User Support Specialist
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a User Support Specialist based in United States.
This role provides frontline technical support for users of a mission-critical platform supporting federal operations.
You’ll serve as a key point of contact for user questions, troubleshooting issues and ensuring timely resolution.
Working within an Agile Scrum environment, you’ll handle Tier 1 and Tier 2 requests while coordinating Tier 3 escalations with technical teams.
You’ll collaborate with functional subject-matter experts and the Functional Lead to diagnose issues and deliver effective support.
The role also provides opportunities to contribute to system testing, technical documentation, and process improvements during lower-volume periods.
Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills will be essential in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.
This is a fully remote opportunity supporting work in the Defense and National Security sector.
Accountabilities
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Serve as the first point of contact for user questions, technical issues, and support requests.
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Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 user support, troubleshooting problems and guiding users toward effective solutions.
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Escalate Tier 3 issues to the appropriate Scrum team members and coordinate with functional subject-matter experts when additional expertise is required.
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Work closely with the Functional Lead to receive guidance, resolve issues, and maintain effective user support processes.
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Participate as a member of an Agile Scrum team and contribute to collaborative planning and issue resolution activities.
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Run support calls and status-update meetings to communicate progress, outstanding issues, and resolution timelines.
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Support system testing activities, particularly during periods of lower helpdesk demand or system downtime.
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Assist with technical writing, user documentation, and other materials required to support the platform and its users.
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Contribute to testing and documentation activities between helpdesk support assignments.
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Maintain clear and effective communication with users and internal team members throughout the support lifecycle.
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U.S. citizenship is required.
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At least 2 years of experience in Help Desk or User Support roles.
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Knowledge of and practical experience with Agile methodologies and Scrum environments.
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Experience using Atlassian tools, particularly Jira and Jira Service Management (JSM).
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Project.
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Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to determine when an issue requires escalation.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly to users and team members.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with functional experts, technical teams, and other stakeholders.
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Strong organization and attention to detail when managing multiple support requests and documentation activities.
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Preferred: active security clearance.
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Preferred: prior experience supporting Department of War (DoW) or U.S. Air Force environments.
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Fully remote position within the United States.
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Opportunity to support technology initiatives within the Defense and National Security sector.
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
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Employer-paid life insurance.
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Paid time off.
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11 paid holidays.
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Performance bonus opportunities.
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Tuition reimbursement.
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Unlimited training and professional development opportunities.
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Collaborative, flexible, and innovative work environment.
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Opportunity to contribute across user support, testing, documentation, and Agile delivery activities.