System Administrator/Endpoint Engineer

Mindlance
Washington, DC, United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source

Tech stack

.NET Framework Microsoft Windows Active Directory Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) User Authentication C Sharp (Programming Language) Google Chrome Configuration Management Software Documentation Information Systems Software Debugging Domain Name System (DNS)
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Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Security Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP) Citrix Systems Windows PowerShell Remote Desktop Services Azure Active Directory TCP/IP WinDBg Windows Desktop Scripting Office365 Microsoft InTune Information Technology Splunk Xendesktop Unified Endpoint Management

Requirements

  • Proven experience with Windows 11 and Microsoft Intune administration, together with working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and services, is required to help maintain a stable and effective desktop platform.
  • Experience with Windows debugging and PowerShell scripting is required; experience with C# development is desirable.
  • Broad understanding of Operating Systems, their basic construct and main characteristics. In-depth Windows experience is a must.
  • Strong familiarity with systems administration disciplines like capacity planning, performance analysis, troubleshooting, trend analysis, etc. in enterprise environments.
  • Implementation of procedures-based solutions to support and monitor the effective operations of an element(s) of the infrastructure.
  • Broad understanding of network models and protocols is a plus.
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory administration as they relate to endpoint identity, device management, Group Policy, and sign-in processes.
  • Experience with virtual/remote desktop & application platforms such as Windows 365, AVD, Citrix XenDesktop and PaloAlto SASE VPN.
  • Troubleshoot escalated incidents requiring software, network, and crash-dump analysis, including Dell and Lenovo driver failures, using tools such as WinDbg in collaboration with other ITS client services teams.
  • Ensure that client policies, procedures and standards are followed.
  • Knowledge of automation and scripting using PowerShell, WMI, and relevant Microsoft APIs is required; experience with .NET or C# is desirable.
  • Good understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, LDAP, Active Directory networking, and endpoint network security, with the ability to diagnose connectivity, authentication, and name-resolution issues.
  • Document detailed incident & problem analysis for major system disruptions.

Selection Criteria:

  • Bachelor s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or a related field.
  • At least five years of Windows desktop engineering or endpoint management experience, with hands-on support across several of the following:

  • Windows 11 deployment, including OEM Ready-to-Provision images
  • Windows debugging and automation with PowerShell or C#
  • Microsoft Configuration Manager and Intune
  • Microsoft 365 applications and services
  • Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome
  • Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, and Group Policy
  • Nexthink, Splunk, or comparable event-log analytics tools

  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and prioritization skills in a multicultural environment.
  • Practical and creative problem-solving ability.
  • Microsoft Endpoint Management and ITIL 4 Foundation certifications are desirable.
  • Experience applying ITIL and SAFe Agile practices is desirable.
  • Ability to coordinate with on-site and offshore teams and support global users.
  • Ability to support R&D activities and provide technical guidance on assigned projects.
  • Ability to produce concise technical and user documentation.

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