IT Help Desk Technician

Computer Production Technician Location: Vista, California (On-site, US Site Team) Employment Type: Hourly, Full-Time About Protectli Protectli designs, builds, and supports small form factor computers and network appliances trusted by customers worldwide. At our US site, we assemble and ship products with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Our team values collaboration, adaptability, and attention to detail in a hands-on environment. Role Overview We are seeking a Computer Production Technician to join our US site team. This role is primarily focused on assembling, testing, and shipping Protectli products while supporting day-to-day operations. While production is the main responsibility, candidates with customer service, technical support, or sales experience may have opportunities to assist with customer inquiries or troubleshooting as business needs arise. Protectli values team members who bring a variety of skills and interests, and growth opportunities are available based on performance and fit. This role reports directly to the US Site Operations Manager or Production Technician Lead. Key Responsibilities Assemble, test, and troubleshoot Protectli computers and network appliances. Follow established procedures for production, shipping, and returns. Maintain accurate records of builds, shipments, and inventory transactions. Ensure quality control and escalate issues when needed. Support cross-functional site operations, adapting to changing priorities. Contribute to a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Participate in problem-solving and suggest improvements to processes. Support customer inquiries (sales or support) as needed, with training provided. Adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining high quality standards. Requirements Strong attention to detail; ability to follow procedural steps precisely. Basic knowledge of computer hardware (RAM, CPU, storage, networking, etc.). Basic computer skills (Google Workspace, MS Office, or similar). Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Detail-oriented, adaptable, and willing to learn new skills. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and stand for extended periods. Authorized to work in the United States. Availability to work on site in Vista, California Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Flexibility to work overtime hours or off-hours as needed with proper compensation. Preferred Qualities Prior experience in electronics assembly, production, or logistics. Experience in customer service, sales, or technical support. Ability to explain technical concepts in simple terms. Interest in IT, networking, or open-source systems. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Compensation & Benefits Hourly pay commensurate with experience between $20 - $25 per hour. Growth potential within the US site team (e.g., lead, combined roles, or specialized functions depending on fit and company needs). Eligible for full-time benefits package upon meeting employment requirements: Paid holidays and sick time Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match Opportunity to convert to salary and receive paid vacation Company perks including: Company-sponsored lunches 3 days per week Education & professional development reimbursement programs Sabbatical program after 5 years of continuous full time employment Why Join Protectli? As a Production Technician, you’ll gain hands-on experience with computer hardware while also having the chance to develop customer-facing skills. Whether your strengths are technical, organizational, or interpersonal, Protectli offers opportunities to grow with a company that values initiative and versatility.

Ensure consistent, reliable, and efficient IT delivery service within a technical domain Ensure consistent, high-quality service and drive continuous improvement through standardizing management practices, measuring team efficiency, and fostering ongoing team development Act as the primary point of contact for leadership regarding performance of IT service delivery quality within a technical domain in design, transition, deployment, and operational support Oversee the end-to-end delivery of IT service quality within the Desktop User Experience domain Monitor, manage, enhance and report on IT service performance against agreed SLAs, and KPIs Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team Ensure the team has the necessary skills and resources to deliver excellent service Oversee the resolution of major incidents and problems impacting service delivery Coordinate internal IT teams to drive root cause analysis, After Action reports, and remediation solutions Understand, evangelize, and enforce service delivery lifecycle principles envisioning, design, plan, stabilize and deploy phases Collaborate with the Change Management team to ensure changes to IT services are implemented in the most effective and efficient manner, and with minimal disruption to the business Identify opportunities for service improvement and drive initiatives to enhance service quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness Provide regular reports on IT service performance to senior management and business stakeholders Manage relationships with key IT vendors, ensuring they deliver services according to agreed contracts and SLAs Contribute to the development and management of the IT service delivery budget. Track and control service delivery costs Be aware of the financial health of assigned projects, including budget management, forecasting, and variance analysis Oversee and actively participate in operations maintenance and sustainment activities Optimize the allocation and utilization of operational resources, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs Other duties as assigned Requirements Education/Training:  Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required Master’s Degree preferred Must have, or obtain within 6 months of start date, current DoD 8570 or 8410 compliant certifications (i.e. Security+) ITIL v4 Foundation Certification preferred PMP, or PMI certification preferred AWS Cloud Practitioner or Azure Fundamentals (AZ 900) preferred Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in the required task area  5+ years of professional experience as an IT Service Delivery Manager or similar role 1+ years of professional experience working in a management or leadership role Experience, knowledge of, or exposure to delivering and/or managing IT Service Delivery within several large and complex organizations across government and commercial environments In-depth understanding of ITIL framework and best practices, including incident management, problem management, change management, and service release management Experience with service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, BMC Remedy) Experience with and exposure to technology services within the Service Infrastructure domain, to include: o  Linux and Windows Servers o  Server Virtualization o  Cloud Infrastructure o  Storage Infrastructure o  DevOps and Automation o  Management and Orchestration Tooling o  Identity, Credentials, and Access Management Security: Must be a US citizen Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI Candidates with active current TS/SCI preferred Physical Requirements: Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.) Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Salary: $150,000.00 - 180,000.00 Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.

