Service Desk Analyst (Level 1/2 – Citrix Focus) – 3 Month Contract
Location: Calgary
Engagement Details
- Term: Initial 3 month contract with strong possibility of extension
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
- Work Environment: Fully onsite
- Interview Process:
- Initial screening with hiring manager
- Technical interview with emphasis on troubleshooting and Citrix support
Additional Information
- On-Call: No formal on-call rotation; limited occasional after-hours support may be required
- Travel: Minimal and local, if needed
- Team Structure: Information Systems team, reporting to a Team Lead
- Benefits: Not included
Overview
We are seeking a Service Desk Analyst (Level 1/2) to provide frontline technical support to end users across corporate and field-based environments. This role places a strong emphasis on supporting Citrix virtual desktop technologies and requires a hands-on approach to incident resolution, access support, and day-to-day end-user computing needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining productivity and ensuring reliable, secure access to systems and applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Level 1/2 service desk support for incidents, service requests, and tickets
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Citrix Virtual Apps and Virtual Desktops
- Support Windows operating systems, Microsoft 365, laptops/desktops, and remote access solutions (VPN)
- Assist with user onboarding and offboarding, including account creation, permissions, and hardware setup
- Identify and resolve basic network and connectivity issues
- Escalate complex or unresolved issues to infrastructure or Level 3 support teams
- Provide support to field users, including remote connectivity troubleshooting
- Maintain clear documentation and contribute to the internal knowledge base
- Assist with routine system updates, patching, and maintenance activities
Required Experience
- 3 to 6 years of experience in service desk, help desk, or end-user support roles
- Demonstrated hands-on experience supporting Citrix environments
- Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows OS, Microsoft 365, and endpoint devices
- Experience supporting users in enterprise or multi-site environments is preferred
Must-Have Skills
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Virtual Desktops support
- Experience with service desk and ticketing systems
- Windows OS and Microsoft 365 support
- Basic networking knowledge (VPN, connectivity, IP fundamentals)
- Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure
- Basic knowledge of VMware environments
- Familiarity with backup solutions or endpoint security tools
- Experience supporting field-based or industrial users