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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Systems Engineer - **Company:** Horizontal Talent - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac Systems, Application Packaging, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Firefox, Web Browsers, InstallShield, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Center Configuration Manager, Windows API, Windows Servers, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Software Deployment, TCP/IP, Management of Software Versions, Wide Area Networks, Software Troubleshooting, Microsoft InTune, Deployment Automation, Perfmon - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f33418a3-071f-456d-aa63-5d728d094691 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree plus 9+ years of experience in software packaging, packaging management, or software deployment. * Strong experience in a mature enterprise IT environment. * Hands-on knowledge of MECM (SCCM) and Intune, including packaging-related modules and objects. * Experience with Windows 11 application packaging. * Strong PowerShell skills. * Ability to work with secure or sensitive information and meet role requirements tied to access and compliance. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and levels. * Strong troubleshooting, organization, and multitasking abilities. * Experience supporting co-managed environments and application migration from MECM to Intune. * Knowledge of MECM OSD Task Sequences and Intune Autopilot. * Ability to work effectively in a customer-focused, team-oriented environment. Preferred Skills * Advanced experience with Microsoft Windows platforms. * Advanced knowledge of MECM Current Branch and Intune. * Experience with software packaging tools such as InstallShield, Admin Studio, the Win32 Content Prep Tool, and Winget. * Familiarity with application control, configuration, AutoPilot, and compliance policies in Intune. * Experience with enterprise privilege management allow/deny lists. * Working knowledge of macOS, Ubuntu, and common browsers such as Edge, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. * Experience using tools like Perfmon, Procmon, and Windows Performance Toolkit. * Knowledge of networking and server fundamentals, including WAN/LAN, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VPN, and Windows Server operating systems. * Exposure to Batch and BASH scripting in addition to PowerShell. ## Description * Lead software packaging and deployment efforts while helping maintain standards, workflows, and service-level expectations. * Partner with application owners and stakeholders to gather requirements, assess complexity, and deliver packaging solutions in MECM (SCCM) and Intune. * Build and test application packages for silent and attended installations using MSI + MST, MSIX, and INTUNEWIN formats. * Support package validation through development testing, application owner review, QA handoff, and pre-pilot deployment activities. * Assist with enterprise deployment management, including phased rollouts for select applications. * Maintain accurate application records, including ownership, versioning, lifecycle status, and vendor details. * Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and provide updates on packaging work and resource planning. * Troubleshoot packaging, deployment, and client-side issues using logs, tools, and technical analysis. * Support the lifecycle of applications, including upgrades, replacements, and retirements. ## Related Videos - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE – AI and Privacy, On-Device AI and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1779-wearedevelopers-live-ai-and-privacy-on-device-ai-and-more) - [Develop on Windows, Deploy on Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1600-develop-on-windows-deploy-on-red-hat-enterprise-linux) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [The Developer Workstation Blind Spot: Why Your Security Stack Can't See What Matters Most](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100254-the-developer-workstation-blind-spot-why-your-security-stack-can-t-see-what-matters-most) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - CSS or BS?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1850-wearedevelopers-live-css-or-bs) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools)