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Job Title: IT Support Specialist
Location: Cork Ireland - Onsite
Job Type: Contract Role (6 months)

Overview
This on-site role focuses on delivering Tier 1 and Tier 2 IT support to end-users while ensuring the smooth functioning of AV systems and technologies across the site. The ideal candidate should be proactive, customer-oriented, and highly adept at supporting a broad range of enterprise technologies and tools.

Key Responsibilities

Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 IT support for hardware, software, and network-related issues to employees.
Respond promptly and professionally to technical queries, maintaining high customer satisfaction.
Support and maintain endpoint devices such as laptops, desktops, peripherals, and mobile devices.
Manage and support global Google Meet rooms, ensuring flawless video conferencing experiences for users across various office locations.
Maintain and troubleshoot AV systems in conference rooms and collaborative spaces, ensuring seamless operation for meetings and events.
Oversee the Brandlive platform, assisting teams in delivering high-quality live and recorded video content for company events, town halls, and virtual engagements.
Conduct user training and provide best practice guidance for using Google Meet and Brandlive efficiently.
Troubleshoot and manage endpoint devices with tools like Tanium and Jamf.
Assist with Brandlive setup and troubleshooting for live or recorded video content delivery.
Perform hardware setup, maintenance, and replacement for laptops, desktops, peripherals, and mobile devices.
Collaborate with the IT Asset Management team to track and manage hardware inventory.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Enterprise Technology and IT Operations, to resolve issues and deploy new solutions.
Act as the on-site technical liaison for enterprise-wide IT initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve IT support processes and user experiences.
Document technical procedures and user guides for internal use.Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Over 2 years of experience in an IT support or desktop support role, preferably within an enterprise environment.
Strong knowledge and experience with Google Workspace (administration and troubleshooting), Google Meet hardware and conferencing technology, Tanium (endpoint management and security), Jamf (Mac management), and Brandlive (AV platform setup and support).
Proficient in troubleshooting both Windows and macOS operating systems.
Understanding of network fundamentals, including Wi-Fi, LAN, and VPN.
Experience with enterprise ITSM tools (e.g., Jira Service Management, ServiceNow, or similar).
Familiarity with cybersecurity practices and tools.
Certifications such as CompTIA A+, ITIL, or Jamf 200 are a plus.
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