Job Description:
The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship not available.
Cognizant is seeking a Service Desk App Support in San Jose, CA/ Hybrid.
Role Description
Contracting at Cognizant will see you working with the world's leading companies to improve everyday life. Unlike many IT gigs, Cognizant's unique consultative approach will see you help clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses with the latest tech, not just deliver a standard project.
Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant serves 177 of the Fortune 500, and has enjoyed consecutive years of growth, so you'll never be short of finding your next gig with them. Plus you'll enjoy many of the perks you'd expect from one of the most admired companies in the world.
Skills & Requirements
• Identifies correct knowledge documents and support materials to answer questions and troubleshoot issues
• Learns about technology deployments and how they fit within business model/strategy
• Explains general navigation to customers; Translates technical terms to non-technical users to help in explaining navigation
• Looks for opportunities to improve knowledge on technologies
• Understands and adheres to the IM process and policies
• Uses correct knowledge documents and support materials to answer questions and provide support
• Identifies when request/issue should be escalated and assigns to appropriate party
• Clarifies asks by listening for understanding and reflecting back
• Performs rounds and completes required templates
• Uses instrumentation and physical checks (walk-throughs) to monitor
• Responds to and resolves incidents affecting operations
• Performs physical build-outs, installing computing devices and low voltage cabling
• Provides direction to local security staff by assisting in post order definition
• Manages identified defects through own and supporting organizations
• Follows procedures to collect and manage data so it's available for security audits
• Performs maintenance per manufacturer specification
• Oversees the activities of on-site vendors performing maintenance
• Consistently, without fail, follows all safety guidelines
• Oversees the activities of on-site vendors performing maintenance to ensure safety guidelines are followed"
• Interprets security standards and applies to own work
• Identifies relevant security standards that apply to own work and adheres to protocols
• Understands security risks & implications when evaluating solutions
• Knowledgeable about current security controls"
• Does what is asked within the agreed upon timeframes and according to established procedures, protocols and/or requirements
• Demonstrates responsiveness by conveying critical information to decision makers
Benefits/Other Compensation
This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).
Why Hays?
As Cognizant's chosen recruitment partner we have this role exclusively, so you will work with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of Cognizant, the role, the Information Technology industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers and so can keep you in mind when future gigs like this come up with Cognizant. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.
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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'. We also believe that actions speak louder than words. In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.
In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.
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