Specialized Roles:
Field Support Technician
Job in
Bronx, Bronx County, New York, 10458, USA
Listing for:
Cognizant
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-11-09
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
IT Support, HelpDesk/Support, Desktop Support, Systems Administrator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Site Support Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Site Support Engineer / Deskside Support Engineer to provide hands-on IT support in a 24x7 onsite environment. The role is responsible for supporting end-user computing, hardware/software break-fix, Windows and Mac devices, mobile devices, printers, asset management, Service Now tickets, and basic network connectivity issues.
This position requires full flexibility to support a 24x7 operational environment.
- Initial schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for approximately the first two months for onboarding and transition. - Following the initial period, the employee will move to a schedule determined by site requirements.
- The anticipated schedule may include night shifts approximately two days per week and second shift for the remaining three days.
- Candidates must be prepared to rotate to other shifts when required.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays is required.
- The site operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so schedules may change based on operational coverage requirements.
- Candidates who are unable to support rotational/night-shift schedules will not be considered for this position.
In this role, you will
- Provide onsite deskside and end-user support for hardware, software, peripherals, and enterprise applications.
- Perform break/fix troubleshooting and repair for desktops, laptops, monitors, printers, scanners, and related IT equipment.
- Support Windows and Mac environments, diagnosing operating system issues and implementing appropriate resolutions.
- Perform PC staging, configuration, software installation, troubleshooting, and deployment activities.
- Provide support for Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 applications and common end-user productivity tools.
- Diagnose end-user system failures, determine root causes where possible, and implement appropriate repair or remediation solutions.
- Troubleshoot basic network connectivity issues between end-user devices and the corporate network.
- Support printers, scanners, file shares, and other workplace technology used by employees.
- Manage incidents and service requests through Service Now or a comparable ITSM platform, ensuring tickets are accurately documented and progressed through resolution.
- Assist with user account administration, including user and basic Microsoft Active Directory-related activities.
- Support mobile devices, including iOS-based devices and related end-user connectivity or configuration issues.
- Perform IT asset management and inventory activities, including tracking, deployment, movement, and recovery of computer equipment.
- Follow established virus detection, endpoint protection, and remediation procedures, including support involving Symantec Virus Scan.
- Provide basic support for network-connected phones and VoIP systems.
- Complete required IT compliance and operational support tasks in accordance with established processes.
- Maintain a high level of customer service while communicating technical issues and resolutions clearly to end users.
- Work collaboratively with other IT support teams and escalate issues appropriately when they require specialized technical expertise.
- Safely move, install, and configure IT equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
What you'll need to succeed (required skills)
- Technical degree or equivalent professional experience providing end-user/desktop support.
- Strong hands-on experience with deskside support, break/fix, hardware and software troubleshooting.
- Experience supporting Windows and Mac operating systems.
- Knowledge of iOS/mobile device support.
- Experience supporting Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365 applications.
- Hands-on experience with Service Now or another ITSM/ticketing platform.
- Experience supporting printers, scanners, file shares, and other…
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