Cayuse Holdings

Computer User Support Specialist, SME

Cayuse Holdings
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $34 - $45 per hourWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive IT technical support experience, particularly in providing end-user assistance and troubleshooting for desktop hardware and software in a government environment. Proficient in managing IT equipment lifecycle and ensuring compliance with security and configuration policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords
IT Technical Support Experience8570 Information Assurance CertificationMicrosoft Windows 10 and 11 SupportServiceNow ExperienceDesktop Hardware Troubleshooting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ITSMServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide advanced technical, operational, and training support to end users and technical teams for PC desktop hardware, output devices, and software packages
  • Install, configure, and test desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, and other peripherals
  • Configure operating systems, apply baseline images, set system parameters, and follow security and configuration policies
  • Install, configure, and validate shrink-wrap and application software, including version checks, license verification, patches, and updates
  • Troubleshoot PC, output device, and peripheral incidents using hardware and software diagnostics
  • Coordinate and track hardware repairs and replacements with vendors, maintenance providers, and internal stakeholders
  • Resolve desktop and output device issues involving LAN components and escalate to network or system administrators when appropriate
  • Evaluate and optimize system configurations, software deployments, and desktop standards
  • Document incidents, resolutions, configuration changes, and installation procedures in ticketing or knowledge management systems
  • Provide user training and one-on-one assistance on hardware, software, and peripheral usage
  • Assist with standard operating procedures, checklists, and support documentation
  • Report to the Program Manager
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Associate’s degree (AA/AS) from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and related experience
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of professional, directly applicable IT technical support experience
  • Current 8570 Information Assurance (IA) Baseline Certification at IAT Level I (e.g., A+ CE, Network+ CE, SSCP, CCNA-Security)
  • Experience providing end-user support in a government environment
  • Comprehensive knowledge of IT technical support practices, including incident resolution, problem management, and user assistance
  • Knowledge of lifecycle replacement of IT equipment, including planning, deployment, and decommissioning activities
  • Hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11 in an enterprise environment
  • Proficiency supporting Microsoft Office 2013 and Office 365 productivity suites
  • Experience using ServiceNow or a similar IT service management/ticketing system
  • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise printer and multifunction devices, including Xerox, Lexmark, HP, and Ricoh platforms
  • Monday through Friday availability for an eight-hour shift between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. local time; infrequent after-hours support may be required
  • Secret Clearance is required
  • Must be able to pass a background check and potentially additional project/client background checks
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency
  • Proficiency in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Acrobat
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Must be able to work onsite in the main office
  • Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties for extended periods
  • Ability to use computers and office productivity tools with sufficient speed
  • Ability to sit for long periods while looking at a computer screen
  • May be required to work flexible schedules, holidays, or hours outside normal business hours
  • May be required to travel for business or professional development

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D options
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible schedule may include holidays
  • Business or professional development travel opportunities

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Hard Skills
Desktop Hardware InstallationOperating System ConfigurationApplication Software InstallationIncident ResolutionProblem ManagementMicrosoft Office 2013 and 365 ProficiencyPrinter and Multifunction Device SupportSystem Configuration OptimizationUser TrainingDocumentation Management
Soft Skills
Problem-Solving SkillsExceptional Communication SkillsCustomer Service OrientationAbility to Manage Multiple TasksTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
ServiceNowMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft OfficeAdobe AcrobatXerox PrintersLexmark PrintersHP PrintersRicoh Printers
Certifications & Qualifications
8570 Information Assurance CertificationA+ CENetwork+ CESSCPCCNA-Security
Industry Keywords
IT Technical Support PracticesEnd-User SupportGovernment EnvironmentLifecycle Replacement of IT EquipmentSecurity and Configuration Policies