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Deskside support Engineer

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Department: Cognizant Infrastructure
Report to: Senior Manager _Project
Work location: Tokyo (Tokyo station)
Required language: Native Japanese and Business English
Type of employment: Full-time permanent
Key Responsibilities
• Provide Install Move Add Change (lMAC), Break-Fix and end user support activities as required.
• Where required, provide support for the Manufacturing “Shopfloor” handhelds, laptops, and scanner devices.
• Perform data collection/preservation activities as they relate to migrations and/or eDiscovery.
• Provide smart Hands and Feet support for Technology team on demand
• Rack and Stack Support for commissioning/decommissioning infra devices to be provided.
• Provide physical access to vendors on demand for site/Communication rooms –IDF/MDF/MMR and Data Center/Server room.
• Good Knowledge and experience in managing Power Shut Down maintenance activities which includes shutting down network devices and servers in Data Center
• Printer Management/usage monitoring and coordinate with Vendors to ensure print services continuity.
• Co-ordination for cable patching with Vendors or enable on demand.
• Ensure basic Network connectivity (LAN), Wi-Fi access / Video Tandberg / Printer/ Voice are available at site
• Advanced Troubleshooting / Problem Solving capabilities to narrow down root cause of incident reported by end users for IT devices and mobility support/management
• Installing and configuring hardware and software components to ensure usability by end users
• Manage IT Asset lifecycle management for the location/region including asset collection coordination with vendor, secure storage, labelling, imaging, allocation, recovery, hygiene validation, disposal, and system updates
• Experience in supporting overall manufacturing / lab IT systems and IT devices
• Familiarity with manufacturing, lab or distribution center IT equipment
• Includes but is not limited to scanners, printers (Zebra, etc..), rugged tablets, PCs attached to
specialized test equipment, PCs used on the manufacturing line, etc.
• Advanced Troubleshooting / Problem Solving capabilities to narrow down root cause of incident
• Advanced communications skills to work with multiple teams and/or OEMs on high priority issues
• Advanced Microsoft skills (server support, etc.)
• Knowledge / Understanding of GMP and GxP
• Knowledge / Experience on working in a Clean Room environment and/or Manufacturing environment
• Strong focus on quality and attention to detail
Must have skills and requirements:
• Strong Communication and customer service skills
• Strong understanding of MS Windows Operating Systems.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office and basic business application.
• Minimum 2 years desk side support services.
• Basic knowledge of networks, telecom, and compute/storage.
• Advanced knowledge of MacOS & iOS environment & administration.
• Advanced understanding of the MacOS imaging & end-point deployment process.
• Basic understanding of policy, user certificates and keychains design, management, and deployment.
• Advanced knowledge of mobile device support
EDUCATION:
• Diploma or degree in IT

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 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.  

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state 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.

While our system allows application in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes.

About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

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