Desktop Analyst

Cognizant

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On-site
Location
Cincinnati, OH
Posted
11 days ago
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About Cognizant

Cognizant is a multinational IT services and consulting company offering digital transformation, technology, and business process services. It serves clients across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries worldwide.

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TL;DR · Desktop Analyst

The Desktop Analyst joins the Cloud Infrastructure and Security team to provide direct technical assistance and Level 2 onsite support for hardware, software, and IT systems. You will troubleshoot complex issues on desktops, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices while performing onsite installations, repairs, and hardware replacements. Key responsibilities include managing software deployments, administering Windows environments, and performing asset management. You will utilize technologies such as Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM, MDT, Autopilot, and Intune. Remote support tools like Screen-meet, BeyondTrust, and LogMeIn are used alongside Remedy and ServiceNow for ticket management. You will also provide Hands and Feet support for Server, Storage, Backup, and Network equipment, including Citrix and Azure Virtual Desktop, while following ITIL processes to resolve technical problems.

What you'll do

  • Provide Level 2 onsite support for hardware and software issues on desktops, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices.
  • Perform onsite installations, replacements, and repairs of hardware components and manage software configurations.
  • Lead software releases, system upgrades, and patches using SCCM, MDT, and Autopilot.
  • Administer Windows environments including Active Directory, Group Policy, Terminal Services, and DFS.
  • Manage procurement and asset management of end-user devices while maintaining accurate lifecycle records.
  • Provide hands-on support for server, storage, backup, and network equipment, including Citrix and Azure Virtual Desktop.
  • Manage and respond to technical tickets using Remedy and ServiceNow in accordance with ITIL processes.
  • Document processes, resolutions, and workflows for internal knowledge sharing.

What we're looking for

  • 3-5 years of experience with Active Directory, Windows 10, and Windows 11 administration in a corporate environment.
  • Hands-on experience with Intune and/or SCCM for device management and software deployment.
  • Experience with remote support tools such as Screen-meet, BeyondTrust, or LogMeIn.
  • Experience providing Hands and Feet support for Server, Storage, Backup, and Network equipment.
  • Experience supporting printers, peripherals, and virtual machines including Citrix and Azure Virtual Desktop.
  • Proficiency with ticketing tools such as Remedy or ServiceNow.
  • Good understanding of ITIL processes and service delivery best practices.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with end users, including VIPs.
  • Familiarity with macOS administration in a corporate environment (preferred).
  • Knowledge of Autopilot, MDT, or WDS for device imaging and deployment (preferred).
  • Experience with Audio/Video support (preferred).
  • Background in IT operations or managed services environments (preferred).

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