Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) Specialist

Citizant Inc•Brunswick, GA

About The Position

Position Summary: The Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) Specialist is responsible for deploying, configuring, and managing enterprise endpoint systems across a large Windows-based infrastructure. This role ensures consistent delivery of workstation and server configurations, patch management, software distribution, and endpoint compliance in alignment with enterprise IT standards and security policies. The ideal candidate will be a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist with proven experience supporting medium-to-large enterprise environments

Requirements

Experience: Minimum three (3) years of experience in a medium-to-large enterprise environment supporting multiple PCs and servers running Windows-based operating systems.
Certification: Must be certified as a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) or equivalent certification covering MECM/SCCM administration.
Technical Expertise: Proficiency in administering and deploying Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) and its associated site systems.
Experience with operating system deployment (OSD), patch management, software packaging, and hardware/software inventory management.
Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, WSUS, and PowerShell scripting.
Understanding of enterprise endpoint security, compliance, and automation principles.
Communication: Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and cross-team collaboration skills.
Security: U.S. Citizenship required; must be able to obtain or maintain a DHS Public Trust clearance (Secret preferred).

Nice To Haves

Experience managing Apple systems through MECM or integrated management tools (e.g., JAMF).
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (MDAA).
Experience with Azure Active Directory, Intune, or Microsoft Endpoint Manager in hybrid environments.
Familiarity with federal IT environments and NIST 800-series compliance standards.
Strong analytical and automation skills with PowerShell or System Center Orchestrator.

Responsibilities

Administer, maintain, and optimize Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) to manage Windows-based endpoints across enterprise networks.
Plan, design, and deploy MECM site systems, hierarchies, and roles to support enterprise IT infrastructure.
Package and deploy software, security updates, and operating system images using MECM.
Configure and monitor client health, compliance baselines, collections, and deployments.
Manage endpoint security policies, group policy integrations, and compliance reporting in collaboration with cybersecurity and systems teams.
Develop and maintain task sequences, custom scripts, and automation processes to streamline software distribution and system imaging.
Perform system updates, backups, and version upgrades of MECM infrastructure components.
Coordinate with Systems, Network, and Security Engineers to troubleshoot deployment issues, endpoint connectivity, and compliance problems.
Generate and analyze performance metrics, compliance dashboards, and software inventory reports for management and audit purposes.
Maintain documentation of MECM configurations, processes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Support lifecycle management for desktops, laptops, and servers, ensuring alignment with DHS or enterprise configuration baselines.
(Preferred) Assist with Apple device management integration within MECM environments or via related platforms (e.g., JAMF).