Support Analyst Jobs in Illinois
Support Analyst jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago, Schaumburg, and Peoria, where major employers like Allstate, United Airlines, and Caterpillar maintain large IT and operations teams that rely on support analysts across help desk, enterprise applications, and infrastructure support. Demand is consistent at every level from entry-level technicians to senior analysts supporting complex ERP and ITSM environments. Illinois ranks among the most active Midwestern markets for IT support hiring, driven by financial services, manufacturing, and healthcare anchors throughout the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Pay Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 / year
Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth
Position Summary:
The Desktop Support Analyst is the initial point of contact responsible for the investigation and resolution of software and hardware problems for computer users. The Analyst provides end-user support for over 150-200 end users across 2 locations running Windows 10, Office 365, and Epicor via two VPNs.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Evaluate, prioritize, and respond to incoming trouble tickets, telephone, voice mail, e-mail, and in-person requests for assistance from users experiencing problems with hardware, software, networking, and other computer-related technologies
- Log all help desk interactions, tracks and routes problems/requests, and documents resolutions following standard help desk procedures
- Prepare activity reports as needed
- Collects information about problems and leads the user through diagnostic procedures to determine sources of error
- Determine whether problems are caused by hardware such as the modem, printer, cables, or telephone
- Handles problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up for routine user problems, referring more complex problems to a supervisor or technical staff
- Stays current with all company system information, changes, and updates
- Ability to troubleshoot and install Microsoft Office Applications and build a computer using Windows 10 OS
- Other duties as assigned by management
Requirements:
- Associate Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, or IT preferred; may substitute for the degree with direct applicable work experience on a year-for-year basis, which built competencies and subject matter expertise
- On-site support experience
- Tech savvy with experience troubleshooting (or strong aptitude) in a networked Windows 10 environment, Office 365, and VPN, especially access rights and connectivity issues
- Ability to work on various assignments simultaneously
- Communicate tactfully, verbally, and in writing with department heads, managers, co-workers, and vendors to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions
- Must be available to work off shift as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Manufacturing environment troubleshooting, including experience with an ERP, Epicor ideally
- Work well with others in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving skills
PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Come join our team and learn more about PSI and what we have to offer!
Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug-free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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- Banking & Financial Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in support analyst jobs across Illinois.
- CompTIA A+ or equivalent vendor-neutral certification recognized by Illinois employers
- Experience with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Jira, or Remedy
- Proficiency troubleshooting Windows and macOS operating systems in enterprise environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for end-user and stakeholder interaction
- Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Familiarity with Active Directory, VPN configuration, and basic network troubleshooting
Support Analyst Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a support analyst in Illinois?
The most direct path is completing an associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science, then earning a vendor-neutral certification such as CompTIA A+ or Network+, which Illinois employers widely recognize as a hiring benchmark. Illinois does not require a state-issued license for most support analyst roles. Large Chicago-area employers and suburban tech hubs like Schaumburg frequently post entry roles that treat CompTIA credentials as a minimum qualification alongside hands-on coursework or internship experience.
Which companies hire support analysts in Illinois?
Companies currently hiring support analysts in Illinois include Ripple, Reveal-Brainspace, and Summit School Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, healthcare systems, and manufacturing firms in the Chicago metro and Peoria corridor creates steady, year-round demand for support analysts at multiple levels.
Which Illinois cities have the most support analyst jobs?
Chicago, Warrenville, and Cary have the most support analyst openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its density of corporate headquarters, financial institutions, and healthcare networks, while Schaumburg and the northwest suburbs attract large technology and insurance operations centers that generate consistent support analyst demand independent of downtown Chicago hiring cycles.
Are there remote support analyst jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many IT roles. About 67% of support analyst openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves software troubleshooting, ticketing system management, and user communication that does not require physical presence. Application support and service desk coordination roles tend to have the highest proportion of fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a support analyst in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting in a help desk or IT technician role at one of Illinois's large healthcare systems, such as Northwestern Medicine or Advocate Health Care, or through the IT associate programs that Chicago-area financial firms and insurance companies like Allstate run for recent graduates. Earning a CompTIA A+ certification before applying gives candidates a concrete edge. Adjacent roles in technical customer service or operations center monitoring at Illinois manufacturers or logistics companies are also common lateral entry points that lead to analyst titles within one to two years.
Where can I find and apply to support analyst jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to support analyst jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly through the listings without needing to create a profile or sign up first.
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