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Velaura AI is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Administrator / IT Engineer to help administer, secure, and continuously improve... ...while also providing Tier 2/3 desktop engineering support for our end-user comput…
Engineering & IT · San Jose, CA
IT Support Specialist jobs in San Jose, CA
IT support specialists are the first call when technology breaks — diagnosing hardware, software, and account issues, and keeping employees productive. A common entry point into IT careers.
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Job Overview We are seeking motivated Linux/UNIX Systems Engineers with 2–4 years of hands-on experience supporting, administering, and maintaining Linux/UNIX environments. The ideal candidate should have experience work…
$85k - $97k
headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients’ expanding utility and infrastructure requirements... ...development of the infrastructure and stay current with the IT business…
$144k - $216k
experience with a proven track record designing, implementing, and supporting large-scale enterprise networks that serve global organizations.... ...runbooks Mentor network engineers and cross-functional IT teams, sharin…
$35 - $38.5 per hour
Desktop System's Specialist Technician II is responsible 2nd and 3rd level support of hardware, software, and operating systems for Apple and PC based computing... ...to clients. • Acts as key contact for internal IT gro…
~401(k) ~ Paid Sick hours Job Description Atlassian Jira and Confluence server configuration, user management, user support Engineering of systems administration-related solutions for various project and operational need…
$6,560 per month
management (Netapp, Dell/EMC, PureStorage, and others) Atlassian Jira and Confluence server configuration, user management, user support Infra automation tools(ansible) support Foreman deployment management System invent…
ensures that customers retain full control of their infrastructure strategy. Job Description Mirantis is seeking an IT Support Engineer to be the on-site IT presence at our Campbell, CA headquarters. This is a fully on-s…
$88k - $110k
Job Summary: The IT Helpdesk Technician will be the first point of contact for all IT-related issues, providing prompt, courteous, and effective technical support to internal users. You'll be responsible for diagnosing a…
management console. Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration tests to assess system security. Serve as level 2 support, collaborating with IT Admin and other teams to troubleshoot, identify root causes, and provide te…
opportunity? Join a globally recognised hyperscale cloud provider operating large-scale, mission-critical data centre environments that support millions of users worldwide. Built on innovation, automation, and operationa…
ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop software and system solutions for application security & compliance for data center and cloud-based workloadsDevelop high-quality, robust softwareCommunicate your ideas and collaborate…
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What it support specialists earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $26–$37 | $55k–$76k |
| Mid level | $37–$50 | $76k–$103k |
| Senior | $48–$63 | $99k–$131k |
Adjusted for the San Jose market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Windows and macOS troubleshootingTicketing systems (Jira, ServiceNow)Active Directory / Azure AD basicsHardware setup and repairMicrosoft 365 / Google WorkspaceNetworking basicsPatient, clear communicationDocumentationRemote support tools
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
A user says their computer is slow. Walk me through your troubleshooting.
Ask clarifying questions first, then check the obvious in order: resource usage, startup programs, updates, disk health. The structured approach is the answer.
How do you explain a technical fix to a frustrated non-technical user?
Show empathy first, plain language second, and confirmation the user is unblocked. They are hiring your bedside manner as much as your knowledge.
How do you prioritize when multiple tickets come in at once?
Impact and urgency: outages affecting many people before individual inconveniences, with communication to those who wait. Mention using SLAs if you have worked with them.
What do you do when you cannot solve an issue yourself?
Timebox, document what you tried, and escalate with full context. Knowing when to escalate is a strength, not a failure.
A user asks you to bypass a security policy to work faster. What do you say?
Decline kindly, explain the reason, and offer a compliant alternative or escalate the policy question. They are checking your judgment under social pressure.
How do you keep track of recurring issues?
Talk about ticket tagging, knowledge-base articles, and flagging patterns to reduce repeat work. Turning tickets into documentation shows initiative.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For it support specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Include your ticket metrics: volume handled, first-contact resolution rate, or satisfaction scores if tracked.
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List the exact systems supported (Windows 11, macOS, M365, AD) because postings filter on them literally.
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Show knowledge-base or documentation contributions; they signal you reduce future tickets, not just close today's.
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CompTIA A+ or similar certifications materially help at entry level — list in-progress ones too.
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Mention the environment scale (number of users or sites supported) to give your experience context.
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