Level 2 Desktop / End-User Support

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Level 2 Desktop / End-User Support for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in lower Manhattan, NYC. 100% - 5 days/week. No remote flexibility.

Responsibilities:

• Provide end-user support for MS Windows, Mac, Office 365, remote access/VPN, AV Conferencing]
• Onboarding new Scotiabank staff
• Managing Cyber vulnerabilities
• Support front-office trading and sales functions in a large international bank.
• Support back-office operations and corporate functions.
• Support Investment Banking, Compliance, and other private-side businesses within the bank.
• Understand priorities, risks, and regulatory rules of the bank.
• Champion a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships.
• Demonstrate subject matter expertise in Windows, mobile technologies, desktop and standard applications.
• Provide exemplary customer support
• Provide technical support of end user issues via telephone, email, ticket assignment or walk-up requests.
• Resolve 80% of technical support issues on the first call. Assign to proper resolver teams if needed.
• Perform root cause analysis, diagnosis, and remediation of all technical issues.
• Manage trouble tickets in Service Now.
• Use diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.
• Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources to aid in problem resolution.
• Performs hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software and configuring systems and applications.
• Resolves computer and laptop issues (connectivity, performance) and printer issues (local, network).
• Support other IT Groups as needed
• Escalate large scale issues to senior management.
• Liaise with the appropriate resolver/application teams for second level support.
• Engage a broad range of stakeholders across Front & Middle Office, Product Control, Risk Management, Back Office, Application teams.
• Adhere to established information security standards and procedures.
• Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.

Required Skills:

• 3+ years' experience performing IT end-user support at a financial institution.
• Working knowledge of DNS, internet infrastructure, and IP informational tools.
• Technical support expert, familiar with common computer hardware and productivity software applications
• Expert troubleshooting skills with various hardware (Laptops, iPads, iPhones, desktops, printers).
• Proficiency with MS O365 Suite
• Excellent communication skills, ability to be articulate and speak clearly on the phone.
• Excellent judgment skills to properly evaluate situations and provide effective solutions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills, with a focus on understanding issues and making recommendations.
• Ability to absorb and retain information quickly and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong professionalism - comes dressed in professional attire every day.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience with ServiceNow

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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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