Microsoft Endpoint/SCCM Administrator with Security Clearance

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Job description

Microsoft Endpoint - SCCM Administrator Location: Chantilly, VA or Alexandria, VA
Work Type: Onsite Job Description: Gridiron is looking to hire a Microsoft Endpoint - SCCM Administrator with an Active Top Secret (SCI Eligible) Clearance. Responsibilities:
Plan, execute, and monitor software update deployments using Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) to ensure all endpoints are properly patched and compliant with organizational security policies.
Coordinate with stakeholders to schedule and implement maintenance windows for deploying updates and patches, minimizing impact on end-user productivity.
Customize software update groups and deployment packages within MECM to target specific collections of devices, ensuring appropriate testing and phased rollout strategies.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software update deployments, including failed installations, update conflicts, and compliance discrepancies.
Design and implement automated workflows for deploying third-party software updates using MECM, leveraging vendor catalogs or custom update packages.
Collaborate with application owners and IT teams to package and deploy software applications using MECM, adhering to best practices for application compatibility and user experience.
Monitor software deployment success rates, compliance levels, and deployment status using MECM reports and dashboards, proactively addressing any discrepancies or failures.
Continuously evaluate and optimize MECM software deployment processes and configurations to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability. Qualifications:
Requires a bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Experience with Scripting/Automation using PowerShell or other scripting languages
Experience in software installation/upgrades
Experience in Windows troubleshooting within a secure environment
2+ years direct MECM/SCCM experience
Must have a DoD 8570 compliant IAT Level II or higher certification upon hire: Security+ or IAT II equivalent
Basic understanding and experience with remote administration, virtualized computing, and cloud computing (specifically AWS)
Familiarity with Configuration Management and Request for Change process for review and assessment.
Working knowledge of SAFe Agile concepts and an ability to operate within an Agile framework
US Citizenship is required due to the nature of the government contracts we support.
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required OR active TS/SCI and willingness to get a Poly.
Desired Qualifications:
Requires a bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
4+ years direct MECM/SCCM experience
Experience creating a new MECM/SCCM infrastructure deployment
DevOps experience, particularly with GitLab
Experience with Python 3 w/ Boto3, Amazon CLI, or other scripting languages
Experience with Ansible to complete similar requirements on RHEL 9
Experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence
AWS knowledge and experience equivalent to AWS SysOps Administrator or Solutions Architect associate Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Range: $120,000-145,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

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