Cognizant is seeking Deskside Support Tech for a full-time opportunity in New York City; NY Qualified candidates must have valid US work authorization. Cognizant will not offer visa sponsorship now or anytime in the future.
Responsibilities
Provide technical and operational support to traders and front-office users ensuring high availability of trading applications market data platforms and trading floor infrastructure.
Support trading and market data platforms.
Troubleshoot issues related to trading applications market data feeds desktops laptops and multi-monitor workstations.
Provide onsite and remote support to traders in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.
Manage incidents and service requests through ServiceNow or similar ITSM tools ensuring SLA compliance.
Coordinate with application network infrastructure and vendor teams for issue resolution.
Perform software installations upgrades user access management and hardware deployments.
Maintain documentation and follow ITIL-based support processes.
Qualifications:
Strong Windows/Mac devices support and troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of Active Directory Citrix Microsoft 365 and basic networking (TCP/IP DNS).
Familiarity with ITSM tools (ServiceNow Remedy etc.).
Strong communication stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
4-8 years in Trader Support Front Office Support or Financial Services IT Support.
Experience in supporting Investment Banking Capital Markets Asset Management or Brokerage environments.
The salary range for this role is between $64000 and $73000 depending on skills and qualifications of the candidate. Applications will be accepted till 8/19/2026.
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.
Additional employment information
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.
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