About the role
As a Deskside Support Engineer, you will make an impact by ensuring seamless technology experiences for all users. You will provide expert troubleshooting, proactive support, and high-quality customer service across multiple platforms and devices. Your work will directly impact employee productivity and the smooth operation of IT systems across the organization. You will be a valued member of the Cloud Infrastructure and Security team and work collaboratively with the Manager.
In this role you will
• Deliver technical support via phone, email, remote desktop, and in-person at the Tech Lounge
• Onboard new users including account setup, device provisioning, and software installation
• Deploy and manage mobile devices via Jamf and Intune; troubleshoot configuration, connectivity, and security issues
• Support and maintain desktops, laptops, printers, peripherals, and conference room AV equipment
• Escalate and resolve complex issues in collaboration with IT teams
• Log and track all support activities and resolutions in the ticketing system
• Maintain IT asset records and ServiceNow CMDB throughout the device lifecycle
• Uphold company policies, security standards, and compliance requirements
• Participate in on-call rotations and after-hours support as needed
Work model
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Santa Clara, CA.
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.
What you need to have to be considered
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
• 2+ years in a help desk or IT support role
• Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows and Mac environments
• Experience with MDM platforms including Jamf and Intune, endpoint management via SCCM, and image deployment using PXE boot, Mac imaging, and Intune Autopilot
• Familiarity with IT Asset Management processes and ServiceNow CMDB
• Strong communication skills and a customer-first mindset
• Ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment
These will help you stand out
• CompTIA A+, MCDST, or equivalent certification
• Experience with ITIL and service management processes
• Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols
• Experience supporting AV/conference room technology or multi-location teams
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed.
Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until May 13th 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $50,000 - $62000 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 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 contributions
· 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.
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
La communauté Cognizant :
Nous sommes une équipe de professionnels dont les membres s'apprécient et se soutiennent mutuellement. Nos collaborateurs sont les garants d'un lieu de travail dynamique, collaboratif et inclusif où chacun peut s'épanouir.
- Cognizant est une communauté mondiale qui compte plus de 300 000+ collaborateurs dans le monde entier.
- Nous ne nous contentons pas de rêver de façons idéales, nous apportons des améliorations concrêtes
- Nous prenons soin de nos collaborateurs, de nos clients, de notre entreprise, de nos communautés et du climat, en faisant ce qui est juste.
- Nous favorisons un environnement innovant où vous pouvez construire le plan de carrière qui vous convient.
À propos de nous :
Cognizant (NASDAQ : CTSH) est un concepteur d’IA et un fournisseur de services technologiques. Avec notre gamme de solutions IA full-stack, nous accompagnons nos clients au carrefour de l’investissement dans l’IA et de la valeur ajoutée. Notre grande expertise sectorielle, des processus et de l’ingénierie nous permet de convertir le contexte propre à chaque entreprise en systèmes technologiques amplificateurs du potentiel humain, générateurs de résultats tangibles et garants de l’avantage des acteurs internationaux dans un monde en constante évolution. Découvrez notre méthode sur www.cognizant.com ou suivez @cognizant.
Cognizant est un employeur soucieux de l'égalité des chances entre candidats. Votre candidature sera étudiée indépendamment de votre race, couleur, sexe, religion, croyances, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, origine, handicap, informations génétiques, grossesse, statut d'ancien militaire ou de toute autre critère jugé discriminant par les lois européennes ou françaises.
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Mentions légales :
Les informations relatives à la rémunération du poste à pourvoir dépendent de la date de publication de l’offre de poste. Cognizant se réserve le droit de modifier ces informations à tout moment, sous réserve des lois applicables.
Les candidats peuvent être invités à participer à des entretiens en face à face ou par vidéoconférence. En outre, les candidats peuvent être amenés à présenter une carte d'identité valide lors de chaque entretien.