Senior Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager; MECM Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Senior Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) Engineer with Security Clearance
In support of a challenging, critical, and rewarding program that provides integrated voice, video, and data services throughout the Information Technology lifecycle, Amentum is seeking a Senior MECM Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team of IT professionals dedicated to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. You must be a critical thinker, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment.

We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.

Work Schedule:

• 5 Days (Mon – Fri); 8 hrs/Day; 40 hrs/wkly

Essential Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Senior MECM Systems Engineer include, but are not limited to the following:

• Architect and design scalable solutions to support the dynamic and growing requirements of the DCIN-TS Enterprise Services (ES) environment, ensuring long-term sustainability and adaptability.

• Develop and implement industry-standard best practices for patch management, covering both routine updates and zero-day vulnerabilities. Ensure all processes are thoroughly documented for seamless operational handoff and sustainment by the operations team.

• Provide Tier 3 support to assist the operations team with the deployment of applications and application updates, ensuring deployments align with pre-defined functional and security criteria.

• Deliver Tier 2 support to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to failed patch deployments, application malfunctions, or conflicts arising during the patching process.

• Create detailed documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for newly established processes, including manual steps, to facilitate knowledge transfer, soft handoffs, and effective cross-training among support personnel.

• Manage and maintain the MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and integration with future third-party tools or enhancements.

• Monitor and track Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Service Level Objectives (SLOs), compiling and delivering performance and compliance reports as required.

• Collaborate closely with enterprise and program security teams to ensure all security requirements and controls are implemented and maintained within established deadlines.

• Research emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their applicability to DCIN-TS ES operations, and present findings and recommendations that align with mission objectives and customer needs.

• Foster clear, consistent, and collaborative communication with internal teams, stakeholders, and external customers to support alignment, transparency, and shared understanding across all levels. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or the ability to acquire Top Secret/SCI  
• Must have 8+ years of proven experience in the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and its required components.

• Experience in managing Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) in a multi-forest environment.

• Comprehensive understanding of Active Directory and its seamless integration with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) environments.

• In-depth understanding of Microsoft SQL Server, clustering technologies, and database replication.

• Thorough understanding of Pre-boot execution environments (PXE) including its interaction with layer 3 devices and DHCP.

• Proven experience in automation using Microsoft Power Shell and other scripting technologies.

• Proven experience in creating comprehensive reports using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and Power BI.

• Proven experience in creating dynamic task sequences to automate the installation and upgrade of operating systems.

• Extensive experience in developing and deploying software packages using MSI,…