Service desk specialist

Job TitleService Desk Specialist (Network Dispatch & Smart Hands Coordination)LocationRemote/Hybrid (Global coverage) — Shift-based, 24×7 rotationEmployment TypeFull-time (rotational shifts, weekends/holidays as scheduled)Reports ToService Desk Manager / Network Operations LeadRole SummaryYou will be the front door for global Network Hands & Feet (H&F) operations. You’ll handle ticket intake and L1 diagnostics, run SEV bridges, and dispatch/coordinate field engineers for racking & stacking, switches/routers/APs/firewalls, and wireless surveys. Success means fast, clear triage, accurate dispatch packs, precise documentation, and consistent SLA delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesTicket Intake & Triage (ITSM): Manage incidents/requests/changes in Service Now/Freshservice/Remedy/SM9; apply priority/severity rules; keep stakeholders updated.L1 Diagnostics: Perform DNS/DHCP/ping/traceroute checks; handle VPN/user access; SSO/MFA and basic O365/AD issues to drive first-contact resolution.SEV/Bridge Handling: Host and minute SEV bridges; provide clear status every 15–30 minutes; coordinate resolver groups; drive to action/closure.Dispatch & Coordination: Build complete dispatch packs (scope, site access, change window, contacts, tools/PPE, RMA/spares, rack elevation/port map); assign field engineers; track ETAs; manage escalations.Network Workstreams:Racking/Stacking: Labeling, serial capture, power/Po E checks, patching, photos, closure notes.AP Installs & Surveys: Understand APo S vs passive/active; RSSI/SNR basics; Po E and mounting standards; capture deliverable expectations.Firewall Basics: Policy/ACL vocabulary, IPSec/SSL VPN types, common vendors (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet) — escalate L2 for policy/CLI.Documentation & Handover: Maintain accurate tickets, evidence (photos/serials/signatures), shift handovers, and post-incident reports.SLA & Quality: Hit response/restore SLAs; prevent re-dispatch by improving pack quality; uphold bridge etiquette and confidentiality.Required Qualifications & Skills2–5 years in a Service Desk / NOC / Dispatch role supporting network or end-user services.Strong ITSM experience (Service Now, Freshservice, Remedy, or SM9) across Incident/Problem/Change.Solid L1 networking : DNS/DHCP fundamentals, IP tools (ping/traceroute), VPN user troubleshooting, SSO/MFA, basic Windows/O365/AD.Proven dispatch/coordination skills (spares/RMA, logistics, access notes, change windows, engineer ETAs).Excellent communication (written/spoken English), customer handling, and documentation discipline.Comfortable with 24×7 shifts and high-tempo bridge calls.Nice-to-HaveITIL Foundation ; CCNA (or equivalent knowledge).Familiarity with Ekahau concepts (APo S/passive/active surveys) and survey deliverables.Exposure to monitoring tools (App Dynamics, Grafana, Kibana, Solar Winds).Multi-vendor awareness (Cisco/Aruba/Juniper/Palo Alto/Fortinet).KPIs (What success looks like)Time-to-First-Response: ≤ 10 minutes for ≥ 85% of ticketsTime-to-Dispatch Pack: ≤ 15 minutes post-triage for ≥ 90% of field requestsSLA Adherence: ≥ 95% (response/restore)Documentation Completeness: 100% (evidence, serials, sign-off)Bridge Cadence: Clear updates every 15–30 minutesFirst-Contact Resolution (where applicable): ≥ 25–30%Tools You’ll UseFreshservice/Service Now/Remedy/SM9, MS Teams/Zoom, O365/AD, Global Protect/other VPN clients, basic CLI tools for validation, ticket/dispatch templates, geo tools (Google Maps/What3 Words), and shared runbooks.Equal OpportunityWe’re an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to a safe, inclusive workplace.