IT Support Associate

Cognizant; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant in Roseville, CA is seeking an IT Support Associate to ensure smooth operation of IT services, troubleshoot hardware, software, network and OS issues, and deliver strong customer service to end users.

You will provide Level 1 and 2 support for desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices, support Microsoft 365 apps, and assist with endpoint management and incident handling under documented SLAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in IT Support, Service Desk, Desktop Support, or EUC.

Responsibilities

• Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, mobile devices, and peripherals.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, operating system, and application issues.
• Support Windows operating systems and standard enterprise applications.
• Assist users with Microsoft 365 products, including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Provide support for audio/video conferencing solutions and collaboration tools.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.
• Support device imaging, software installations, upgrades, and patch management.
• Utilize endpoint management tools such as SCCM, Intune, and remote support utilities.
• Track IT assets and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Provide hands-on support for infrastructure, network, server, and security teams.
• Assist with network connectivity troubleshooting.
• Support datacenter equipment, racks, cabling, and local infrastructure activities.
• Coordinate with vendors and third-party support providers.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, knowledge articles, and support procedures.

Skills

Windows Administration

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Hardware Troubleshooting

ITIL

Networking Fundamentals

Remote Support Tools

Customer Support

Printer Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT/CS

Job description

About the group:

Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Job Title : IT Support Associate

Location : Roseville, CA

Job Summary

The IT Support Analyst is responsible for providing technical support and ensuring the smooth operation of IT services across the Sedgwick organization and its specific location. The role involves troubleshooting hardware, software, network, and OS issues while delivering exceptional customer service to end users. The analyst will support End User Computing (EUC), Microsoft 365 services, mobile devices, collaboration platforms, and local IT infrastructure.

The position serves as the primary point of contact for IT incidents and service requests, ensuring timely resolution in accordance with established Service Level Agreements.

Key Responsibilities

End User Support

• Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, mobile devices, and peripherals.
• Diagnoses and resolve hardware, software, operating system, and application issues.
• Support Windows operating systems and standard enterprise applications.
• Assist users with Microsoft 365 products, including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Provide support for audio/video conferencing solutions and collaboration tools.

Incident & Service Request Management

Endpoint Management

• Deploy, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.

• Support device imaging, software installations, upgrades, and patch management.

• Utilize endpoint management tools such as SCCM, Intune, and remote support utilities.

• Track IT assets and maintain accurate inventory records.

• Provide hands-and-feet support for infrastructure, network, server, and security teams.

• Assist with network connectivity troubleshooting.

• Support datacenter equipment, racks, cabling, and local infrastructure activities.

• Coordinate with vendors and third-party support providers.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, knowledge articles, and support procedures.

Required Technical Skills

• Windows 10/11 Administration
• Active Directory & Group Policy
• Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint)
• Hardware & Software Troubleshooting
• IT Service Management (ITIL)
• Network Fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
• Remote Support Tools
• Customer Support & Incident Management
• Printer and Peripheral Support

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science,

• 3-7 years of experience in IT Support, Service Desk, Desktop Support, or EUC

Soft Skills

• Strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with strong stakeholder management capabilities

Compensation:

We are offering between $45,000 – $60,000. Applications will be accepted until Sep 25, 2026.Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in US without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*