
Junior Associate - IT Infrastructure & Security
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals.
- Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and business applications.
- Assist users with password resets, access requests, and common software issues.
- Respond to and resolve IT service desk tickets within defined SLAs.
- Escalate complex issues to higher-level engineers or system administrators.
- Document all issues, solutions, and workarounds in the ticketing system
- Set up, upgrade, and repair desktops, laptops, printers, and other IT equipment.
- Ensure antivirus, patches, and security updates are regularly applied.
- Maintain IT inventory and asset tracking.
- Troubleshoot LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, and VPN connectivity issues.
- Assist with VoIP and communication tool setup.
- Support network device configuration (printers, access points, switches - basic level).
- Provide basic training on IT systems, applications, and security awareness.
- Create user guides and FAQs for common IT processes.
- Ensure compliance with IT security policies (password, access, backups).
- Report potential security threats and assist in incident response.
- Strong knowledge of Windows & Mac OS, MS Office 365, and basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
- Familiarity with IT ticketing/helpdesk tools (Jira, ServiceNow, Zendesk, etc.).
- Basic knowledge of Active Directory, Exchange, and cloud systems (AWS/Azure).
- Problem-solving mindset with good communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple support requests.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field (preferred).
- Certifications on A+, N+, CompTIA, ITIL or any other relevant would be added advantage.