Senior IT Support Specialist Jobs in Michigan
Senior IT Support Specialist jobs in Michigan are concentrated in automotive technology, healthcare systems, financial services, and higher education, with hiring activity strongest in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor. Major employers with lasting Michigan roots include Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford Health, and Consumers Energy, all of which maintain sizable internal IT departments. The most in-demand specialties are endpoint management, enterprise ticketing systems, and IT infrastructure support tied to hybrid work environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
An IT Support Specialist III is a senior technical support professional who handles complex end?user issues, advanced troubleshooting, and operational support for systems and applications. This role typically works with minimal supervision, serves as an escalation point for lower?tier support teams, and may lead small projects or initiatives to improve IT service delivery.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Provide advanced technical support for hardware, standardized and proprietary software, telephones, mobile devices, VPN, printers, telephony, and network connectivity.
- Configure, deploy, and maintain Windows 11 desktop and laptop computers in an enterprise environment.
- Coordinate, troubleshoot and resolve incoming tickets, phone call and walk-up requests.
- Act as an escalation point for Tier I and Tier II support teams; resolve complex or high?impact incidents.
- Ensures priority support to senior leadership, including deadline driven or after-hours support as needed.
- Utilizes technical expertise and applicable company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
- Uses the IT Service Desk electronic ticketing system according to department procedures for the opening, closing, resolution, escalation, and tracking of user requests.
- Monitor queue regularly and dispense tickets to the applicable department or resource.
- Resolve 70% - 80% of all assigned tickets, and coordinates escalation to the appropriate Information Technology staff and/or vendor(s) for those requests that fall outside scope of assigned role.
- Manage user accounts, shared resources, and group memberships.
- May support multiple segments within the organization and builds on technical knowledge in those sectors.
- May provide access and connectivity support to external customers as needed.
- Notify leadership of any changes within site that may cause a change in volume, escalation, major outage, server issue, major move, and/or staffing issue.
- Supports and maintains open, professional, and effective relationships with leadership, user community, and peers.
- Onsite resource for other departments within IT, and assists with team maintenance and deployment efforts, including occasional after-hours support.
- Document troubleshooting steps, technical procedures, and knowledge base articles.
- Configure, deploy, upgrade, wipe, and repurpose mobile devices to established procedures.
- Maintains site IT desktop hardware and peripherals, including procurement, recycling, or destruction per department process.
- May contribute to IT projects such as upgrades, migrations, or new technology rollouts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
- None
Experience and Skills:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Required:
- Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
- Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
- Communicate and interact effectively with peers, leadership, and end users, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
- Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purpose.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to the job.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a deadline-driven, security centric environment.
- Self-starter with the demonstrated ability to learn/adapt to new technologies and techniques.
- Passionate for delivering excellence in customer service within a collaborative team environment.
Preferred:
- N/A
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required:
- Requires a Bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of related experience; or applicable certifications with a minimum of 4 years of related experience.
- Proven hardware and software experience, including Microsoft Windows 11, Office 365, Adobe products, VPN, Smartphone, as well as other out-of-the box, and proprietary software, and MFP's/printers.
- Networking experience, including wired and wireless troubleshooting and basic VPN connectivity issues.
- Current CompTIA A+ or Security+ certification, and/or ITLv4 preferred.
Preferred:
- N/A
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Office and open cubical environment.
- Ability to sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones).
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with General Safety Training guidelines.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 0-10% - May be required between locations.
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.
A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES.
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Job Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
- Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
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The qualifications that appear most often in senior IT support specialist jobs across Michigan.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Five or more years of hands-on IT support experience in an enterprise or large-organization environment
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft certifications recognized by Michigan employers as standard credentials
- Proven experience supporting Windows and Microsoft 365 environments across large user bases
- Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, networking, and Active Directory administration
- Experience mentoring junior technicians and leading escalated support cases to resolution
Senior IT Support Specialist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior it support specialist in Michigan?
Most Michigan employers expect a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, typically starting with an associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or a related field from a Michigan institution such as Michigan State University, Wayne State University, or a community college like Macomb Community College. Michigan does not require a state-issued license for this role, but industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, and Microsoft credentials are widely expected and carry significant weight in local hiring decisions.
Which companies hire senior it support specialists in Michigan?
Michigan senior it support specialist roles are posted by CCI Systems, Jobot, and Morley and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep base of automotive, healthcare, and financial services employers generates consistent demand for senior-level IT support talent across the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most senior it support specialist jobs?
Grand Rapids, Portage, and Ann Arbor have the most senior it support specialist openings in Michigan right now. Detroit leads because of its concentration of automotive headquarters, major health systems, and financial institutions, while Grand Rapids draws hiring from healthcare networks and manufacturing firms, and Ann Arbor benefits from the University of Michigan's large IT operations and a growing technology sector.
Are there remote senior it support specialist jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles because senior it support specialists are often needed on-site for hardware repairs, infrastructure work, and in-person escalations. About 29% of senior it support specialist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements more typical than fully remote. The portions of the role most likely to go remote are software troubleshooting, Microsoft 365 administration, and tier-two ticket management.
How can I get hired as a senior it support specialist in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting in a help desk or IT technician role at a large Michigan employer and building toward the senior level from within. Healthcare systems such as Henry Ford Health and Beaumont Health regularly hire entry-level IT technicians and offer structured advancement programs. Completing CompTIA A+ certification and gaining experience with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 through community college programs at institutions like Oakland Community College positions candidates for faster promotion into senior roles.
Where can I find and apply to senior it support specialist jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to senior it support specialist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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