It Specialist

Cognizant is hiring IT Specialist position in Upper Hutt, NZ Job Title: IT SpecialistExperience: 5+ yearsLocation: Upper Hutt, NZJob Description:Minimum of 5-10 years IT experience managing deployment of technology components in a specific technical discipline: clients, servers, storage, web platforms, database platforms, security, networks, or communications ideally with a mix of skills that include technical architectures, engineering and operations experience
Mandatory Skills:
Previous Microsoft OS upgrade experience in a corporate environment. Windows 7, Windows XP or Windows 10 with Solid Windows migration background
Broad experience in Windows desktop deployments, migration related activities, and post migration support
Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows 7 or Windows 10 hardware, drivers, and software
Strong understanding of an array of computer equipment, peripherals, mobile devices as well as standard software applications (MS Office, Windows Operating Systems, VPN client software (Citrix; Juniper), Remote Desktop tools, Active Directory, Remedy, SCCM, and RSA Security Console)
Knowledgeable in software deployment methodologies including deployment of Microsoft Office
Proficiency with LAN/WAN troubleshooting
Ability to perform tasks as outlined and requested by Merck IT site manager
Ability to interface with end users – customer service attitude
Some project management experience and Problem solving skills - ability to perform root cause analysis and determine appropriate course of action
Strong team-working skills, Good interpersonal skills and Detail-oriented.