Desktop & Windows Engineer

ApplyLogic Consulting Group, LLC

• $120K — $135K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in computer science, business, or relevant field, or 10 years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Deep knowledge of Windows OS internals and configuration, particularly Windows 11.
  • Expertise in Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPO).
  • Strong experience with imaging and deployment tools like MDT and MECM.
  • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with endpoint security measures such as BitLocker and Defender for Endpoint.
  • Familiarity with enterprise networking fundamentals like DNS and DHCP.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager and other tools for software deployment.
  • Develop and implement software distribution packages for various devices.
  • Provide recommendations to meet user software requirements.
  • Implement automated server build processes for OS deployment.
  • Support OS patching infrastructure for security updates.
  • Analyze and recommend hardware for desktops, laptops, and servers.
  • Perform security-related tasks including documentation and vulnerability assessments.

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Life/Short-Term Disability/Critical Illness/Accident Insurance
  • 15 PTO Days
  • 11 Federal Holidays
  • Up to $5K for continuing education and professional development.
Full Job Description
We9re looking for a talented Desktop & Windows Engineer to join our team supporting a complex government client in Washington, DC. If that9s you, get ready to bring your expertise in robust solutions for large-scale deployment of software using OS deployment technologies. As the SME, you will develop and implement Desktop OS Images.

Work Location:
Hybrid - A mix of onsite and remote work.

Clearance:
Must be US citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Apply expert level knowledge to utilization of the following tools: Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), and Configuration Manager Operating System Deployment (OSD).
  • Develop, test, and implement software distribution packages, to include updates to software applications to be applied to desktops, laptops, tablets, and servers used within the enterprise.
  • Provide information and recommendations to meet various user-based software requirements.
  • Demonstrate strong familiarity with scripting languages such as PowerShell and VB script.
  • Implement server OS deployment methodologies to include automated server build processes.
  • Provide support for an OS patching infrastructure such as HCL BigFix or Windows Update/MECM that applies mandatory security updates to enterprise systems.
  • Analyze, evaluate, and recommend desktop, laptop, tablet, and server hardware.
  • Perform security related tasks which include, documentation, vulnerability scan review, assessment support, patch management, and auditing as required.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Bachelor9s in computer science, business, or other relevant disciplines.
  • Ten (10) years of relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement.
  • Deep knowledge of Windows OS (Windows 11) internals, architecture, and configuration
  • Expertise with Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPO), OU structure, and domain services
  • Strong experience with imaging and deployment tools such as MDT, SCCM/MECM, MECM OSD, Autopilot, and Intune
  • Proficiency with device management, compliance policies, configuration profiles, and Windows Update for Business
  • Skilled in PowerShell scripting for automation, reporting, and troubleshooting
  • Experience managing drivers, firmware, hardware standards, and lifecycle management Knowledge of enterprise networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VPN, certificates)
  • Endpoint security: BitLocker, Defender for Endpoint, application control, privilege management
  • Patch management and vulnerability remediation
  • Monitoring and logging using tools like Event Viewer, Log Analytics, SIEM platforms
  • Troubleshooting complex desktop, application, and hardware issues
  • Supporting virtualization technologies (VDI, Hyper-V)
  • Experience in programming languages such as C#, Visual Basic with strong knowledge in .NET.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Deep PowerShell proficiency, including building advanced modules and automating enterprise-scale workflows
  • Strong experience with cloud-based endpoint management (Intune, Azure AD, Conditional Access, Defender for Endpoint)
  • Expertise with modern provisioning methods (Autopilot, ESP customization, scripted deployments)
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust endpoint principles and secure configuration baselines
  • Solid understanding of certificate services, PKI, and enterprise certificate management
  • Experience with Windows troubleshooting using symbols, process monitoring tools, and performance analyzers (ProcMon, WinDbg)


The Perks of Being on Our Team
ApplyLogic offers competitive salaries with a robust Fortune-500 type benefits package. Some of the benefits you will receive when you join us are:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Life/Short-Term Disability/Critical Illness/Accident Insurance
  • 15 PTO Days
  • 11 Federal Holidays
  • Up to $5K towards continuing education and/or professional development


Salary Range
$120,000-$135,000
The posted salary range represents the anticipated compensation for this position. Final compensation will be based on the selected candidate9s qualifications, years of directly relevant experience, education, certifications, security clearance, contract requirements, and other business considerations.

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