Alcala Consulting is a long-established IT support and cybersecurity firm serving clients across Southern California. We’re looking for a Level 1 Technology Support Specialist who enjoys helping people, takes ownership of their work, follows proven processes, and wants to build a long-term home with a stable, growing MSP.
If you like solving problems, talking to clients, keeping systems running smoothly, and being part of a team that values professionalism, reliability, and clear communication, you’ll fit right in.
This role is ideal for someone who wants a steady career in IT support—not someone looking to “use this job as a launchpad into DevOps or cybersecurity within a year.” We invest in people who want to grow inside the MSP world and provide long-term value to our clients.
You’ll be responsible for keeping our clients productive by supporting their desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and small office systems across Windows, macOS, and occasional Linux environments.
You will:
• Answer and document support requests through our ticketing system
• Troubleshoot Level 1 issues across Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Close 10 to 15 tickets per day
• Provide friendly, clear communication to clients of all technical backgrounds
• Set up, configure, and maintain workstations, printers, and peripherals
• Perform updates, upgrades, and basic system maintenance
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding tasks
• Follow step-by-step procedures and escalate when needed
• Participate in an on-call rotation
• Travel to client sites when necessary (mileage reimbursed)
• Keep accurate notes, documentation, and inventory records
You’ll work closely with our senior technicians and have clear processes to follow, so you’re never guessing or alone.
We hire based on three things: attitude, communication, and follow-through. Technical skills can be trained. Work ethic cannot.
The right person:
• Is personable, patient, and communicates clearly
• Completes tasks fully—no excuses, no loose ends
• Manages their time well and keeps clients informed
• Stays calm under pressure and handles difficult situations professionally
• Follows established procedures and respects escalation paths
• Learns steadily without needing to chase cloud, DevOps, or security specialties
• Wants a stable, long-term role in technical support
• Enjoys troubleshooting and helping people
If you are the type of person who takes pride in doing things correctly and consistently, this is your environment.
This is where we repel the bad fits on purpose.
Do not apply if:
• You’re looking for a springboard into DevOps, cloud engineering, or cybersecurity analyst roles
• You need constant novelty or dislike structure
• You prefer working alone without client interaction
• You struggle with documentation or staying organized
• You want to rewrite processes instead of follow them
• You’re uncomfortable with on-call rotations
• You’re not planning to stay at least 2–3 years
We invest heavily in training, so we only hire people who want to grow with us.
• Stable, established MSP with a 27-year track record
• Supportive team environment—not cutthroat, not chaotic
• Training and growth within the MSP skill set
• Exposure to a variety of industries and real-world systems
• A place where reliability and professionalism are valued
• Clear processes, clear expectations, and no drama
Our best people stay because they enjoy the work, the clients, the team, and the culture.
If that sounds like you, we’d like to meet you.
Requirements
• 1–3 years of technical support experience
• Experience supporting Windows and macOS (Linux basics a plus)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and basic administration
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, IP addressing)
• Ability to diagnose common hardware and software issues
• Strong customer service skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and travel to client sites
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Able to type at least 40 WPM
• CompTIA A+, Network+, or equivalent
• Experience using a helpdesk/ticketing system
• Comfort with Active Directory user management
• Exposure to supporting printers, scanners, and office hardware
Benefits
Paid time off, 401K match, paid group medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
At Alcala Consulting, we help our clients run their IT and cybersecurity programs to achieve greater employee productivity and a superior level of protection against cyber-attacks. Our core principles are positive thinking, respect, honesty, extreme ownership, and continuous improvement. We foster an environment for professional growth and advancement.
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