IT Support Technician (m/f/d), Full time (40 h/w)
Summary
Provides first- and second-line IT support at Modul University Vienna: handling helpdesk tickets, supporting Windows 10/11 and Microsoft 365 (Active Directory/Entra ID), maintaining classroom AV/EdTech equipment, and assisting senior IT staff with network and infrastructure upkeep. PowerShell scripting and ticketing tools are core to the role.
- Helpdesk & Ticketing: Manage, prioritise and resolve incoming support requests efficiently using our IT ticketing system, ensuring timely communication with end users.
- Windows Server & Desktop Support: Provide robust first- and second-line support for Windows operating systems, hardware, software installation, troubleshooting and user account management (Active Directory / Entra ID).
- Classroom & EdTech Support: Maintain and troubleshoot interactive displays, projectors, audiovisual equipment and student and staff devices to help ensure disruption-free learning environments.
- Infrastructure Maintenance: Assist in monitoring and maintaining local network infrastructure, Wi-Fi access points, printers and server backups under the guidance of senior IT staff.
- Documentation & Onboarding: Create clear technical guides for staff and students and assist with setting up new hardware and software deployments
- Proven experience (2+ years) in a dedicated IT support or helpdesk environment; experience within schools or educational institutions is a distinct advantage.
- Strong working knowledge of Windows 10/11 administration and Microsoft 365.
- Familiarity with basic networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.
- Hands-on experience with classroom audiovisual technology and interactive learning tools.
- Proficiency in using IT ticketing systems such as Jira, Zendesk, Freshdesk or ServiceNow.
- Hands-on experience with PowerShell scripting for Windows administration, Microsoft 365 management, troubleshooting, and automation of routine IT tasks.
- Communication skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical users, students and staff.
- Language: Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is essential.
Desirable Skills & Certifications
- Microsoft certifications: Relevant current Microsoft credentials, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900), or a Microsoft 365 role-based certification (AZ-104).
- CompTIA A+: CompTIA A+ certification, or demonstrable equivalent knowledge of hardware, operating systems, networking, security and troubleshooting.
- Other industry certifications: CompTIA Network+, ITIL Foundation, Cisco CCST/CCNA, or equivalent service management and networking qualifications including VLAN configuration, trunk/access ports, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and basic switch troubleshooting.
- Education technology: Training or certification relating to interactive displays, audiovisual systems, mobile device management or classroom technology.
- Professional development: Evidence of ongoing technical learning and a willingness to work towards further relevant certifications.
- Competitive salary of €55,000 gross per annum, paid in 14 instalments.
- Full-time schedule (40 hours per week) with a healthy work-life balance.
- Opportunities for professional development and technical certifications.
- A collaborative, supportive and engaging working environment.