About the role
As an IT Field Support Specialist, you will join Cognizant to work on-site in Montigny-le-Bretonneux, supporting a major player in the automotive sector. This role is part of a multi-year global contract to modernize workplace services, covering the client's sites and offices worldwide.
In this specific role, you will provide on-site technical support to end users.
Your responsibilities
- Provide on-site technical support: install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, and other devices
- Handle incidents and requests from start to finish, following the defined SLAs
- Support ITSM processes (incident, problem, and change management) and keep clear records of your work
- Work with remote support teams and other departments on more complex issues
- Take part in deployment projects: hardware rollouts, migrations, and upgrades
- Provide basic training to users and contact suppliers or partners when needed
Required profile
- At least 4 years of overall experience, including 2 years in desktop/deskside support
- Fluent French required
- Professional English required (you will regularly work with English-speaking contacts as part of this international contract)
- Valid driver's license (if travel is required)
Technical skills
- Windows and Mac (devices and desktop environment)
- ITSM tool (ServiceNow, Remedy, or Jira Service Management)
- Basic network knowledge
- Good understanding of hardware troubleshooting and repair
Soft skills
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work independently in the field
- Customer service mindset and good listening skills
Environment & methods
- Knowledge of ITSM processes and SLA-based work
- Ability to keep clear and accurate documentation
Work model: on-site
This role requires full-time on-site presence at the client location in Montigny-le-Bretonneux.
Conditions may change depending on project needs, but we are committed to clear communication about expectations.
We look forward to meeting curious and engaged candidates. Even if you do not meet all the criteria, feel free to apply, your transferable experience and motivation can make a difference.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
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.
Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
