Unified Endpoint Management - Engineering Lead

Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. The Digital Modernization Sector brings together our digital transformation and IT programs, allowing us to better serve our customers through scale and repeatability. Unified Endpoint Management - Engineering Lead The Engineering Lead will be responsible for leading a team of Unified Endpoint Management engineers with primary responsibility for managing the end user computing environment, including workstations, printers, mobile devices, VTC, and telephony. The Lead will directly manage the end‑user computing environment and oversee a team of two endpoint engineers. The workstation environment is primarily Windows 11, managed through Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM). Responsibilities include maintaining the image, conducting regular security patching, testing and deploying applications as requested and approved, validating new hardware, and developing and implementing refreshes of both hardware and operating systems. Additionally, the role involves developing scripts to automate processes and improve efficiency, combining hands‑on technical work with leadership in guiding and mentoring a team. Key Responsibilities Lead the administration and support of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), managing software deployments, updates, patches, and configurations across the organization. Develop and maintain MECM configurations and collections for efficient deployment of operating systems, applications, and patches. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to MECM clients, deployment failures, and other endpoint‑related issues. Monitor and maintain MECM infrastructure and ensure it meets organizational needs for scalability, security, and performance. Lead the implementation and configuration of AdminStudio to support application packaging, deployment, and software virtualization. Collaborate with application owners to create, test, and deploy application packages in AdminStudio. Ensure compatibility of applications with endpoint systems and manage packaging processes to streamline deployment. Develop, test, and maintain scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Batch, VBScript) to automate system management tasks such as software deployments, configuration changes, and system updates. Use scripting to improve efficiency in managing endpoint devices, reduce manual intervention, and ensure consistency across deployments. Work with other team members to identify areas where automation and scripting can improve workflow efficiency. Work closely with security teams to ensure endpoints are compliant with security policies, patches, and software updates. Support endpoint configuration for compliance monitoring and reporting. Ensure all endpoints are adequately protected from vulnerabilities and potential threats. Create and maintain documentation for MECM configurations, packaging processes, and automation scripts. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience. Additional years of experience will be considered AND accepted in lieu of a degree. 7+ years of experience in endpoint management, with at least 5 years of hands‑on experience supporting Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and AdminStudio OR similar tools. Proven experience developing and maintaining scripts for endpoint automation (e.g., PowerShell, Batch, VBScript). Familiarity with Active Directory, Group Policy, and other endpoint management technologies. Experience with endpoint security management, including software patching and compliance reporting. Familiarity with SQL queries for reporting and troubleshooting in MECM. Knowledge of Windows Server and Windows OS configurations and management. The individual selected for this position must successfully complete and maintain a Public Trust security investigation by the government. US Citizenship. Additional Attributes That Will Help Make One Successful Strong troubleshooting skills for resolving deployment failures, configuration issues, and system performance problems. Ability to think critically and identify solutions that improve processes and enhance operational efficiency. Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide junior engineers and cross‑functional teams. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams. Desirable Qualifications Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate or other Microsoft certifications related to endpoint management. AdminStudio Certification or similar packaging tool certification. ITIL Foundation or similar IT service management certifications. Familiarity with Power BI or other reporting tools for generating endpoint management metrics and dashboards. Experience with other endpoint management tools (e.g., SCCM, Intune, AirWatch). Please Note: The program budget salary for this role could fall anywhere between $120,000 and low/mid $135,000 with a slight wiggle room (no guarantees) based on relevant experience and assessment. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Leidos