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IT Systems & Operations Support Specialist (Level II)
Brewster, NY
Work Onsite M-F
Needed ASAP
3 month contract +
Must work on W2
IT Systems & Operations Support Specialist (Level II)
Location: Brewster, NY
Department: Corporate IT
Summary
Company is seeking an experienced IT Systems & Operations Support Specialist to provide hands-on IT and Operational Technology (OT) support within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role combines traditional desktop and infrastructure support with plant-floor technology troubleshooting, ensuring seamless operation across IT and automation systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong service mindset, broad technical expertise, and the ability to communicate effectively with non-technical users.
Key Responsibilities
System Support & Troubleshooting (40%)
- Provide onsite and remote support for end users, resolving issues across desktops, laptops, servers, network devices, and peripherals.
- Manage escalated Service Desk tickets, documenting actions and resolutions in the ticketing system.
- Perform imaging, software installations, hardware replacements, and peripheral setups per company standards.
- Deliver consistent, professional communication and build strong user relationships across departments.
Infrastructure & Operations Support (40%)
- Assist the Infrastructure and Network teams in maintaining local IT assets, including switches, access points, printers, and cabling.
- Support backup and disaster recovery solutions, virtualization environments (Hyper-V, Azure HCI), and Windows server operations.
- Partner with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure reliable connectivity between IT and OT systems.
- Maintain compliance with security protocols, data handling standards, and corporate IT policies.
Operational Technology Support (20%)
- Support factory systems such as SCADA, PLCs, DCS, HMIs, and other industrial control platforms.
- Collaborate with OT engineers to monitor and troubleshoot connectivity and data integration between IT and production systems.
- Contribute to incident response, cybersecurity initiatives, and root cause analyses within industrial environments.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of hands-on IT operations, infrastructure, or technical support experience.
- Strong knowledge of Windows environments, Azure services, and core networking concepts.
- Experience with virtualization (Hyper-V, Azure HCI) and backup/disaster recovery systems.
- Excellent problem-solving, customer service, and communication skills.
Preferred
- Experience supporting industrial control systems (SCADA, PLC, DCS, MES, AVEVA, Wonderware, Client iFIX).
- Familiarity with IoT device management and cybersecurity principles.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Microsoft, or Cisco preferred.