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Apple Desktop Engineer

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We’re hiring!

At Cognizant we have an ideal opportunity for you to be part of one of the largest companies in the digital sector worldwide. A Great Place To Work where we look for people who contribute new ideas, experiencing a dynamic and growing environment. At Cognizant we promote an inclusive culture, where we value different perspectives providing career growth and development opportunities. #WelcomeToCognizant!

We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional individual to work supporting one of our clients as a Apple Desktop Engineer

Tops Skills:

•3+ yrs of experience
• Working experience with MacOS
• Working experience with Bash, Python or AppleScript
• Working experience with JAMF
• Excellent English language proficiency

Responsibilities:

• macOS Endpoint Management: Lead lifecycle and configuration management of Apple devices across client environments, focusing on standardization, performance, and scalability.
• JAMF Pro Ownership: Architect, deploy, and manage JAMF Pro environments. Build and maintain smart groups, policies, profiles, and automated remediation workflows.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop scripts (Bash, Python, AppleScript) to streamline provisioning, patching, configuration management, and endpoint monitoring.
• Security & Compliance: Enforce hardening standards, encryption (FileVault), and compliance with organizational and regulatory benchmarks (e.g., CIS, NIST). Support MDM frameworks and zero trust models.
• Cross-Platform Integration: Work with Windows and cloud platform engineers to ensure seamless macOS integration into Azure AD, Intune, M365, and common identity and security stacks.
• Advanced Support & Escalation: Serve as the final technical escalation point for macOS-related issues. Perform RCA and long-term resolution planning.
• Application Packaging & Deployment: Manage application packaging, version control, and compliance for all Mac software deployments, including creative tools commonly used in media workflows.
• Documentation & Mentorship: Produce and maintain detailed system and support documentation. Guide and mentor junior engineers and support analysts.
• Project Leadership: Lead endpoint-related initiatives including OS upgrades, zero-touch deployment rollouts, security remediation efforts, and MDM transformations.

Why Cognizant?

• Improve your career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwide
• Receive ongoing support and funding with training and development plans
• Have a highly competitive benefits and salary package
• Get the opportunity to work for leading global companies
• We are committed to respecting human rights and build a better future by helping your minds and the environment
• We invest in people and their wellbeing.
• We create conditions for everyone to thrive. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for any other reason covered.

At Cognizant we believe than our culture make us stronger!
Join us now!

#BeCognizant #IntuitionEngineered

Igualdad de Empleo y Política de Acción Afirmativa:
Cognizant es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración para el empleo sin distinción de sexo, identidad de género, orientación sexual, raza, color, religión, origen nacional, discapacidad, estado de veterano protegido, edad o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

  • Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
  • We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
  • We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
  • We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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