A tech support specialist performs a range of tasks, from installing software to setting up computer workspaces, and solves technical issues that arise on a daily basis.
195,000+
Number of U.S. job listings by employers in the last 12 months
$60,000
Median annual salary
758,000
Projected employment through 2030
What is a tech support specialist?
A tech support specialist provides technical support to computer users, either as part of an organization's information technology department or to individual users in person or virtually. They help maintain computer networks, troubleshoot issues as they occur, and assist clients in diagnosing and resolving computer problems.
U.S. hiring data
Source: CompTIA analysis of Lightcast & U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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