Role: Deskside Support Engineer
Location: Calgary, Alberta
We are seeking a seasoned Deskside Support Engineer with 7–8 years of experience in IT support, specializing in network troubleshooting, desktop support, and end-user computing. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with strong technical acumen and a customer-first mindset, capable of delivering high-quality support in dynamic enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide basic to advanced support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals.
- Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi/VPN) and escalate complex problems to network teams.
- Perform hardware and software installations, upgrades, and configurations across Windows and Mac environments.
- Support Active Directory, group policies, and user account management.
- Manage OS imaging, software deployment, and patching using tools like SCCM or Intune.
- Handle incident and request tickets in ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow), ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to support end-user computing projects.
- Provide Smart Hands support for data center equipment, network devices, and AV systems.
- Maintain inventory of IT assets and ensure compliance with asset management policies.
- Deliver VIP support and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
Required Skills & Experience
- 7–8 years of hands-on experience in IT support, preferably in enterprise or field service environments.
- Strong knowledge of Windows as well as Mac OS, Microsoft 365, TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, and endpoint security.
- Experience with remote support tools (e.g., GoTo, Bomgar, TeamViewer), ticketing systems, and hardware diagnostics.
- Familiarity with network troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, ipconfig, tracert).
- Proven ability to work independently in field or dispatch roles, managing multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with technical and non-technical users.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, or ITIL Foundation.
- Experience supporting cloud-based desktop environments.
Work Environment
- Onsite and field-based support across client or internal locations.
- May require travel and flexible hours based on support needs.
- Ability to lift and move IT equipment as needed.
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role.
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.
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a HYBRID position at Calgary, Alberta.
Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
La Comunidad Cognizant:
Somos un equipo que se aprecia y apoya mutuamente. Nuestros asociados trabajan en un entorno colaborativo e integrador en el que todos pueden prosperar.
- Cognizant es una comunidad global con más de 300.000+ asociados en todo el mundo.
- No solo soñamos con un mundo mejor, sino que trabajamos para hacerlo realidad.
- Cuidamos de nuestros asociados, clientes, socios, comunidades y entorno haciendo lo correcto.
- Fomentamos un entorno innovador en el que puedes desarrollar tu carrera profesional.
Acerca de nosotros
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) es arquitecto de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que traduce la inversión en inteligencia artificial en valor empresarial real mediante soluciones de IA de stack completo adaptadas a cada cliente. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, los procesos y la ingeniería le permite integrar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan un impacto real en el negocio y mantienen a las grandes empresas globales un paso adelante en un mundo en constante cambio. Para más información, visita www.cognizant.es o síguenos en @cognizant.
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