Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Corporate IT team. You will be the primary handler of Level 2 and Level 3 escalations working closely with technology service owners to resolve complex issues drive root cause analysis and improve the reliability of our endpoint and infrastructure environment. This role requires engineering level thinking diagnosing documenting and systematically eliminating recurring problems while owning the employee experience across our core tech
Responsibilities
Endpoint Device Management
Own macOS endpoint management enrollment configuration profiles patch management and policy enforcement via MDM Jamf or equivalent
Troubleshoot and resolve advanced macOS issues maintain endpoint compliance posture with the security team
Identity Access Management
Administer and troubleshoot Okta SSO MFA policies application assignments and lifecycle management
Handle escalated access issues support and maintain Active Directory accounts group policies and OUs
Network Connectivity
Troubleshoot VPN connectivity via GlobalProtect and Zscaler ZPA ZIA apply networking fundamentals DNS DHCP VLANs firewall rules to resolve connectivity issues
Collaborate with network and security teams on escalated cases requiring deeper infrastructure context
Collaboration Productivity Tools
Serve as escalation point for Microsoft 365 Exchange Online Teams SharePoint OneDrive and licensing
Manage and troubleshoot Zoom Rooms Zoom Phone and video conferencing hardware
Security Compliance
Apply endpoint security principles EDR tooling patch compliance and security policy enforcement
Support security related incidents follow and help maintain IT security standards and audit requirements
Escalation Handling Collaboration
Bridge Level 1 service desk and technology service owners manage complex cross platform tickets end to end
Document solutions create runbooks and contribute to the knowledge base to reduce repeat escalations
Certifications Required
ITIL
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
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