Endpoint Engineer

End Client: Virginia Information Technology Agency

Job Title: IT Security Analyst 3 / Endpoint Engineer (Software/Patch)

Duration: 12+ Months

Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

Position Type: Contract

Interview Type: Web Cam Interview Only

Ceipal ID: SVA_SEC050_KV

Job Code: 814050

Department: State Corporation Commission (SCC)

Scope of Project:

The State Corporation Commission (SCC) is seeking an Endpoint Engineer to support enterprise software and patch deployment activities. This role is responsible for reviewing endpoint vulnerability metrics and executing remediation through targeted software and patch deployments. The engineer will troubleshoot deployment failures, patching issues, and configuration problems, providing detailed root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Additionally, the position contributes to maintaining a secure, compliant, and reliable endpoint environment across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Engineer, modify, package, and deploy commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software across enterprise endpoint environments.
• Develop and maintain deployment packages using tools such as Microsoft Intune, Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) or similar endpoint management platforms.
• Perform compatibility testing and configuration adjustments to ensure reliable software installation and operation across diverse device profiles.
• Automate software deployment workflows to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
• Collaborate with application owners and security teams to evaluate software update requirements, dependencies, and risks.
• Support enterprise patch management processes, including testing, scheduling, deploying, and validating OS and third-party updates.
• Monitor vulnerability reports from tools such as Rapid7, Qualys, Tenable, Defender for Endpoint, etc., and assist in prioritizing and remediating endpoint-related risks.
• Troubleshoot deployment failures, patching issues, and endpoint configuration problems, providing root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation for packaging standards, deployment procedures, endpoint baselines, and change management activities.
• Implement and enforce endpoint hardening policies, compliance settings, and configuration baselines.
• Partner with infrastructure, security, and service desk teams to ensure high endpoint reliability, security posture, and user satisfaction.
• Continuously evaluate new technologies, updates, and automation opportunities to optimize endpoint management operations.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Experience and proficiency with Windows 11 operating systems and monthly/annual updates — Required — 4 Years
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications and monthly updates — Required — 4 Years
• Experience and proficiency using an Endpoint Management System — Required — 4 Years
• Experience and proficiency using a Workstation Imaging Solution — Required — 4 Years
• Experience and proficiency using a Service Management Ticketing System — Required — 4 Years
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities — Required — 4 Years
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills — Required — 4 Years
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and as a team — Required — 4 Years
• Ability to work effectively with end users, technical staff, and senior staff – providing exception customer service — Required — 4 Years
• Experience with Microsoft InTune and Autopilot — Desired — 4 Years
• Experience with Microsoft GraphAPI — Desired — 4 Years
• Experience with PatchMyPC — Desired — 4 Years
• Experience with ServiceNow — Desired — 4 Years
• Experience with PowerShell — Desired — 4 Years

V Group Inc. is a NJ-based IT Services and Products Company with its business strategically categorized in various Business Units including Public Sector, Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services, Ecommerce, Projects, and Products. Within Public Sector business unit, we cater IT Professional Services to Federal, State and Local. We have multiple awards/ contracts with 30+ states, including but not limited to NY, CA, FL, GA, MD, MI, NC, OH, OR, CO, CT, TN, PA, TX, VA, NM, VT, and WA.

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