About the group:
Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Role Title: Desktop Analyst
Location: Orlando, FL
Job Summary
The Deskside Support Analyst is a technical professional responsible for providing direct assistance to end users in troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
Mandatory skills: Primary skills: Active Directory, Win 10, Windows 11 & Macintosh OS, Secondary skills: Intune / SCCM Tool, Screen-meet, Beyond Trust + Logme In tools etc.… Printers & Peripherals, Virtual Machines (Citrix / Azure Virtual Desktop),Audio/Video Support, Ticketing Tool Remedy / SNOW
• The Deskside Support Analyst is a technical professional responsible for providing direct assistance to end users in troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
• They assess faults, conduct repairs, streamline processes, and ensure optimal customer service, contributing to efficient IT operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of desktop operating systems and software applications
• Experience providing deskside support to end-users in a corporate environment
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues on desktops, laptops, and mobile devices
• Familiarity with remote access tools and techniques
• Experience working with Active Directory and other directory services
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
• Level 2 onsite support for complex customer issues and requests
• Lead deployment of software releases, system upgrades and patches on end user devices
• Accountable for procurement and Asset management of end user devices
• Leading activities like customer relocations and departmental infrastructure build out
• Analyse the symptoms of the problem to properly identify the cause of the issue in order to determine a solution
• Triage issues such as physical layers, usernames and passwords
• Uninstall/reinstall basic software applications, verify proper hardware and software set-up and assist with navigation of application menus
• Perform onsite installations or replacements of various hardware components and software repair
• Perform diagnostic testing and utilization of remote control tools to assist users when troubleshooting to determine a solution
• Please note that this role involves client interaction, and maintaining a professional appearance is a crucial part of the job
• Candidates are expected to adhere to a business professional dress code, which includes well-tailored suits, button-down shirts
• Good Expertise to provide Hands and Feet support for Server, Storage, Backup and Network equipment , IPT endpoints Virtual Endpoint Support Win 7, Win 10, HSD
• Ability to support Tier 1 VIPs
• Stays up to date with current technologies related to Network operations and Desktop Administrations and ITIL
Soft Skills:
· Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people in a professional manner, face to face, on the telephone and in writing
· Must have good team spirit and coordinate skills in onsite offshore model and client and vendor environment. Ability to demonstrate without supervision.
· Ability to prioritize, manage and perform under pressure to meet SLAs.
· Excellent knowledge of Customer Service best practice. Willing to work flexibly and with enthusiasm.
· Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapid changing environment
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
· 401(k) plan and contributions
· Long-term/Short-term Disability
· Paid Parental Leave
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000+ associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.