Service Desk Analyst

Title: Service Desk Analyst

Location: White Plains, NY (Onsite)

Duration: 12 months contract

About Cogent Infotech

At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 23 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors.

Position Summary

This role will field incoming Help Desk requests from end users via both telephone and e-mail in a courteous/professional manner. Document all pertinent end user information. Resolve computer issues on impact. Escalate calls to appropriate support groups in IT. Support the distribution of RSA Key Fobs, Iron Key Devices, assist customers scheduling video conferences, password resets, software installations, etc. during work and extended hours.

Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Field incoming help desk requests and incidents from end users via both telephone and e-mail in a courteous/professional manner
• Access the Footprints ticketing system to create or resolve tickets
• Ability to RDP into a machine to fix an issue
• Preform password resets
• Resolve any VPN access issues
• Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software and configuring systems and applications
• Ability to resolve computer issues (connectivity, performance), laptop issues (connectivity, performance) and printer problems (local, network)

Required Skills:

• Remote phone support
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning skills
• Ability to absorb and retain information quickly
• Ability work independently with minimal supervision
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• General Troubleshooting skills with various hardware (Laptops, iPads, Tablets, iPhones, Desktops, Printers) Software application required to support
• Windows 10
• MS Office (versions 2016/O365)
• MS Outlook (versions 2013/16/ O365)
• Intune & Webmail
• Cisco Jabber / Meeting Place
• Active Directory / Active Roles / Quest Password Manager
• SAP & Maximo – password unlock\resets
• Enterprise\departmental applications specific to NYPA
• Periodically support other IT Groups as needed

Preferred Skills:

• Associate degree in Information Systems; 4 year college degree is preferred
• Minimum 4 years prior demonstrated experience

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement

Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply

Application Process

Please submit your resume and a short cover letter through our online portal. Our process includes an initial resume review, a virtual interview, and a short technical assessment. If you need accommodations, feel free to inform us—we are happy to assist.

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