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.
We are seeking a highly motivated Depot Support Engineer to manage IT asset lifecycle activities, including receiving, staging, imaging, deployment, repair coordination, inventory management, and asset tracking. The resource will work closely with End User Computing (EUC), Service Desk, and Infrastructure teams to ensure timely provisioning and support of end-user devices.
About Cognizant’s CIS Practice:
Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.
What you’ll do in the role
- Manage IT asset inventory, including laptops, desktops, mobile devices, monitors, and peripherals.
- Perform device imaging, configuration, staging, and deployment activities.
- Coordinate hardware repairs, replacements, and warranty services with vendors.
- Receive, inspect, and process incoming and outgoing IT assets.
- Maintain accurate asset records in ServiceNow or other asset management tools.
- Support hardware refresh, device migration, and onboarding/offboarding activities.
- Ensure compliance with asset management and security policies.
- Track stock levels and provide inventory reports to management.
- Coordinate device shipping, returns, and disposal activities.
- Assist users with basic hardware and peripheral-related issues.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale device deployments and refresh programs.
- Experience in IT Asset Management and Depot Operations with hands-on experience with Windows 10/11 imaging and deployment.
- Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM, Autopilot, and Active Directory.
- Experience with ServiceNow Incident, Request, and Asset Management modules.
- Understanding of hardware lifecycle management and inventory controls.
- Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills.
- ITIL Foundation certification is preferred.
- Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
Key Competencies
- Asset Lifecycle Management
- Depot Operations
- End User Computing (EUC)
- Inventory Management
- Hardware Provisioning
- Vendor Coordination
- Process Compliance
- Customer Focus
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
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.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap 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, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Things to know before you apply
- Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
- Accommodations: 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.
- AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
- Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
- Language proficiency: 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.
- Inclusion: 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.
