L3 Support Desk Engineer - Tampa, FL

L3 Support Desk Engineer - Tampa, FL 1000711

Job details

Posted
23 April 2026

Location
Tampa, FL

Reference
1000711

Job description

Level 3 Desktop Support / Systems Support Engineer (MSP)
Location:

Tampa, FL (Onsite initially; hybrid possible over time)
Employment Type:

FullTime / ContracttoHire
Work Model:

5 days onsite required during initial onboarding period
Travel:

Minimal local travel (approximately 5 hours per month)
Position Overview
We are seeking a

Level 3 Desktop Support / Systems Support Engineer

to join a growing

Managed Service Provider (MSP)

environment. This is a senior, handson technical role supporting

external client environments

(approximately 95%) as well as internal systems.
The ideal candidate is a

strong technical generalist

with deep Microsoft expertise, solid networking fundamentals, and real MSP experience. This role requires the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues across

enduser systems, servers, networks, security, and cloud platforms , while maintaining excellent customer communication and ownership of issues through resolution.
Key Responsibilities
Tier 1-3 Support & Issue Resolution
Deliver

Tier 1-3 technical support

via phone, email, remote tools, and onsite visits
Own service tickets endtoend, including escalations, followups, and client communication
Evaluate, prioritize, and resolve service requests in accordance with defined SLAs
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across desktops, servers, networks, and cloud systems

Microsoft & Systems Administration

Support Microsoft technologies including:
Microsoft Entra ID / Azure Active Directory
Microsoft 365 administration
Group Policies (GPOs)
Intune, Autopilot, and device management

Support

Windows Server and desktop operating systems
Manage and troubleshoot

onprem and cloud hybrid environments
Assist with

Azure infrastructure and cloud migration initiatives

Networking, Security & Infrastructure

Troubleshoot

LAN/WAN, routing, switching, VLANs , and wireless access points
Support

VPN connectivity , including understanding VPN handshake processes and authentication stages
Configure and support

firewalls, network devices, and security policies
Assist with

backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and business continuity

solutions
Troubleshoot virtualization platforms including

VMware, HyperV, and related storage technologies

Automation, Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Contribute to automation and workflow efficiency initiatives
Support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and system enhancements
Maintain

accurate documentation

of client environments, configurations, and changes
Develop and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Mentor and support Level 1 and Level 2 technicians

Client & Team Collaboration

Provide regular and transparent status updates to clients and internal stakeholders
Collaborate with internal engineering teams, vendors, and partners for issue resolution
Recommend technology improvements to enhance performance, stability, and security
Participate in an oncall rotation for afterhours escalation support

Required Qualifications
Experience

5+ years of Managed Service Provider (MSP) experience (mandatory)
10+ years of overall IT experience
Proven handson systems administration background (not consultantonly)
Experience supporting

large MSP client environments

Technical Skills (Must Have)

Advanced Microsoft stack expertise (AD, M365, GPOs, Azure fundamentals)
Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching)
VPN troubleshooting and security concepts
Windows Server administration
Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, ConnectWise, Autotask)
Exposure to firewalls, wireless access points, and VLANs

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.

Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.