IS Specialist

Become a member of a global community. The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our Mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us. As an IS Specialist you will manage the hardware and much of the software needs of your local branch and customer base. Your internal customers are a diverse mix of technical and non-technical individuals so you will develop your skills communicating with both areas. Your skills in developing tools and technical solutions will assist improve the branch's processes and productivity and you will have ownership of the purchase, inventory and set up of new systems and devices and will ensure that the network operates at consistently and efficiently. You are an integral member of the team that ensures the effective management of technology, systems and keeps us operating efficiently. Desired Technical Experience: Windows PC troubleshooting, maintenance, and deployment Printers/copiers Networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN), Including warehouse RF setup and configuration Windows Server Administration (including AD and Group policies) Linux Server Administration (fundamentals) Virtualization Remote administration Mobile devices (iOS/Android) Cybersecurity Responsibilities Include: Server room maintenance and administration (including backups) Automation & Innovation (including PowerShell) Procurement, Asset management, and Inventory Audio/visual equipment maintenance and troubleshooting Telecom administration and maintenance Administration of Expeditors Proprietary Applications Administration of 3rd Party Systems Capacity utilization and planning Helpdesk administration Training Disaster recovery & high availability Cybersecurity Education and Experience: Preferred Bachelor's Degree IT Certifications considered a plus: CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, VMware, Linux, Preferred IT helpdesk background Expeditors offers excellent benefits: Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time Health Plan: Medical Life Insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development Program Growth opportunities within the company Employee Referral Program Bonus