IT Technical Support Specialist II at Centene

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, national organization, Centene's technology professionals have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose: Provides on-site and remote technical support to end users and site IT infrastructure (including network, print, audio/video and office setup) by troubleshooting hardware and software problems. Analyzes events and applies technical knowledge following established procedures and standards to resolve immediate end user needs. Installs software, updates, and upgrades on the computers and workstations on the network.

• Drives hardware delivery and setup; customize systems for unique end user needs
• Analyzes, tests, and debug computer systems
• Offers laptop/desktop break-fix assistance and remote desktop support
• Supports operating systems, applications, security services, and hardware issue resolution for users (Android OS, iOS, Mac OS, Windows OS)
• Resolves technical issues with Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN)
• Works with IT Infrastructure teams to setups and maintain existing infrastructure environments and assist with local changes
• Implements the necessary controls and procedures to protect information systems assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure, or destruction
• Performs data transfer and manages imaging operations
• Reports to users and management on status, resource needs, and projected outcomes of service tickets
• Provides end user training and education
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• NOTE: Must be onsite 5 days a week in Tallahassee office

Education/Experience: Requires a High School diploma or GED
Requires 1 – 2 years of related experience. May require vocational or technical education in addition to prior work experience.
Vocation or technical education may include additional on-the-job training or continuous learning education

Technical Skills:

• One or more of the following skills are desired.
• Experience with Other: ServiceNow or equivalent ticketing tool
• Knowledge of Other: Technical knowledge of laptop PCs, virtual workstations, Windows OS, Apple iOS and Networking
• Knowledge of Other: Understanding of Active Directory, Networking, Voice, WiFi and IT infrastructure; able to coordinate with vendor or internal IT team to troubleshoot issues related to network and voice

Soft Skills:

• Beginner - Demonstrated customer service skills
• Beginner - Demonstrated interpersonal/verbal communication skills

License/Certification:

• CompTIA A+ Certification required
• Network+ Certification required

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act