IT Support Specialist

Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. Our novel wafer-scale architecture provides the AI compute power of dozens of GPUs on a single chip, with the programming simplicity of a single device. This approach allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds and empowers machine learning users to effortlessly run large-scale ML applications, without the hassle of managing hundreds of GPUs or TPUs.

Cerebras current customers include global corporations across multiple industries, national labs, and top-tier healthcare systems. In January, we announced a multi-year, multi-million-dollar partnership with Mayo Clinic, underscoring our commitment to transforming AI applications across various fields. In August, we launched Cerebras Inference, the fastest Generative AI inference solution in the world, over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services.

We are looking for a customer-oriented IT Support Specialist to join our growing IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive technical support to our staff, resolving hardware and software issues promptly, and ensuring the smooth operation of our technology infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both Mac and PC environments (some Linux), excellent troubleshooting skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional IT service.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Provide first-level technical support for end users via phone, email, Atlassian Service Desk/Jira, Slack, and in-person.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Mac and PC laptops, desktops, peripherals, and mobile devices.
• Diagnose and solve software problems across various applications including Microsoft Office 365 suite.
• Support remote workers by configuring and troubleshooting VPN connections.
• Maintain and troubleshoot network connectivity issues including Cisco Meraki network devices.
• Respond to and manage support requests through Slack channels and direct messages.
• Review service dashboards as first level triage and handle appropriate escalation of issues.

Employee Onboarding and Offboarding

• Lead and manage the comprehensive IT onboarding process for all new employees.
• Collaborate with HR and Recruiting teams to develop and maintain a first-class onboarding experience.
• Prepare and configure hardware (laptops, phones, peripherals) for new employees.
• Create and set up necessary accounts across all systems and platforms.
• Conduct IT orientation sessions for new employees.
• Document and optimize the IT onboarding workflow to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Process offboarding for departing employees, ensuring proper data security protocols are followed.
• Maintain detailed inventory of IT assets assigned to employees.

User Account Management

• Collect and securely store SSH keys for appropriate staff members.
• Configure and maintain VPN access for remote workers.
• Administer user accounts in Active Directory and Microsoft 365 environment.
• Manage user access to Atlassian products, GitHub repositories, and Dropbox shared folders.
• Ensure proper access levels and permissions across all platforms.

Microsoft 365 Administration

• Manage Microsoft 365 tenant including user creation, licensing, and permissions.
• Configure and troubleshoot email accounts, distribution lists, and shared mailboxes.
• Provide support for Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and other Microsoft 365 applications.
• Assist with Microsoft 365 security configurations and compliance requirements.

Conference Room Management

• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot video conferencing equipment.
• Ensure conference rooms are properly updated and functioning for meetings.
• Provide user training on conference room technology.
• Perform regular maintenance checks on conference room systems.

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Create and maintain documentation for IT processes, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Track all support requests through Atlassian Service Desk/Jira ticketing system.
• Manage and organize IT knowledge base in Atlassian Confluence.
• Create and update Jira tickets to track issues, tasks, and projects.
• Analyze recurring issues and recommend solutions to prevent future occurrences.
• Participate in IT projects and initiatives to improve infrastructure and user experience.

Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in an IT support or helpdesk role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting both Mac and Windows environments.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with network protocols and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Understanding of VPN setup and maintenance.
• Experience with SSH key management and secure access protocols.
• Knowledge of Active Directory and user account management.
• Experience with Cisco Meraki network equipment configuration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Atlassian tools (Jira, Service Desk, Confluence).
• Experience with GitHub repository management and user access.
• Familiarity with Dropbox administration and sharing permissions.
• Experience using Slack for team communication and support.
• Ability to monitor and interpret service dashboards for system health.
• Familiarity with IT security best practices.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools:
• PowerShell for Windows automation.
• Python for scripting and automation.
• Terraform for infrastructure as code.
• Ansible for configuration management.
• Go programming language.
• Experience with monitoring tools and service dashboards.
• Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines.

Soft Skills

• Excellent customer service attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
• Clear communication abilities with both technical and non-technical users.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently when needed.

Certifications (Preferred)

• CompTIA A+ Certification.
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate.
• Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP).
• ITIL Foundation Certification.
• Cisco Meraki Network Associate Certification.
• Atlassian Certified in Jira Service Management.

Office Location: Toronto, ON.

This role is primarily in-office, with an expectation of five days per week onsite.

Limited hybrid flexibility may be considered based on team needs and performance.

Please note that fully remote work is not an option.

Why Join Cerebras

People who are serious about software make their own hardware. At Cerebras we have built a breakthrough architecture that is unlocking new opportunities for the AI industry. With dozens of model releases and rapid growth, we've reached an inflection point in our business. Members of our team tell us there are five main reasons they joined Cerebras:

1. Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.
2. Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research.
3. Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.
4. Enjoy job stability with startup vitality.
5. Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.

Read our blog:Five Reasons to Join Cerebras in 2025.

Cerebras Systems is committed to creating an equal and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe inclusive teams build better products and companies. We try every day to build a work environment that empowers people to do their best work through continuous learning, growth and support of those around them.

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