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.
Job Summary
We are looking for Desktop Support Technician. This is a client-facing role & the candidate will have regular interactions with various client managers. As part of our elite Deskside support team that provides technical support and expertise to our End Users VIPs and their administrative assistants. This team works in a total contact ownership model that includes receiving direct intake from our executives and End Users working every incident or request through to fulfillment.
Responsibilities
Expertise in supporting End User Computing hardware and software (Windows and MAC) including laptops desktops mobile phones tablets printers MS Office Remote Access Video Conferencing and VDI.
Experience in documenting tracking and monitoring the incidents and problem(s) to ensure a timely resolution in ServiceNow Remedy or similar ticketing systems.
Must have deep subject manner expertise in hardware peripherals and enterprise software support reimage and data migration break-fix international travel support device back-up and restore mobility email IMACs (installs add moves and changes) and ad-hoc support for technology users.
Experience using ARS Active Directory SCCM JAMF Nexthink and similar tools to support first contact resolution
Experience in the full lifecycle of end user devices including provisioning monitoring remote managing re-imaging de-provisioning and retiring.
Must be able to manage and organize your own workload and utilize your resources to ensure the Executive issues and requests are resolved.
Proven ability to learn quickly and utilize latest technologies to develop and implement superior solutions in a high-pressure environment
Experience following policies and guidelines on security and confidentiality
Focused team player with strong ability to provide independent leadership for successful project outcomes and achievement of desired objectives
Being a deskside position it is expected the willingness to carry device boxes and moves
Excellent communication interpersonal and analytical skills
Must be able to communicate the concept behind the problem/resolutions to Nike Executives
Applies best practices and knowledge of internal/external business challenges to improve processes and services
Experience performing system administration responsibilities within an enterprise environment.
Experience supporting end to end technology services and solutions
Experience supporting Audio Video Conferencing technology and Live Meeting Streaming
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field or +2 years additional experience
5+ years experience in a Deskside Support role with at least 3 years face to face support.
5+ years supporting MAC and Windows platforms
Expertise with MS Office suite including Outlook
Tier 2+ level networking skills (VLANs DHCP DNS)
Experience providing support within a Fortune 500 global company
Experience supporting C level executives
Industry Certifications like A+ and ACMT
Desktop Support or Customer Service Certifications
ITIL Foundations Certification
Baseline OEM Certs / Hardware Repair Certs
Experience with Service Now ITSM Tool Suite
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.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high-caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
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.
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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.