Desktop Support Engineer

What are the top skills required for this role
Desktop Support at an Enterprise level
Life Science Manufacturing site support knowledge Lab support
Health Care / life Sciences domain Knowledge
Excellent communication skills

Job Description/ Responsibilities

MLL Systems Support: Provide onsite Level 2 support for MLL systems and connected peripherals including those connected to laboratory and manufacturing instrumentation. This includes diagnosing and resolving hardware software and networkrelated issues in manufacturing distribution and R&D environments.
Compliance and Quality Processes: Strictly adhere to GxP guidelines SOPs Work Instructions security policies and IT hardware and software standards. Ensure all activities are conducted within the framework of quality management processes maintaining meticulous records to support audit requirements.
ITIL & ITSM Practices: Utilize ITIL principles in IT Service Management (ITSM) to manage incidents problems and changes effectively. Ensure all actions are logged and tracked in ServiceNow maintaining high standards of documentation and communication.
Firewall and Network Management: Understand and support systems that are behind firewalls ensuring secure and compliant operations. Coordinate with network and security teams to troubleshoot connectivity and access issues related to MLL systems.
Critical Thinking: Apply strong critical thinking skills to analyze complex problems assess various solutions and implement the most effective resolution all while ensuring adherence to established IT hardware and software standards as well as organizational policies. Think ahead to anticipate potential issues before they arise and propose compliant solutions that align with these standards.
Broader System Understanding: Develop and maintain a broad understanding of the enterprise IT environment including dependent systems such as Active Directory cloud services and network infrastructure. Use this knowledge to triage and resolve complex issues affecting MLL systems.
Documentation and Knowledge Management: Contribute to and maintain comprehensive documentation of all MLL systems and support procedures. Assist in creating and updating knowledge base articles to enhance the efficiency of the support team.
Asset Management: Assist in the tracking and management of MLL assets including hardware software and instrumentation connected to critical systems.
Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization automation and enhancing the overall user experience within the MLL environment.
Education: Bachelors degree in information technology Computer Science or a related field preferred. Relevant certifications (e.g. CompTIA A Microsoft Certified: Windows Server ITIL Foundation) are highly desirable.
Experience: 35 years of experience in IT support with a focus on Level 2 support in OT environments within pharmaceutical medical devices or similarly regulated industries. Experience with GxP ITIL and working in a controlled highly regulated environment is essential.
Technical Skills:
o Proficiency in Windows operating systems with experience in environments where systems are connected to laboratory or manufacturing equipment.
o Strong understanding of network principles including managing systems behind firewalls.
o Experience with ITSM tools preferably ServiceNow and following ITIL processes.
Critical Thinking Skills: Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze complex problems assess various solutions and implement the most effective and compliant resolution. The ability to think ahead and anticipate potential issues ensuring that all actions adhere to established IT hardware and software standards as well as organizational policies.