updating existing articles to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Adhere to KCS principles to promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Documenting and reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of all interactions and resolutions in designated tracking systems.
• Analyze trends and identify opportunities for improvement in service delivery.
• Generate reports and provide feedback to management on key performance indicators.

Maintaining a positive and professional demeanor:

• Deliver exceptional customer service with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Remain calm and composed under pressure, while prioritizing efficiency and accuracy.
• Actively learn and adapt to new technologies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree required plus 2 years of experience.
• Must be a US Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy Q security clearance
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a technical support role (e.g., service desk, help desk, desktop support).

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of basic IT concepts and terminology (e.g., operating systems, hardware, networking, software applications).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in simple terms.
• Active listening skills and the ability to build rapport with users from diverse backgrounds.

Desired experiences and skills include:

• Experience working with KCS methodologies.
• Certifications in relevant IT fields (e.g., A , CompTIA Network , Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate).
• 70 WPM typing speed.

We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• The chance to make a real impact on the success of our organization and build a valuable knowledge base.