IT Support Specialist
Provides hands-on IT support to employees, splitting time between BrightEdge's San Mateo HQ and a San Jose-area data center — troubleshooting Windows/macOS devices, Microsoft 365, user accounts/MFA, network connectivity, and endpoint security, while handling onboarding/offboarding and IT asset management.
- Compensation
- $26–$28 / hr
- Location
- San Mateo, California
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- It support
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 2+ years in IT support, help desk, or desktop support
- Hands-on experience supporting Windows, macOS, and Microsoft 365
- Familiarity with Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID
- Basic understanding of network connectivity and endpoint security
- Experience with support platforms such as Zendesk
- Strong problem-solving, customer service, and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize requests, work independently, and collaborate across teams
- Associate degree in IT or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Ability to stand, sit, bend, and lift up to 30 pounds when handling server equipment
- Reliable transportation and ability to commute from San Mateo office to San Jose-area data center as needed
Nice to have
- Experience with Microsoft Intune or JAMF
- Familiarity with equipment inventory and conference room technology
- Basic PowerShell or scripting experience
- Data center experience installing servers, managing rack cabling, and troubleshooting hardware
- Familiarity with remote management tools such as iDRAC or iLO
- Ability to follow change management procedures and coordinate with data center staff
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or relevant Microsoft certifications
Full description
Shape the future of Search.About BrightEdge
BrightEdge is a leading SEO, search, and brand visibility platform helping companies understand how their digital presence drives real business results. Founded in 2007, we’re trusted by thousands of organizations across more than 80 countries, including brands like Microsoft and Visa. Our platform combines powerful data with AI-driven insights to help customers plan, optimize, and measure their digital marketing strategies and understand how their brand is showing up across an evolving search landscape.
What sets BrightEdge apart is our people. With 400+ employees across 7 global offices, we foster a collaborative, curious, and supportive environment where smart ideas are encouraged, and impact is visible. If you enjoy solving meaningful problems, working with data and technology, learning new things, and helping shape the future of digital marketing, BrightEdge is a great place to build your career.
About the RoleThis role requires reliable transportation and ability to commute from our San Mateo Office to our Data Center in the San Jose area as needed.
We are seeking an IT Support Specialist to provide hands-on technical support, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and ensure reliable day-to-day IT operations. This role will split time between our San Mateo headquarters and our data center in the San Jose area, supporting employees, IT infrastructure, and equipment across both locations. Responsibilities include supporting Windows and macOS environments, Microsoft 365 applications, user accounts, network connectivity, endpoint security, and IT asset management. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong technical, communication, and customer service skills who is comfortable working in both an office and data center environment.
How You'll Spend Your Time:
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End-User Support: Provide technical support for Windows and macOS computers, applications, printers, and peripherals.
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Microsoft 365 Support: Troubleshoot issues with Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
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Ticket Management: Track support requests, document troubleshooting steps, and escalate issues as needed.
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Employee Lifecycle Support: Manage onboarding and offboarding, including device setup, account access, and equipment recovery.
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Account & Access Management: Support user accounts, permissions, MFA, and password resets.
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Network Troubleshooting: Resolve basic connectivity issues involving Wi-Fi and VPN.