Endpoint Engineer

Endpoint EngineerJob Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Endpoint Engineer for a contract position in Reston, VA. Opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.Position Summary:The Endpoint Engineer will interact directly with IT engineering, and operational staff to implement new desktop management and collaboration technologies. This individual is responsible for the development, design and ongoing support for infrastructure operating systems, infrastructure services and COTs applications. The Endpoint Engineer will provide engineering support to Business Delivery, Information Security along with other organizations within client to develop solutions that meet business needs. The candidate must have in depth knowledge of operating systems and system configurations, and in one or more COTs systems supporting the enterprise. The Endpoint Engineer will provide tier III incident support as well as ongoing planning for system operation and improvement. The successful candidate will interface with customers, peers, and vendors to resolve configuration and operational issues, integration problems, and related technology problems.Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Engineer, design and deploy solutions in support of development efforts. Provide technical knowledge in primary areas of competence and provide technical project support. Develop increasing expertise in key technologies, focusing on three-tiered, web- based solutions. Maintain experience and knowledge in problem definition, requirements analysis and the general design and integration of systems. Develop an increasing appreciation for technologies and architectures, including; enterprise architecture strategies and deployment best practices, architecture and component performance testing, hosting strategies and infrastructure architectures, and SDLC. Manage enterprise COTs, infrastructure services, or internal developed solutions to ensure an available and reliable system. Develop architecture diagrams, briefings and training on new end-user services. Interacting directly with IT, ISO, engineering, and operational staff to implement new or enhance existing technologies. Gather technical and business requirements, develop customized solutions and manage customer expectations. Proven experience in managing technologies in enterprise with a drive for understanding customer needs and operational excellence. Ability to provide advice and recommendations on system upgrades, replacements, or new systems. Communication with vendors for upgrades and troubleshooting issues with equipment and software Capable of training and demonstrating product features and operation to non-technical customers. Provide and assist with project management on technical implementations and projects. Participate in performance testing efforts. Provide technical support to third parties regarding the use, understanding, design, and implementation of Client products, providing end user and on-site support when required. Assist in deployment of new applications and services as well as provide tier II/III incident support. Represent client and its products in inter-company meetings, and industry conferences. Qualifications: Possess a bachelor''s degree in a related field, plus additional related college courses or professional training. Five years of progressively responsible directly related experience, including project leadership experience. Proven experience in managing technologies in enterprise with a drive for understanding customer needs and operational excellence. Depth in Windows operating systems with strong understanding of virtual operating environments. Working knowledge of use of public cloud services. Experience with large end-user rollouts of Endpoint management solutions. PowerShell scripting experience Experience with Windows Endpoint Engineering with proven technology expertise in more than one relevant core areas such as, Intune, Azure, Autopilot, BitLocker, Active Directory, Windows Endpoint Image Engineering, Software Distribution, and Microsoft Office 365. Experience in mobile device management for Windows Endpoint management. Experience macOS and Jamf Pro will be advantageous. Experience planning, designing, and implementing new software solutions. Endpoint engineer experience (versus system administration or support center) real exposure to endpoint management platforms, specifically Intune, Azure, Autopilot, Conditional Access experience scripting using PowerShell experience with software packaging and deployment experience with Group Policy experience with Windows Hello for Business experience with BitLocker experience deploying hardware using enterprise tools Keys to look for: Azure, Azure AD, Intune, Conditional Access, Jamf Pro, Configuration Manager, PowerShell, shell scripting, mobile device management (MDM), Group Policy, Windows Hello for Business, Bitlocker, software packaging and deployment, endpoint (device) provisioning, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) or Windows 365 cloud virtual desktop Significant plus for candidates with Mac, Jamf Pro, Configuration Profiles, macOS Provisioning, macOS shell scripting, and packaging experience CIS, NIST 800-53, ISO 27000 series, PCI DSS, FISMA security frameworks for endpointsPreferred: Working knowledge of COTs applications and infrastructure services. Understanding of the academic environment. Understanding of security. Strong customer service orientation. Strong problem solving and analytic skills. Ability to travel when required. If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let''s talk!

Created: 2021-11-29