Be yourself at Protolabs
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
We are looking for a Desktop Support Analyst to join our team in AMS!
This is an onsite, fixed-term role, and we are accepting applications from candidates based in the Netherlands.
The Desktop Support Analyst is the face of IT for our employees—resolving tickets, supporting endpoints (Windows/macOS), managing user onboarding/offboarding, and keeping our core workplace tech running smoothly. This role combines Service Desk (L1/L2) responsibilities with onsite and remote Desktop Support.
Sounds interesting? Apply now!
What you'll do
Act as first and second line support for incidents and requests via ticketing system, chat, email, and walk-ups
Triage, diagnose, and resolve hardware/software issues; escalate to L3/vendors when needed
Own tickets end-to-end, meeting SLAs and maintaining clear communication with users
Create and maintain knowledge base articles, FAQs, and user guides
Support account lifecycle: onboarding, access provisioning, offboarding, permissions reviews
Set up and support conferencing tools, AV equipment, and meeting rooms
Provide remote support for distributed teams and home-office setups
Build, deploy, and maintain endpoints (Windows and macOS), including imaging and configuration
Administer MDM/endpoint management (DTC, Jamf) for policy, profiles, compliance, and patching
nstall and support core productivity suites (Microsoft 365), VPN, and collaboration tools
Manage endpoint security (EDR/antivirus, disk encryption, OS/app patching)
Support peripherals (printers, docks, webcams), mobile devices, and basic network connectivity
Maintain hardware inventory and asset lifecycle (purchase requests, tracking, RMA, disposal)
Support identity and access management (AD/Microsoft Entra/Okta), MFA, and SSO apps
Perform routine admin tasks in Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint)
Assist with SaaS onboarding, license management, and application troubleshooting
Perform routine admin tasks in Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint)
Assist with SaaS onboarding, license management, and application troubleshooting
Operations and Process
Contribute to ITIL-aligned processes: incident, request, problem, change, CMDB/asset
Document standards, runbooks, and diagrams for repeatable support
Collaborate with Security on compliance, endpoint posture, and awareness initiatives
Coordinate with vendors for escalations or repairs
What It Takes:
2–5 years in Service Desk/Desktop Support or similar IT Engineering role
Strong troubleshooting across Windows 11 and macOS; iOS/Android a plus
Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., Freshdesk, Jira, ServiceNow) and remote support tools
Hands-on with MDM/endpoint management (DTC, Jamf, or similar) and endpoint security tools
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration; basic Azure AD/Entra ID concepts (groups, MFA, SSO)
Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DHCP/DNS, VPN, Wi Fi)
Scripting/automation fundamentals (PowerShell, Bash) for routine tasks and reporting
Excellent customer service, communication, and documentation skills; able to translate tech for non-technical users
Organized, proactive, comfortable prioritizing in a fast-paced environment
English proficiency; additional local language(s) preferred: German, French, Dutch, Italian
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Associate’s Degree in Information Technology
ITIL Foundation, CompTIA A+/Network+, Microsoft 365 Certified, or JAMF certifications
Experience with Okta, Teams, 8x8 and AV ecosystems
Exposure to compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2) and device hardening standards
SLA attainment and first-contact resolution rate
CSAT/user satisfaction scores
Endpoint compliance and patch currency
Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills
Analytical problem solver with attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Comfortable working under SLA pressure and handling escalations calmly
Willingness to occasionally travel between sites and perform some manual handling (lifting hardware)
What's In It For You:
Part of our incredible journey is clearly down to our amazing team, and we strongly believe in giving people a space to truly, authentically be themselves. We also believe that treating our employees well and sprinkling a great place to work with some nice perks can make work a little sweeter.
Annual company bonus. We celebrate success together! Employees are not only rewarded for their achievements but also for contributing to the overall success of the business.
Wellness and well-being with access to OpenUp psychologists, practice mindfulness with Headspace and tons more.
Doggo-friendly office. We are big pet lovers and fully encourage hanging out with your (and your colleagues’) furry friends in the office
Daily Lunch and snacks are provided in the office; it's a moment for our teams to connect and recharge. Shared meals strengthen our bonds and fuel collaboration.
We offer learning and development days to be used for training or on volunteering, money to spend on learning courses, events, trainings, Access to our in-house LEARN platform with diverse courses, training, and workshops, In-house 3D Printing and much more!
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