IT Asset Management Associate

About the Position

Cognizant is seeking an IT Asset Management Associate for a full-time opportunity in Portland, OR. Qualified candidates must have valid US work authorization. Cognizant will not offer visa sponsorships now or anytime in the future.

The qualified candidate will be the Central SPOC for managing IT assets (DaaS & Non-DaaS) across USA & Canada. The role will be responsible for inventory, logistics, vendor coordination, and lifecycle management covering Laptops, Desktops, printers, factory PCs/devices, and spare parts.

Responsibilities

• Central SPOC for managing IT assets (DaaS & Non-DaaS) across USA & Canada
• Covers laptops, Desktops, printers, factory PCs/devices, and spare parts
• Responsible for inventory, logistics, vendor coordination, and lifecycle management
• Manage end-to-end asset lifecycle (procurement → deployment → tracking → disposal)
• Maintain accurate asset inventory in ITSM/CMDB tools
• Handle receiving, shipping, and tracking of devices and spares across locations
• Monitor stock levels and trigger hardware/spare ordering (DaaS & Non-DaaS)
• Coordinate device imaging, staging, and deployment readiness
• Act as SPOC for logistics coordination with warehouses, sites, and vendors
• Manage vendor/OEM coordination for hardware break-fix issues
• Track and manage warranty status (in-warranty & out-of-warranty)
• Provide basic troubleshooting support (laptops, printers, peripherals)
• Execute secure asset disposal and maintain compliance records.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of IT Asset Management experience using End user hardware and software, Tracking, reporting, life-cycle management and attention to details.
• 2 to 3 years of ITShop, Service Now and CMDB experience.
• Experience with Vendor Consolidation and Logistics Management.

About the Company

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

We Offer

Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.

Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.

Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidate’s potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us-but you can count on us to keep you updated.