ASSOCIATE, IT SPECIALIST

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Chicago Office - Chicago, IL 60606Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/yearAbout Cresset Cresset is a firm built by clients, for clients. As an independent, award-winning multi-family office and private investment firm, we are reimagining the way wealth is experienced. Our purpose is to help ensure that both wealth and life are fully optimized*—integrated, intentional, and aligned with each client’s vision of success.     We provide access to the caliber of talent, ideas, and investment opportunities typically available to the largest single-family offices and institutions. Our approach is personalized, entrepreneurial, and client-first.    Proudly owned by our clients and employees, Cresset was built to endure. We are creating a 100+ year firm—one focused on delivering an exceptional experience, not only for the families we serve but for the team that serves them. Our commitment to clients has earned recognition by Barron’s and Forbes, listing us among the nation’s top RIA firms. Cresset is guided by long-term relationships, shared success, and a belief that wealth should serve a life well lived. Learn more at www.cressetcapital.com. Cresset is seeking an IT Specialist who report to the IT Director for the company.  The primary responsibilities of this role are to ensure the stability, integrity and efficient operation of the IT infrastructure at Cresset.    Primary Responsibilities: Provide technical services and support for Windows 2016 Domain, Hosted Exchange and O365 business applications Support Azure hosted cloud infrastructure Document maintenance for all computer systems and network infrastructure Maintain quality service by enforcing organization standards Evaluate and recommend IT technology Provide end user support within ticketing system resolving in a timely manner Adhere to established SLAS while investing and prioritizing tickets Assist in documentation of IT processes, procedures and systems Phone, A/V, user and system assistance, and support Employee onboarding, setup, and imaging On call as needed   QualificationsQualifications and Characteristics: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and/or equivalent experience Expert at using and supporting Microsoft Office products and other productivity applications Strong experience with TCP/IP; experience securing and supporting internet connected computers Strong knowledge of Internet protocols including DNS Strong knowledge of Microsoft Operating systems Excellent troubleshooting skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work on deadline and communicate effectively with management and end users   What We Offer: At Cresset, we focus on people first. As a service business, our people are our assets. Engaging our clients and employees is our highest priority. Starting base salary range: $80,000 - $90,000.  Salary will be based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, licenses/certifications, industry knowledge, and geographic location. Cresset offers a competitive compensation package including an annual incentive and a benefits package to all full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, health savings accounts, short and long-term disability insurance, voluntary critical and accident insurance, and pre-tax parking and transportation programs. *Wealth Optimized, Life Elevated refers to the firm’s philosophy and process in providing advisory and planning services and is not intended to convey a guarantee of results. **Disclosures related to awards, recognitions, and rankings available here.  Cresset refers to Cresset Capital Management, LLC and its respective direct and indirect subsidiaries and controlled affiliates. For full list of Cresset subsidiaries and controlled affiliates, please see cressetcapital.com/disclosures/.