Service Desk Support Analyst

Cognizant; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 37,440 - 45,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A leading IT services firm is seeking a Service Desk Support Analyst in Columbus, OH, to deliver technical support and customer service in enterprise environments. The role involves troubleshooting issues related to Windows, Microsoft 365, and cloud platforms while emphasizing ITIL best practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong analytical skills, and eagerness to learn. This position offers a competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits while preparing future team members for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Understanding of ITIL and incident management is essential.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills needed.
• Experience with ServiceNow and ticket lifecycle management is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with collaboration tools and endpoint security is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level technical support for enterprise IT environments.
• Handle incidents and requests using ITIL best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with Windows, Microsoft 365, and networking.
• Engage in continuous learning and apply best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Windows OS

Microsoft 365

Active Directory

AWS

Azure

Job description

Position Overview

The Service Desk Support Analyst will provide first-level technical support and customer service for enterprise IT environments. This entry-level role involves handling incidents, requests, and changes using ITIL best practices, managing tickets in ServiceNow, troubleshooting Windows, Microsoft 365, networking, VPN, MFA, and supporting cloud access scenarios. The position emphasizes professionalism, communication, and multi-channel support readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply ITIL-based incident, request, change, and escalation management processes.

• Create, manage, and resolve tickets in ServiceNow ITSM, demonstrating professional communication and ticket ownership.

• Troubleshoot Windows OS, Microsoft 365, printers, drivers, and device issues.

• Manage users, passwords, and network connectivity using Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and profile resets.

• Resolve VPN, MFA, and network access issues, including WiFi/LAN troubleshooting and password management workflows.

• Master troubleshooting across Windows, M365, Outlook, OneDrive, printers, and access failures.

• Support mobile devices, MDM enrollment, Citrix/Horizon VDI, and remote session troubleshooting.

• Work with collaboration tools (SharePoint, Teams, Confluence), endpoint security, and remote support tools (RDP, Dameware, AnyDesk).

• Provide basic support for AWS and Azure cloud access, including EC2, S3, Azure AD/Entra ID, and MFA architecture.

• Deliver customer service excellence in unified contact center environments, using Genesys, Amazon Connect, Avaya, and GenAI agent assist.

• Demonstrate clear communication, empathy, call/chat etiquette, and de‑escalation techniques in multi‑channel support scenarios.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver professional, multi‑channel customer support and production readiness.

• Engage in continuous learning and apply best practices in service desk, cloud, and remote support operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.

• Understanding of ITIL, incident management, and ticketing systems (ServiceNow).

• Familiarity with Windows OS, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and network troubleshooting.

• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), endpoint security, and remote support tools.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

• Eagerness to learn new technologies and contribute to team success.

• Experience with ServiceNow ITSM, ticket lifecycle management, and escalation workflows.

• Hands‑on with MDM, VDI, collaboration tools, and endpoint security.

• Familiarity with cloud access troubleshooting, call center software, and GenAI agent assist.

• Understanding of hardware fundamentals, remote support, and compliance monitoring.

• Interest in AI/ML, automation, and cloud operations for enterprise environments.

• Certifications:

• ITIL Foundation Certification

• Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate

• CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ Relevant certifications in cloud, remote support, or service desk operations

Location

New hires will be hired at the Cognizant office in Mesa, AZ, where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to this major geographic area. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business needs and position availability will determine final location assignment.

Start Date

New hires will start in January 2026. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start date will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is $41,600.00 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Why Choose Us?

Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high‑caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse backgrounds offer multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions

• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer

The hourly rate, 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.

Work Authorization

Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.