Deskside Support Engineer

3 - 6 years

5 - 8 Lacs

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Job Description

Job Title:

Deskside Support Engineer

Experience Required:

3 6 Years

Location:

Chennai

Job Purpose / Summary:

The

Deskside Support Engineer

is responsible for providing on-site technical support, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring smooth end-user computing (EUC) operations. The role involves first-level OS and hardware troubleshooting, software support, patch management, coordination with infrastructure teams, and VIP user assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

End-User Support

  • Perform first-level

    Operating System and Hardware troubleshooting

    for Windows desktops and laptops.
  • Handle

    software break-fix

    support for standard and specialized business applications.
  • Install, uninstall, or reconfigure

    supported software as required to resolve incidents.
  • Build or rebuild

    workstation images

    and reinstall software as part of system recovery.
  • Provide

    remote and telephone support

    to end-users as necessary.
  • Deliver

    VIP / Executive support

    with priority handling and timely resolution.

System Administration Maintenance

  • Ensure

    Windows patch management

    , antivirus, and encryption compliance.
  • Perform

    desktop/laptop patch updates

    using automated tools or manual methods when required.
  • Maintain and manage

    supported EUC software

    for smooth service delivery.
  • Support in

    application installations, configurations, and troubleshooting

    by coordinating with central/local application teams.
  • Handle

    mobile and iOS device configuration

    for email and security settings.
  • Manage

    printer configurations

    , user access to MPS/MFD devices, and coordinate with third-party vendors for any device issues (VC/Printers/Scanners).

Coordination Incident Management

  • Log, track, and resolve incidents/service requests within defined SLAs.
  • Escalate issues to relevant resolver groups when remote resolution is not feasible.
  • Provide

    Hands Feet support

    for coordination with infrastructure teams (SSO NSD).
  • Coordinate with OEMs for hardware repair or replacement.
  • Ensure

    end-to-end incident closure and user communication

    .
  • Capture

    user feedback (CSAT)

    for resolved tickets.

Operational Support

  • Participate in

    desktop/laptop/printer refresh activities

    as part of BAU operations, following directions from the Kyndryl SPOC.
  • Support

    office relocations, new rollouts, and hardware deployments

    .
  • Assist during

    month-end activities

    (last 3 days of the month and first day of the next month) with extended support hours.
  • Maintain

    system security and data confidentiality

    in line with company and client policies.
  • Support ongoing system updates, patching, and antivirus updates to maintain compliance and security.

Key Skills Competencies:

  • Strong knowledge of

    Windows OS troubleshooting

    , software installation, and configuration.
  • Hands-on experience with

    EUC tools, Active Directory, and remote desktop tools

    .
  • Experience in

    patch management

    ,

    AV updates

    , and

    encryption tools

    .
  • Knowledge of

    mobile device configuration

    (Android/iOS).
  • Familiarity with

    VC systems, printers, and scanners

    .
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to handle

    high-priority VIP users

    and work under tight timelines.

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Strong ownership and accountability.
  • Customer-focused and proactive attitude.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Team player with good collaboration and coordination abilities.
  • Adherence to confidentiality and compliance standards.

Education Experience:

  • Bachelor s degree / Diploma in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
  • 3 6 years

    of experience in Deskside or IT Support.
  • Industry certifications like

    MCSA / MCITP / ITIL / CompTIA A+ / N+

    preferred.

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