IT Support Specialist at Nooks

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Defense, National Security, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in IT support, helpdesk, or system administration (DoD experience preferred)
Possess a DoD 8140.03/8570.01 Information Assurance Technical II certification or able to obtain within 6 months of hire (e.g., CompTIA Security+)
Foundational knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, networking concepts, and common IT troubleshooting practices
Familiarity with account management, permissions, patching, and basic system administration tasks
Strong documentation skills with the ability to track and maintain accurate records of technical work
Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to support users at all technical levels
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Must be able to lift and set up IT equipment (e.g., monitors, workstations, and servers) as part of physical system support
U.S. citizenship required
Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) required

Responsibilities

Provide Tier I and Tier II technical support to end users, including troubleshooting hardware, software, and network-related issues
Assist in the physical setup and maintenance of IT systems, including workstation deployment, monitor mounting, cable management, and peripheral installation
Perform basic system administration tasks such as account creation, permissions updates, and patching under the supervision of senior staff
Maintain detailed documentation of support requests, troubleshooting actions, resolutions, and configuration changes to ensure accurate records throughout the complete system lifecycle
Escalate complex or unresolved issues to senior staff as appropriate
Ensure all work is completed in compliance with organizational cybersecurity policies and procedures, to include applicable DoD security standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support secure and compliant system operations
Contribute to IT projects and system improvements to develop foundational system administration skills

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Hardware TroubleshootingSoftware TroubleshootingNetwork TroubleshootingWorkstation DeploymentCable ManagementPeripheral InstallationAccount CreationPermissions UpdatesSystem PatchingCybersecurity ComplianceTechnical DocumentationTier I SupportTier II Support

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the IT Support Specialist role?

1–2 years of experience in IT support, helpdesk, or system administration is required, with DoD experience preferred. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a DoD 8140.03/8570.01 Information Assurance Technical II certification within 6 months of hire, such as CompTIA Security+.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Foundational knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, networking concepts, and common IT troubleshooting practices is required. Additional skills include familiarity with account management, permissions, patching, strong documentation skills, excellent communication, customer service, and the ability to collaborate in a team.

What is the company culture like at Nooks?

Nooks values innovation, collaboration, and a service-first mindset in a startup environment focused on national security and pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What compensation or benefits are offered?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Nooks

Virtual collaboration platform for sales teams

About Nooks

Nooks.ai offers a virtual collaboration platform tailored for sales development representatives (SDRs) and business development representatives (BDRs). The platform features video conferencing, virtual bullpens, and live call listening, enabling real-time interaction and coaching among team members. Nooks.ai stands out by recreating the energetic environment of a physical sales office, which helps increase connects and meetings. The company's goal is to enhance sales performance and team dynamics through improved outbound calling efficiency.

Gum Spring, West VirginiaHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$68.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees