L1 IT Support Engineer
Added 5 days ago
Position Summary
We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused L1 IT Support Engineer fluent in Arabic to serve as the first point of contact for all IT-related issues. The candidate will be stationed on-site at the client location, providing direct support to Arabic-speaking end users, engaging with both IT teams and business stakeholders, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and service requests while delivering excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
End-User Support
- Act as the first point of contact for IT support in person, via phone, email, chat, and ticketing system in Arabic and English.
- Stationed on-site at the client location, providing face-to-face and remote assistance — engaging directly with both IT teams and business stakeholders.
- Log, categorize, and prioritize incidents and service requests in the ITSM tool.
- Diagnose and resolve basic hardware, software, and network issues.
- Escalate unresolved or complex issues to L2/L3 teams with full documentation.
Application & CRM Support
- Provide day-to-day support for CRM applications used by business and IT teams.
- Must have a basic understanding of CRM concepts and how CRM systems function.
- Knowledge of banking domain and banking operations is a plus.
- Knowledge of how IT support processes work (incident management, escalation, SLAs) is a plus.
- Manage user accounts and password resets via the CRM application.
Network & Connectivity
- Assist users in identifying and differentiating between network-related issues (LAN, Wi-Fi) and application-level issues, and route accordingly.
- Troubleshoot basic connectivity issues and escalate to the relevant team if required.
Documentation
- Maintain accurate records of all incidents and resolutions in the ticketing system.
- Create and update knowledge base articles in both Arabic and English.
- Assist in IT asset management and inventory tracking.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education
- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications with equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.
Technical Skills
- Basic knowledge of Windows OS (10/11); macOS is a plus.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 suite.
- Understanding of Active Directory — user management, password resets.
- Experience with ITSM/ticketing tools — Jira Service Desk.
- Exposure to Oracle Fusion Sales & Service modules is a plus.
- Knowledge of business analysis concepts and requirements gathering is a plus.
Language & Communication
- Arabic fluency (spoken and written) is mandatory.
- Good command of English for documentation and team communication.
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Patient and professional when dealing with non-technical users.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
- Team player, punctual, and reliable for on-site attendance.
Preferred Certifications (Not Mandatory)
- Oracle Fusion CX Certification
- ECBA (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis) — IIBA