Release and Deployment SCCM Engineer

We are seeking a Release and Deployment SCCM Engineer to join our team supporting NRC in Rockville, MD.

TekSynap is seeking a Release and Deployment Team Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM, formerly referred to as SCCM) expert to work with a team of highly skilled individuals responsible for providing day-to-day operational support in the area of  enterprise software testing, packaging, and deployment as well as management of the NRC’s pre-production and testing environment.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Experience supporting software environments and release deployment in a similar environment (minimum of 4,000 workstations and 1,000 servers) and have orchestrated and executed complex releases and updates in both environments
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) along with ability to manage the console, track deployments and reporting
• AGILE and ITIL expertise as well as experience in leveraging the applicable aspects of each discipline into a client’s Release and Deployment processes
• Experience identifying and offering improvements and enhancements to a client’s Release process and to work with the client to implement changes
• Demonstrated knowledge of programming constructs such as Visual Basic or PowerShell, so as to facilitate customized deployments
• Experience preparing and maintaining communications templates for all deployment activities as well as operate and update web and/or SharePoint portals with associated information
• Experience with multiple development methods and practices, specifically Agile and DevOps
• Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) from a server and infrastructure design perspective, MS Shell scripting, Windows Operating System.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Information Technology or related discipline and 2 years of relevant experience or 5 years relevant experience
• Proven professional who can effectively interact with others to accomplish tasks within tight schedule, ability to prioritize tasks with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must possess good communication skills, be dependable, outgoing and positive with excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Willingness to adjust schedule to match the customer requirements
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) along with ability to manage the console and track deployments
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance 

Desired Skills and Experience:

• SCCM Expertise
• ITIL Foundations v3 Certification (a plus)
• MS scripting and PowerShell experience 

COMPETENCIES 

• MECM Deployments in a large enterprise environment
• Change Management
• Conceptual Thinking
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Expertise
• Initiative
• Foster Innovation
• Results Oriented
• Teamwork

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Rockville, MD
• Type of environment: Office/Remote
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.