Qualification & Testing Technician Location: HQ — Vista, California (On Site) Employment Type: Hourly, Full-Time About Protectli Protectli designs, builds, and supports small form factor computers and network appliances trusted by customers worldwide. At our sites, we assemble and ship products with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. The team at headquarters is in charge of the design and testing of our products and provides support to our sites in the US, Canada, and EU. Our team values collaboration, adaptability, and attention to detail in a hands-on environment. Role Overview We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Computer Qualification & Testing Technician to join the HQ team. In this role you will be responsible for executing and documenting qualification tests (hardware + software) that measure our products’ performance, reliability, and compatibility, and to verify that they meet the required standards. You’ll work closely with the Product Development and Software & Systems teams to identify issues early and help maintain our product quality and stability. Key Responsibilities Plan, set up, execute, and document hardware qualification tests for devices such as mini-PCs, RAM modules, SSDs, etc. Perform software/firmware compatibility, performance, and stress testing (boot-up, OS installation, firmware upgrades, driver compatibility, etc.) Maintain and follow detailed test procedures; ensure all steps are reproducible and traceable. Log all test results, failures, anomalies; determine root causes when possible. Use diagnostic tools, measurement equipment, and test benches to gather data. Work with Product Development and Software & Systems teams to reproduce issues, verify fixes, and update test suites accordingly. Maintain test hardware, OS images, and software tools, ensuring they are properly versioned. Assist with improving and optimizing test processes, tools, and documentation; suggest enhancements. Participate in design reviews or new product qualification phases. Assist in defining test requirements and criteria with cross-functional teams. Ensure test environment safety, integrity, and cleanliness; manage hardware lifecycle (aging, wear-out, etc.). Requirements Very strong attention to detail; ability to follow and write procedural steps precisely. Solid understanding of computer hardware: mini-PCs, RAM, SSDs, motherboards, storage, etc. Basic computer skills (Google Workspace, MS Office, or similar). Experience with software/firmware: OS installation/setup, firmware flashing/upgrading, driver issues. Ability to do basic troubleshooting when needed and escalate appropriately. Good documentation skills: maintain and update test plans, writing clear reports, logging defects. Experience using test & measurement tools (multimeters, chip flashing tools, perhaps oscilloscopes, or other diagnostic tools is a plus). Ability to manage multiple test setups simultaneously, maintaining consistency. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and stand for extended periods. Authorized to work in the U.S. Availability to work on site in Vista, California Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Flexibility to work overtime hours or off-hours as needed with proper compensation. Preferred Qualities Prior experience in hardware qualification, reliability testing, or QA in a similar product domain. Familiarity with version control of firmware/software. Experience with automated testing and/or scripting. Knowledge of standard testing tools for SSDs, RAM, thermal/voltage stress, etc. Background in cross-platform OSes (e.g. different Linux distros, Windows) and firmware/BIOS navigation and configurations. Interest in IT, networking, or open-source systems. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Compensation & Benefits Hourly pay commensurate with experience between $20 - $35 per hour. Opportunities for professional growth: working with multiple teams, exposure to product design, possibly moving into senior test/qualification roles. Eligible for full-time benefits package upon meeting employment requirements: Paid holidays and sick time Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match Opportunity to convert to salary and receive paid vacation Company perks including: Company-sponsored lunches 3 days per week Education & professional development reimbursement programs Sabbatical program after 5 years of continuous full time employment Why Join Protectli? This role is critical in Protectli’s mission to deliver reliable, high-quality hardware. Qualification & testing help catch and fix issues before customers see them, reduce returns, ensure firmware and OS compatibility, and build confidence in our products. If you take pride in precision, enjoy figuring out how things break (or could), and want to contribute to both hardware and software sides of product quality, this is the place for you.

