Cognizant is seeking a Desktop Support Analyst for a full-time opportunity in Alpharetta, GA
This role will be working out of our client location. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities
- Providing direct assistance to end users in troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
Assess faults, conduct repairs, streamline processes, and ensure optimal customer service, contributing to efficient IT operations.
- 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.
- Analyze the symptoms of the problem to properly identify the cause of the issue 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
Qualifications:
- 3 to 5 years of experience as a Desktop Support Analyst.
- 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.
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.
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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.
