IT & Automation Specialist
Location : Melville, NY
Company Overview
Big Think Capital, the #1 online alternative financing marketplace, is expanding our technology team! Were looking for an IT & Automation Specialist who is passionate about technology, system reliability, and automation-driven efficiency. This role blends traditional IT responsibilities with exposure to automation tools and system integrations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable troubleshooting both hardware / software issues and automation workflows that power the companys operations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- Respond to first-level help desk support tickets by performing troubleshooting and analysis on hardware, software, and network systems.
- Set up and maintain desktop and laptop computers, including peripherals, printers, and mobile devices.
- Maintain and track IT inventory, ensuring all devices and software licenses are properly documented.
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding users, including account creation, device setup, and permissions management.
- Support ongoing technology projects such as new software installations, system updates, and hardware decommissioning.
- Collaborate with the Lead Automation Engineer to identify and implement automation opportunities that improve IT workflows and operational efficiency.
- Assist in building, testing, and maintaining automations across platforms such as Salesforce, Outlook, and internal tools (experience with n8n, Zapier, or similar tools is a plus).
- Troubleshoot and debug automation workflows to ensure reliability and data accuracy.
- Generate and maintain IT documentation for processes and procedures.
- Respond promptly to business-critical IT or automation-related issues.
Qualifications :
1+ year of IT support or technical experience.Strong interest in automation and systems integration.Familiarity with or willingness to learn automation platforms (n8n, Zapier, Make, or Salesforce Flows).Experience with help desk ticketing systems and IT asset management.Ability to multi-task, follow technical documentation, and adapt under pressure.Clear and professional communication skills (verbal and written).High school diploma or equivalent required.Preferred :
2+ years of IT or automation experience.Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent certifications.Experience with APIs, webhooks, or cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP).Knowledge of network devices such as firewalls, routers, and switches.Benefits :
Flexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid vacation and holidays401K planOpportunity to grow and advance in both IT and automation domainsA collaborative work environment that makes you want to come to workJob Type : Full-time
Salary : $60,000.00 $70,000.00 + Bonus per year (based on experience)