Oversee end-to-end delivery and operational performance of application services supporting DoD missions Coordinate cross functional teams (App Dev, DB, Platform, Cyber, Network, Field Ops, Vendors) to deliver reliable, secure, and cost-effective services Establish the service vision, charter, and roadmap aligned to agency objectives and portfolio priorities Lead Service Governance (CAB/CCB/ARB participation) to balance velocity, reliability, and security; maintain decision records and traceability Define and maintain service policies, operating level agreements (OLAs), underpinning contracts (UCs), and escalation matrices Own the Service Catalog entries for application services (definitions, owners, SLAs/SLOs, dependencies, support model, runbooks) Coordinate readiness for new or changed services (support model, staffing, monitoring/alerting, KPIs, DR/backup, ATO artifacts, handover) Forecast demand and plan capacity (computer, storage, licenses, staff) to meet growth and seasonal mission loads Manage budgets, cost to serve, and chargeback/show back; deliver monthly variance analyses and optimization recommendations Chair/drive change quality: pre implementation reviews, maintenance windows, freeze periods, and rollback validation Ensure releases meet readiness gates (approvals, testing, monitoring, comms) and verify post change health Own P1/P2 Major Incident bridges, communications, and stakeholder updates through resolution Ensure first response quality (MTTA), restoration (MTTR), user experience impact tracking, and formal post incident reviews Drive RCA with durable corrective actions; track aging and effectiveness checks Manage availability targets, error budgets, technical debt, and resiliency patterns (graceful degradation, retries, circuit breakers) Maintain service continuity, DR plans, and evidence of periodic tests (RTO/RPO attainment) Align service operations to DoD RMF, NIST SP 800 53/37, and DISA STIGs; steward POA&M items to closure Support ATO/cATO sustainment (control inheritance, artifacts, evidence collection) and apply Zero Trust operating principles Ensure data handling, identity/access, and audit logging meet policy; coordinate with Cyber/Blue Team on detections and after-action improvements Manage third party performance to underpin SLAs; negotiate improvements or remediation plans Validate vendor runbooks, maintenance notifications, and participation in incidents/RCAs Provide daily/weekly/monthly performance reporting (availability, SLO attainment, MTTA/MTTR, change success rate, incident induced change rate, ticket backlog aging, CSAT/NPS) Run MBRs/QBRs with stakeholders; publish dashboards and executive summaries with trend analysis and actions Lead a matrixed team of controllers/analysts/engineers; set objectives, staffing plans, training paths, and on call rotations Maintain runbooks, playbooks, KEDB, service standards, and knowledge articles; drive cross training and succession depth Other duties as assigned Requirements Education/Training:  Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required Master’s Degree preferred Must have, or obtain within 6 months of start date, current DoD 8570 or 8410 compliant certifications (i.e. Security+) ITIL v4 Foundation Certification preferred Relevant Technical Certifications (Azure Administrator Associate, AWS, etc.) preferred Experience: 12+ years of professional experience in the required task area  5+ years of professional experience as an IT Service Delivery Manager or similar role 1+ years of professional experience working in a management or leadership role Experience, knowledge of, or exposure to delivering and/or managing IT Service Delivery within several large and complex organizations across government and commercial environments In-depth understanding of ITIL framework and best practices, including incident management, problem management, change management, and service release management Proven ability to manage budgets, vendor contracts, and executive reporting Familiarity with application architectures (web tiers, APIs, microservices/containers), observability concepts (APM, logs/metrics/traces), and security controls in IL4/5/6 environments Security: Must be a US citizen Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI Candidates with active current TS/SCI preferred Physical Requirements: Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.) Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Salary: $150,000.00 - 180,000.00 Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.

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Ensure consistent, reliable, and efficient cybersecurity service delivery within a technical domain Ensure high-quality service and drive continuous improvement through standardized management practices, measuring team efficiency, and fostering ongoing team development Act as the primary point of contact for leadership regarding the performance of IT and cybersecurity service delivery in design, transition, deployment, and operational support Demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal, and management skills along with a solid understanding of technology services within the Desktop User Experience technical domain Oversee the end-to-end delivery of IT service quality within the Desktop User Experience domain Monitor, manage, enhance and report on IT service performance against agreed SLAs, and KPIs Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team. Ensure the team has the necessary skills and resources to deliver excellent service Oversee the resolution of major incidents and problems impacting service delivery Coordinate internal IT teams to drive root cause analysis, After Action reports, and remediation solutions Understand, evangelize, and enforce service delivery lifecycle principles envisioning, design, plan, stabilize and deploy phases Collaborate with the Change Management team to ensure changes to IT services are implemented in the most effective and efficient manner, and with minimal disruption to the business Identify opportunities for service improvement and drive initiatives to enhance service quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness Provide regular reports on IT service performance to senior management and business stakeholders Manage relationships with key IT vendors, ensuring they deliver services according to agreed contracts and SLAs Contribute to the development and management of the IT service delivery budget. Track and control service delivery costs Maintain awareness of the financial health of assigned projects, including budget management, forecasting, and variance analysis Oversee and actively participate in operations maintenance and sustainment activities Optimize the allocation and utilization of operational resources, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs Other duties as assigned Requirements Education/Training:  Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required Master’s Degree preferred Must have, or obtain within 6 months of start date, current DoD 8570 or 8410 compliant certifications (i.e. Security+) ITIL v4 Foundation Certification preferred Relevant Technical Certifications (Azure Administrator Associate, AWS, etc.) preferred Experience: 12+ years of professional experience in the required task area  5+ years of professional experience as an IT Service Delivery Manager or similar role 1+ years of professional experience working in a management or leadership role Experience, knowledge of, or exposure to delivering and/or managing IT Service Delivery within several large and complex organizations across government and commercial environments In-depth understanding of ITIL framework and best practices, including incident management, problem management, change management, and service release management Experience with service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, BMC Remedy) Working knowledge and understanding of the following technical areas: Microsoft 365 (M365) Email and Collaboration Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD Windows Client Operating Systems Desktop Management Client-side Application Management Mobile Device Management (MDM File & Print Services Security: Must be a US citizen Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI Candidates with active current TS/SCI preferred Physical Requirements: Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.) Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Salary: $150,000.00 - 180,000.00 Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.