Tier 2 Help Desk

Patriot Talent Solutions
Patriot Talent Solutions

Full-time

Knoxville, TN, USA

Posted on Sep 24, 2026
Tier 2 Support Technician

Overview

Our client is seeking a Tier 2 Support Technician to provide advanced technical support for a diverse client base. This individual will troubleshoot escalated desktop, server, network, Microsoft 365, and infrastructure issues while delivering exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate is customer-focused, technically strong, and comfortable working in a fast-paced managed services environment where priorities can shift quickly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary escalation point for Tier 1 support technicians.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving:
    • Windows desktop and server environments
    • Microsoft 365
    • Active Directory
    • Networking (switches, firewalls, VPNs, wireless)
    • Printers and peripheral devices
    • Endpoint security solutions
  • Perform root cause analysis and document resolutions.
  • Support client onboarding, migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure projects.
  • Monitor and maintain client environments proactively.
  • Communicate with end users and clients in a professional, customer-focused manner.
  • Escalate complex issues to senior engineers when appropriate.
Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of IT support, help desk, desktop support, or systems administration experience.
  • Strong Microsoft Windows troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Working knowledge of:
    • Active Directory
    • Group Policy
    • DNS/DHCP
    • VPN connectivity
    • Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching)
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications

  • MSP (Managed Service Provider) experience.
  • Experience with RMM and ticketing systems.
  • Experience supporting virtualization platforms (VMware or Hyper-V).
  • Experience with Azure or cloud technologies.
  • CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft certifications, or equivalent.

Recruiter Screening Questions

  • How many years of IT support experience do you have?
  • Have you worked in a managed services (MSP) environment?
  • What percentage of your experience is supporting Microsoft 365?
  • Describe your experience with Active Directory and Group Policy.
  • What types of networking issues have you troubleshot independently?
  • Have you been the escalation point for Tier 1 technicians?

Ideal Backgrounds

  • Tier 2 Support Technician
  • Help Desk Lead
  • Systems Support Analyst
  • Desktop Support Engineer
  • IT Support Specialist
  • Service Desk Engineer
  • Network Support Technician
  • MSP Support Technician

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