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Service Desk Manager

Service Desk Manager

ICE ConsultingMilpitas, CA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Who We Are

We are a privately owned, leading Managed IT Services provider. Since 1996, we’ve specialized in delivering full-scale IT support, including Network & Security, UNIX / Linux & Windows Engineering, System & Database Administration, Help Desk Support, VoIP Support, and complete IT infrastructure management. Our small to mid-sized enterprises—depend on us for secure, efficient, and scalable technology solutions.

We are currently seeking a hands-on, strategic, and people-centered IT Service Delivery Manager / User Support Team Manager to elevate our support services, manage global delivery teams, and help us maintain our position as a trusted leader in the MSP space.

Job Summary

We are seeking a results-driven and strategic IT Service Delivery Manager to lead global service operations within a fast-paced Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment. This role is responsible for managing onsite user support engineers, overseeing a Help Desk team in Asia, ensuring high-quality service delivery, driving client onboarding and offboarding, supporting pre-sales efforts, and leading Quality Assurance (QA) across all client interactions. The role also involves close collaboration with Project Managers to ensure peer-reviewed client communications and smart resource allocation across support teams. The ideal candidate is technically sound, people-focused, and process-driven with a strong command of ITIL-aligned practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Service Delivery Management

  • Own end-to-end service delivery for assigned clients, ensuring SLA compliance, operational performance, and customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinate across Help Desk, onsite, systems, and network teams to ensure seamless support delivery.
  • Serve as the escalation point for service-impacting issues, leading timely resolution and transparent communication.
  • Conduct service reviews with clients and leadership, presenting KPIs, trends, and continuous improvement plans.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure peer-reviewed user communication before external release.
  • Assist clients with gathering evidence and documentation for compliance and audit readiness (SOC 2, HIPAA, HITRUST, FDA, etc.).

2. Global Support & Resource Management

  • Lead and manage a distributed team : U.S.-based onsite support engineers and an Asia-based Help Desk team providing 24 / 7 coverage.
  • Provide resource allocation planning for the Help Desk and user support engineers based on ticket volume, project load, and client urgency.
  • Monitor ticket queues, shift coverage, and workload distribution, ensuring operational balance and responsiveness.
  • Conduct performance check-ins, coaching sessions, and training to foster team development and accountability.
  • 3. Onboarding & Offboarding of Clients

  • Own the end-to-end onboarding lifecycle : IT discovery, documentation, user / device provisioning, and communication plans.
  • Manage secure and smooth offboarding processes including deprovisioning, asset recovery, and knowledge handover.
  • Partner with engineering and project teams to ensure all onboarding / offboarding activities are documented, timely, and aligned with client expectations.
  • 4. Compliance & Audit Support

  • Assist clients in gathering documentation for audits and internal / external compliance assessments.
  • Provide operational guidance for regulatory standards such as SOC 2, HIPAA, HITRUST, and FDA.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and client contacts to deliver required compliance artifacts within the deadline.
  • Ensure service delivery SOPs and communication practices align with regulatory expectations.
  • 5. Quality Assurance & Process Improvement

  • Conduct QA audits on service tickets (user support, systems, and network), ensuring quality, resolution accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
  • Review Zoom / phone support interactions for tone, technical clarity, and alignment with service standards.
  • Enforce the consistent use of ticket templates and knowledge base updates to improve team efficiency and external communication.
  • Track team performance using KPIs, CSAT, and SLA metrics to inform training, coaching, and resource adjustments.
  • 6. ITIL & Governance

  • Apply ITIL practices across incidents, request, change, and problem management processes.
  • Use ITSM platforms (e.g., ConnectWise, ) to enforce ticketing standards, document trends, and process governance.
  • Requirements

    Additional Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of Tier II end-user support experience, with 3+ years in a managerial role
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related field
  • Proven ability to build and lead cohesive support teams in a fast-paced MSP environment
  • Hands-on expertise supporting Windows (7–11), macOS, mobile devices, and cloud platforms (O365, Gmail)
  • Experience enrolling and managing Windows devices using Microsoft Intune , Google Workspace, VMware Workspace ONE , and JAMF for macOS
  • Experience with MDM and endpoint security tools (Workspace ONE, Maas360, Symantec, ESET)
  • Familiarity with SSO / MFA platforms (Okta, OneLogin), VoIP (RingCentral, Vonage), GPOs, and Backup Exec
  • Strong documentation skills, and the ability to produce clear SOPs, user guides, and internal KBs
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Holidays)
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Retirement Plan Options (401k, IRA)
  • Work-from-home flexibility
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Free snacks, wellness support, and team lunches
  • ICE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a high-performing, diverse workforce. All new hires are required to complete a background check and drug screening as part of our onboarding process.

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