IT Service Specialist

Requisition Number: 158452

Position Title: Contingent

External Description:

Please note that this is a 6-month contract position.

We are EA

We entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. But making games is hard work. That’s why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.

The Challenge Ahead:

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Site IT, the IT Service specialist will provide second line support for all staff based at Guildford and remote support for several EA offices. You will resolve support requests while meeting customer satisfaction targets. IT Support staff work in a dynamic environment, which provides services over the phone, through e-mail, in person and through self-service.

What an IT Support Specialist does at EA:

• Resolve software and hardware incidents, Windows and MacOS running a range of software applications.
• Assist any user with any reported IT incident.
• Perform problem analysis to implement temporary or permanent fixes to restore service to the customer as soon as possible; escalating incidents to other support teams where necessary.
• Record, update and document requests using the IT Service desk system.
• Install and configure new IT equipment.
• Maintain effective communication with all colleagues in the organization.
• Publish relevant support documentation to aide in the quick resolution of future incidents and allow users to become self-sufficient.

The next great EA IT Support Specialist also needs:

Qualifications:

• Good general level of education – A-levels or equivalent with GCSE grades A-C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics.
• Relevant vocational qualifications: MCP, MCSE, ITIL or similar – desirable.

Experience:

• Experience working in an IT Support role
• Experience in IT Support in a related industry (Entertainment/Gaming) – desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows 8/10 and MacOS and software packages including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of relevant technologies such as JAMF PRO, SCCM, MDT, WSUS – desirable.
• Understand networking technology and principles – desirable.

We appreciate the work contractors provide, so here at EA we like to offer you great facilities while you are working onsite including:

• Free onsite gym
• Two annual parties (Summer and Christmas)
• Onsite cafe
• Our very own barista
• Games Area

We thought you might also want to know more about our location:

• https://www.ea.com/careers/careers-overview/guildford

Take your career to the next level – apply today!

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Company Profile:

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 62

Can this position be remote?:

EEO Employer Verbiage:

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.