Information Technology Help Desk

Kratos Defense
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • $72,900–$76,000 Per Year
11 days ago

Job Description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services. We are cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers working collaboratively to solve our customers toughest challenges. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative.  We are a trusted partnerdriven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. We have an exciting opportunity for an Information Technology Help Desk III. This mid-level IT Support role is responsible for delivering reliable, customer-focused technical assistance across the organization. The position manages day-to-day support needs including account provisioning, helpdesk ticket resolution, device setup, and audiovisual systems, while also handling more advanced troubleshooting and contributing to process improvements. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in Windows and/or macOS environments, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced setting with efficiency and care.

  • Provision and deprovision accounts, hardware, and system access for new hires and departing employees; prepare and configure laptops/equipment; conduct new hire tech orientations.
  • Respond to and resolve routine helpdesk tickets password resets, software installs, printer/network issues, hardware troubleshooting.
  • Handle escalated issues requiring deeper troubleshooting, including OS-level problems, network connectivity, application errors, and system configuration.
  • Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot AV equipment for meetings, conference rooms, and events (video conferencing systems, displays, microphones, speakers).
  • Maintain accurate documentation of IT assets, tickets, and standard operating procedures.
  • Manage user accounts and permissions across core business systems (email, SSO, shared drives, etc.).
  • Coordinate with vendors and outside providers for repairs, equipment orders, and service issues as needed.
  • Identify recurring issues and recommend process or system improvements.

Keyword: Password Resets, Ticket Logging, First Call Resolution (FCR), Phone/Chat Support, Knowledge Base, Advanced Troubleshooting, Escalation Handling, Software Deployment, System Configuration, Automation
Required Experience:
  • 2+ years of experience in IT support, helpdesk, or a similar technical support role.
  • Solid understanding of Windows and/or macOS environments, Active Directory/Azure AD (or equivalent), and common business applications.
  • Experience with onboarding/offboarding processes and account provisioning tools.
  • Familiarity with AV equipment setup and troubleshooting (Teams Rooms, projectors, displays, conferencing hardware).
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to explain technical issues in plain language to non-technical staff.
  • Excellent communication skills and a customer-service mindset.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfortable lifting and moving equipment (monitors, laptops, AV gear) as needed.

Preferred Skills/Experience

  • Relevant certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft certifications, etc.).
  • Experience supporting a hybrid or multi-office workforce.
  • Basic scripting or automation experience for repetitive IT tasks.
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The grade-based payrange for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range aredetermined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited toeducation, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitivesalary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $72,900-$76,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to designand deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication,control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offeringsfromcommercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customerstrust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bringboth the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. Andwe always deliver.

This posting will closewithin 90 days from the Posting Date.   



From: Kratos Defense

Numbers & Facts

LocationColorado Springs, CO
Salary$72,900–$76,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • Audiovisualunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • CompTIA A+unmatched
  • CompTIA Network+unmatched
  • Customer Escalationsunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Email Technologyunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Help Deskunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Knowledge Baseunmatched
  • Laptop PCunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
  • Lifting Equipmentunmatched
  • Mac Operating Systemunmatched
  • Microsoft Active Directoryunmatched
  • Microsoft Certificationsunmatched
  • Microsoft Windows Azureunmatched
  • Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
  • Network Connectivityunmatched
  • Network System Hardwareunmatched
  • Onboardingunmatched
  • Operating Systemsunmatched
  • Printersunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Scripting (Scripting Languages)unmatched
  • Single Sign-On (SSO)unmatched
  • Software Installationunmatched
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • User Account Administrationunmatched

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