Deskside Support Engineer
Location: Houston TX (Onsite)
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Summary
1-5 years of experience in desktops, workstations, notebooks and similar devices Support and troubleshooting. Having good communication skills and customer management experience with clients. The position will assist in providing weekly reports, inventory management, Supplier management, and other administrative tasks as needed
Responsibilities
Provide hardware break fix support, typically by whole unit swap
Manage spares provided on site
Provide deskside support, as described
Execute installations and changes
Deliver an excellent level of customer service
Adhere to defined Processes and work instructions which will include the management of both proactive and reactive escalations
Interface with multiple levels of end users, management, VIPs’ and local technical staff.
Troubleshoot issues on multiple computer platforms: Macintosh, Windows, Linux, and mobile devices
Knowledge of network configurations: LAN, WAN, Wireless, VPN, and VLAN
Responsible for asset tagging and entering all incoming equipment into our asset management system
Provide weekly reports on physical inventory counts as well as record weekly outflows of hardware equipment
Work with external Suppliers to schedule repairs for damaged/malfunctioning hardware
Technical Skills
Excellent skills in user IT infrastructure – Desktops, Laptops, Printers, Handhelds, Smartphone etc.
Strong technical skills in Microsoft Windows desktop operating systems and business productivity applications i.e. Office
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
Effective communication in English and local languages
Applications will be accepted until 8/24/2026
The annual salary for this position is between $37,800- $59,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and is subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: 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 contribution
· Long-term/Short-term Disability
· Paid Parental Leave
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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.
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