SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.
Microsoft Configuration Engineer
SkyePoint Decisions, Inc., Springfield, Virginia, us, 22161
OverviewSkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively – anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.
As a SkyePoint employee you will be given the opportunity to support some of our nation’s most critical information systems by utilizing not only your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, but those that you will learn in your new role. In your new role as a cyber security professional, you will protect our customer’s most sensitive data and complex systems from all forms of threats including cyber-attacks, insider threats, rogue network devices, and malicious software and applications. You will work with a team of like-minded professionals to share and collaborate upon your ideas to improve the cybersecurity infrastructure, architecture, and configuration deployments. Your ideas and contributions will matter.
This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.
ResponsibilitiesSkyepoint Decisions is seeking a Microsoft Configuration Engineer for the System Configuration Management (SCM) team within DOS. SCM is comprised of a team that manages multiple MECM infrastructures made up of both physical and virtual systems and that spans a very large enterprise.
This role may allow for a hybrid schedule depending on customer's need.
This position requires a multifaceted individual with experience and interest in Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), a good working knowledge of Windows-based systems management, a working knowledge of linux based systems, SQL querying skills, and familiarity with both physical and virtual hardware platforms. The candidate will be a part of a team that manages an enterprise infrastructure consisting of both virtual and physical systems, multiple MECM infrastructures and WSUS instances. The team is responsible for the delivery of software updates and patches, as well as providing Tier III support to resolve customer issues.
Responsibilities Include:
Monitoring and troubleshooting MECM related infrastructures and services.
Installing, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting SQL instances. Using T-SQL to create reporting on MECM status and performance.
Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting WSUS servers.
Managing and maintaining physical hardware and associated networking components.
Creating and managing GPOs; creating and managing associated objects in Active Directory.
Creating scripts using PowerShell to perform tasks related to MECM management and configuration.
Some re-engineering of patch & software packaging for various MECM infrastructures and reporting solutions as technologies change and/or problems are identified and mitigated.
The team also supports CyberSecurity and Incident Response related packaging and deployment efforts. These duties include rapid and non-duty hours support for cybersecurity incidents and other high priority, unexpected initiatives.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:
BS degree in a computer science/computer engineering related discipline and 6+ years of experience or no degree with additional years of experience with MECM, WSUS, T-SQL, and system management of Windows-based OS.
Patch management experience especially with regard to Microsoft products, i.e. Windows Update Agent, Microsoft Entra, and WSUS.
MECM/Entra hands on experience (ability to leverage console, create objects and troubleshoot issues).
Scripting language experience, specifically PowerShell.
GPO administration and Active Directory experience.
Experience troubleshooting and managing Windows Operating Systems, WMI, and client agent administration.
SQL experience.
Ability to work unsupervised.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Active Top Secret clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of cyber security concepts.
Experience with patching Linux environments is a plus.
PowerBI skills are a plus.
What We Can Offer You:
At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.
Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched.
Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.
SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program.
Flexible Work Environment.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $130,000-$180,000
The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package.
Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.
In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.
SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
Please be aware of recruiting scams and people claiming to be from SkyePoint Decisions. For more information, please see the Welcome Page of our Careers site.
Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer.
U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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As a SkyePoint employee you will be given the opportunity to support some of our nation’s most critical information systems by utilizing not only your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, but those that you will learn in your new role. In your new role as a cyber security professional, you will protect our customer’s most sensitive data and complex systems from all forms of threats including cyber-attacks, insider threats, rogue network devices, and malicious software and applications. You will work with a team of like-minded professionals to share and collaborate upon your ideas to improve the cybersecurity infrastructure, architecture, and configuration deployments. Your ideas and contributions will matter.
This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.
ResponsibilitiesSkyepoint Decisions is seeking a Microsoft Configuration Engineer for the System Configuration Management (SCM) team within DOS. SCM is comprised of a team that manages multiple MECM infrastructures made up of both physical and virtual systems and that spans a very large enterprise.
This role may allow for a hybrid schedule depending on customer's need.
This position requires a multifaceted individual with experience and interest in Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), a good working knowledge of Windows-based systems management, a working knowledge of linux based systems, SQL querying skills, and familiarity with both physical and virtual hardware platforms. The candidate will be a part of a team that manages an enterprise infrastructure consisting of both virtual and physical systems, multiple MECM infrastructures and WSUS instances. The team is responsible for the delivery of software updates and patches, as well as providing Tier III support to resolve customer issues.
Responsibilities Include:
Monitoring and troubleshooting MECM related infrastructures and services.
Installing, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting SQL instances. Using T-SQL to create reporting on MECM status and performance.
Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting WSUS servers.
Managing and maintaining physical hardware and associated networking components.
Creating and managing GPOs; creating and managing associated objects in Active Directory.
Creating scripts using PowerShell to perform tasks related to MECM management and configuration.
Some re-engineering of patch & software packaging for various MECM infrastructures and reporting solutions as technologies change and/or problems are identified and mitigated.
The team also supports CyberSecurity and Incident Response related packaging and deployment efforts. These duties include rapid and non-duty hours support for cybersecurity incidents and other high priority, unexpected initiatives.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:
BS degree in a computer science/computer engineering related discipline and 6+ years of experience or no degree with additional years of experience with MECM, WSUS, T-SQL, and system management of Windows-based OS.
Patch management experience especially with regard to Microsoft products, i.e. Windows Update Agent, Microsoft Entra, and WSUS.
MECM/Entra hands on experience (ability to leverage console, create objects and troubleshoot issues).
Scripting language experience, specifically PowerShell.
GPO administration and Active Directory experience.
Experience troubleshooting and managing Windows Operating Systems, WMI, and client agent administration.
SQL experience.
Ability to work unsupervised.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Active Top Secret clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of cyber security concepts.
Experience with patching Linux environments is a plus.
PowerBI skills are a plus.
What We Can Offer You:
At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.
Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched.
Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.
SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program.
Flexible Work Environment.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $130,000-$180,000
The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package.
Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.
In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.
SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
Please be aware of recruiting scams and people claiming to be from SkyePoint Decisions. For more information, please see the Welcome Page of our Careers site.
Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer.
U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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