Microsoft Configuration Manager Deployment Administrator

Peraton•Sterling, VA

12d•$104,000 - $166,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Microsoft Configuration Manager Deployment Administrator (“MCM Admin”) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals on our Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT) Consular Affairs Enterprise Infrastructure Operations (CAEIO) Program. CAEIO provides IT Operations and Maintenance to modernize the legacy networks, applications, and databases supporting consular applications services globally. The MCM Admin will be a member of the Windows Services Patching Support Team which provides enterprise-level support for software distribution and systems management using MCM, Windows Server Operating System, and Active Directory in the Consular Affairs environment. Responsibilities Support MCM environments and enterprise software deployment operations. Track, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system and deployment-related issues. Monitor system performance and ensure stability in software distribution services. Implement system upgrades and configuration changes in accordance with approved change management processes. Support critical incident response activities in a collaborative, multi-team environment. Create, test, and deploy task sequences for system imaging and operating system upgrades. Manage software packaging, patch deployment, and application distribution efforts. Analyze MCM log files and troubleshoot issues. Develop and maintain custom queries and reports to monitor deployment status and performance metrics. Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, deployment procedures, and service records. Coordinate with Security Operations, program management, and government stakeholders to support operational requirements. Participate in scheduled and off-hours maintenance activities as required. Characteristics of team members who thrive on the CAEIO program include: Demonstrate flexibility by managing multiple tasks and re-prioritizing tasks – often to meet tight and periodically changing deadlines. Drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment. Leverage strong written and verbal communications skills to prepare and present technical documentation to audiences with different levels of technical knowledge. Transition seamlessly between being self-directed with limited supervision to being a team player who takes direction from others. Collaborate effectively with government customers and cross-functional contract teams.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience installing, configuring, managing, and maintaining Windows Server class systems.
Minimum 5 years of experience managing and deploying software using Microsoft Configuration Manager.
Minimum 2 years of experience utilizing scripting languages (PowerShell/VB, etc.) to automate software installations and create software packages/applications.
Minimum 1 year of experience managing systems/deploying software updates using Microsoft Intune and/or Azure Arc.
Certification in Windows technologies (MCSE/MCSA) or an equivalent combination of training, certification, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of configuration management and deployment processes.
Working knowledge of government IT security standards and best practices.
Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025
Windows 11 Workstation
Microsoft Windows MCM
Microsoft SQL Server
Windows PowerShell/VB Scripting technologies
Microsoft Intune
Azure Arc
Minimum 12 years with HS diploma; Minimum 10 years with AS; Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA

Responsibilities

Support MCM environments and enterprise software deployment operations.
Track, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system and deployment-related issues.
Monitor system performance and ensure stability in software distribution services.
Implement system upgrades and configuration changes in accordance with approved change management processes.
Support critical incident response activities in a collaborative, multi-team environment.
Create, test, and deploy task sequences for system imaging and operating system upgrades.
Manage software packaging, patch deployment, and application distribution efforts.
Analyze MCM log files and troubleshoot issues.
Develop and maintain custom queries and reports to monitor deployment status and performance metrics.
Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, deployment procedures, and service records.
Coordinate with Security Operations, program management, and government stakeholders to support operational requirements.
Participate in scheduled and off-hours maintenance activities as required.