Systems Engineer III - Software Packager

Overview

Remote eligible.

First Citizens Bank is one of the top financial services providers in the nation, recognized and awarded for our customer satisfaction, sustainable profitability, and overall stability and security. Our associates make First Citizens Bank a great place for our clients to do business. Those who grow, achieve and succeed with First Citizens Bank are those who share our core values of integrity, service excellence and stability.

As a Systems Engineer III – Software Packager you will be a member of the bank s Associate Technology Services team. This role will be responsible for packaging and deploying new desktop software for internal requests and enterprise-wide projects. This role will also provide software installation and deployment guidance to the Bank s Tier-1 and Tier-2 support teams. Lastly, this position will create custom reports per requests and perform other related tasks including compliance reporting and change management using industry-standard deployment and reporting tools like Service Now, MECM/SCCM, Jamf, SQL Queries, CM Reporting Services, etc.

• Application Packaging:
  • Create and modify software installation packages for macOS and Windows applications using industry-standard methods and tools (e.g., CM Task Sequences, Flexera Admin Studio, MSIX Packaging Tool, Advanced Installer, Jamf, Install Shield, Power Shell, etc.), ensuring adherence to enterprise standards and security protocols.
  • Develop and maintain scripts and wrappers (e.g., Power Shell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT), VBScript, Power Shell, Bash) for automating application installations and deployments.
  • Implement and manage privilege elevation solutions for application deployments.
  • Create and maintain accurate documentation of packaging processes and procedures.
• Deployment and Troubleshooting:
  • Coordinate with software owners, project team stakeholders and software packaging requestors to gather application packaging, testing & deployment requirements.
  • Assist with the automated deployment of packaged software using tools like Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) and Jamf.
  • Perform testing and validation of application packages to ensure functionality and compatibility across different macOS and Windows versions.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application and package-related issues, including deployment failures and compatibility problems.
  • Provide support for desktop-related projects, including operating system upgrades, deployments, and patching.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Ensure all application packages conform to established enterprise and industry security standards
  • Implement and maintain secure coding practices and integrate security testing into the development lifecycle.
  • Regularly update and patch systems to address vulnerabilities and stay ahead of emerging threats.
  • Adhere to strict access controls and the principle of least privilege, limiting access to critical systems and sensitive data.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with other IT teams, including development, security, and operations, to ensure seamless software delivery.
  • Communicate effectively with end-users and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and address concerns.
  • Participate in incident response planning and execute recovery procedures in the event of security breaches.

Bachelor s Degree and 6 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer

• Experience working on installation or application packaging teams in a large enterprise environment.
• Experience working in the banking or financial services industry is a plus.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of MacOS and Windows Desktop Operating Systems.
  • Extensive experience with application packaging tools and technologies (e.g., MSI, MSIX, Flexera Admin Studio, App-V, Power Shell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT), Power Shell, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Power Shell for automation tasks, SQL queries, and creation of custom MECM reports.
  • Familiarity with deployment tools like Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM, Jamf…