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L3 Support Desk Engineer - Tampa, FL 1000711

Dexian DISYS, Tampa, FL, United States


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, hands‑on 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

end‑user systems, servers, networks, security, and cloud platforms , while maintaining excellent customer communication and ownership of issues through resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Tier 1-3 technical support via phone, email, remote tools, and onsite visits

Own service tickets end‑to‑end, including escalations, follow‑ups, 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

on‑prem 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 on‑call rotation for after‑hours escalation support

Required Qualifications
Experience

5+ years of Managed Service Provider (MSP) experience (mandatory)

10+ years of overall IT experience

Proven hands‑on systems administration background (not consultant‑only)

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.

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