IT Capability Associate

What IT Capability Associate (Bench / Internal Resource Pool) contributes to Cardinal Health

The IT Capability Associate (Bench / Internal Resource Pool) plays a critical role in ensuring the organization

maintains a deployment-ready future-skilled workforce. While temporarily unassigned to a specific function / project this role contributes by:

Accelerating capability development in high-demand technology areas aligned with the business needs.

Maintaining a ready pipeline of skilled resources for immediate function requirement / project deployment.

Supporting internal initiatives and innovation efforts that drive operational efficiency.

Enabling internal mobility through the i2i Framework Program strengthening talent retention and career growth.

Reducing business risk by ensuring minimal downtime between function / project assignments.

The role transforms bench time into measurable value creation balancing learning contribution and deployment readiness.

Accountabilities

Complete assigned technical and functional learning paths within defined timelines

Achieve necessary and/or relevant certification aligned with the organizational capability priorities or

business requirements.

Actively pursue internal opportunities through the i2i Framework Program and internal job channels.

Demonstrate preparedness for function / project deployment through interviews technical assessment and readiness evaluation.

Contribute to internal projects/programs such as documentation process improvements automation or knowledge sharing.

Support cross-functional initiatives and capability-building activities.

Participate in training delivery or peer mentoring when applicable.

Adhere to organizational attendance and availability standards.

Participate in scheduled check-ins coaching sessions and program activities.

Maintain an updated internal profile (talent card) reflecting current skills and proficiency.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or related field

Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply.

Relevant exposure in IT or technology-related internship roles preferred but not required.

Foundational knowledge in at least one of the following areas:

o IT Service Management

o Application Development and Maintenance

o Cloud Platforms

o Infrastructure Management / Networking

o Information Security and Risk / Cybersecurity

Basic understanding of software development systems operations or IT support processes.

Familiarity with agile or cross functional ways of working.

What is expected of you and others at this level

At the IT Capability Associate (Bench or Internal Resource Pool) level employees are expected to demonstrate

ownership of their development consistency in execution and readiness to contribute beyond assigned tasks.

This is a foundational level focused on building capability while delivering measurable value.

Take full ownership of learning skills development and deployment readiness.

Show measurable progress in skills development within defined timeline.

Deliver assigned tasks with quality timeliness and attention to details.

Actively participate in feedback coaching and continuous improvement.

Demonstrate professionalism accountability and reliability in all engagements.

Work effectively with peers mentors and cross-functional teams.

Share knowledge and contribute to a culture of learning and support

Be results-oriented with a clear focus on achieving defined KPIs and timelines.

Candidates who are back-to-work people with disabilities without a college degree and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin ancestry age physical or mental disability sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression pregnancy veteran status marital status creed status with regard to public assistance genetic status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.

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