Help Desk Analyst Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Help Desk Analyst plays an integral role in managing technical difficulties that affect operations in the technology industry. Their daily responsibilities may include evaluating and resolving issues related to computer systems, hardware, software, and networks. They are expected to provide technical assistance and support, troubleshooting problems, and guiding users through corrective steps. They may also be tasked with the installation, modification, and repair of computer hardware and software. They're responsible for maintaining documentation of issues and contributing to the knowledge base to streamline future problem resolution.

Important skills for a Help Desk Analyst include strong problem-solving capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of computer hardware, software, and networks. They should be able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly. Certifications such as CompTIA A+, ITIL Foundation, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals are highly valued. Prior to becoming a Help Desk Analyst, a professional may hold roles such as IT Technician, Computer Operator, or IT Support Specialist which provide foundational technical and customer service skills necessary for the Help Desk Analyst role.

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Technical Support Engineer 4 - SV1013187

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Technical Support Engineer 4 Location: Sunnyvale, CA Do you ever use your smart phone, or cable TV, or WiFi, or NetFlix account, and wonder how the giants of telecom- Comcast, Verizon, AT&T,...

Senior IT Support Engineer

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

The Senior IT Support Engineer at Lunar Energy will be instrumental in delivering exceptional support to our in-office and remote end users, leading new employee IT onboarding, managing the...

Desktop Support Analyst

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Company - Our Investment Banking Client is looking for an experienced Desktop Support Analyst to join their team on a full-time basis. You'll be responsible for supporting 2 offices...

Senior IT Support Engineer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Systems, Office Suite, etc....

IT Help Desk Technician

  • Los Gatos, CA (9 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Gatos, CA (9 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Los Gatos Clinic - Los Gatos, CA Salary Range : Undisclosed Description We are looking for a Full-Time IT Help Desk Technician to join our IT team! This is the perfect...

Technical Support Specialist

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Project-based IT work that implements a broadest range of IT equipment, including network equipment, servers, terminals, personal computers, cabling, and related software...

Desktop Support Technician, IT Operations

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

systems Requirements Minimum of 4 years of experience with desktop support experience Minimum of 4 years of experience within a Windows and Mac environment, some Linux is preferred Degree in Information...

Desktop Support Technician, IT Operations

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

systems Minimum of 4 years of experience with desktop support experience Minimum of 4 years of experience within a Windows and Mac environment, some Linux is preferred Degree in Information Technology...

Hardware Support Technician II

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

What this Job Entails: The Hardware Support Technician II provides procurement, inventory management, asset management, distribution and logistics services for pre-market consumer electronics...

IT Hardware Technician

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

A local East Bay Client is looking to hire a detail-oriented and motivated Technician to join their team. This role is critical in ensuring the quality and functionality of IT hardware while...

Senior Technical Support Engineer

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Partner Technical Support is responsible for helping API connected partners optimize customer experiences by ensuring successful bank feed connections to Intuit products. Partner Technical Support...

Accounts Payable Helpdesk Analyst

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

One of Insight Global's clients is looking for an AP Help Desk Analyst to join their CS team....

Sr. Technical Support Engineer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago

systems - Linux, VMware, and Windows Server environments Knowledge of x86 architecture Hardware knowledge of motherboard design, networking types with the types of cabling, network switches, and storage...

Desktop Support Engineer (Windows 10 to Windows 11 Migration)

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Role: Desktop Support Engineer (Windows 10 to Windows 11 Migration) Location: Santa Clara, Onsite (5 days a week) Duration: Short term, up to 3 months Job Description: We are seeking a highly...

IT Support Engineer II

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. Heres a secret: there's no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. Poshmark is looking for exceptional people who want to make a...

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Salary for Help Desk Analyst Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Analysts in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
Master's Degree
23.0%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
High School or GED
6.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Help Desk Analysts in San Jose, CA
2-4 years
36.5%
Less than 1 year
25.1%
1-2 years
23.2%
4-6 years
10.7%
None
3.2%
6-8 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.6%



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