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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Endpoint Architect II (6799) - **Company:** MetroStar Systems - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $147,000.0 - $193,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Apple IOS, Apple Mac Systems, System Center Configuration Manager, Performance Tuning, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Vulnerability Management, Microsoft InTune, Tanium Platform Expertise, Patch Management, Casper Suite, 3-tier Architectures - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9102881/sr-endpoint-architect-ii-6799 ## About the Role * Active Top Secret clearance with previously held SCI (or SCI eligibility / higher-level clearance) * Required technical certifications include Microsoft MD-102 and Security+. * Possess DoD 8140 certification aligned to the 451 System Administrator work role, such as Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, or CISSP. * 7+ years of experience in IT with a primary focus on endpoint and client device architecture, engineering, and management across Windows 11, macOS Sequoia and Tahoe, and Apple iOS environments * Demonstrated experience designing and managing the full lifecycle of endpoint devices, including provisioning, configuration, compliance enforcement, maintenance, and decommissioning at enterprise scale. * Hands-on experience engineering OS imaging solutions, patch management strategies, performance optimization, and vulnerability remediation within complex enterprise environments * Extensive experience providing Tier 3 and escalation support, including advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implementation of long-term engineering solutions. * Hands-on experience architecting, optimizing and operating endpoint management platforms, such as Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, Microsoft Intune, Jamf, Tanium, or BigFix, with a focus on scalability, automation, and security. * Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field is preferred. Relevant experience may substitute for education requirements. * Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical, high-visibility operational environment. ## Description As a Sr. Endpoint Architect II, you will design, engineer, and sustain secure Windows, macOS, and mobile endpoint environments supporting a high-visibility, mission-critical customer. This role blends architectural ownership with hands-on execution, requiring you to deliver scalable, resilient, and compliant endpoint solutions in classified, high-security environments. You will play a critical role in driving operational stability, accelerating delivery, and enabling mission success across the federal government through disciplined engineering and immediate contribution within an Agile execution model., * Manage endpoint imaging, patching, vulnerability remediation, and full device lifecycle processes * Support, optimize, and scale enterprise endpoint management platforms (e.g., MECM, Intune, Jamf) * Resolve complex Tier 3 endpoint issues in support of service desk operations * Drive automation, standardization, and performance improvements across endpoint operations * Integrate endpoint solutions with identity, network, and cybersecurity systems aligned to Zero Trust principles * Participate in Agile execution and contribute to iterative delivery of secure solutions * Maintain secure, compliant client environments in high-security settings * Communicate effectively with technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership * Establish and maintain strong customer trust and confidence through technical expertise * Deliver innovative, mission-aligned solutions tailored to customer needs ## Related Videos - [Xcode development redefAIned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100195-xcode-development-redefained) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Harnessing Apple Intelligence: Live Coding with Swift for iOS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1515-harnessing-apple-intelligence-live-coding-with-swift-for-ios) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Let your iOS app read texts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/167-let-your-ios-app-read-texts) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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