System Engineer - Level 2 - SCCM System Engineer

Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company that provides high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients. We are looking for a talented and passionate candidate who would support one of our clients located in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. Job Description: Digital Services Endpoint Management Team requires an experienced Microsoft SCCM/Microsoft Configuration Manager (MCM) system engineer to perform all aspects of SCCM administration, maintenance, and operation of the SCCM Global Enterprise Solution used for Microsoft patch management, software distribution, operating system deployment, and hardware and software inventory across multiple networks. Duties include: monitoring SCCM infrastructure system health; managing boundaries and collections; making required configuration changes; and investigating, analyzing and resolve technical issues and actively pursue mechanisms for preventing, or automating the response to reoccurrences. The candidate will ensure the SCCM infrastructure functions properly with PKI-based authentication, corporate authorization services, firewalls, and SSL/TLS communications. The candidate will contribute to development and ongoing improvement of industry best practices and standards for deploying enterprise desktop technologies. The candidate assist with the Enterprise Microsoft monthly patch ingest/test/deployment cycle (Patch Tuesday). The candidate will assist with testing and deploying hotfixes/patches/new releases to the SCCM Infrastructure. The candidate will assist with development of knowledge articles, documentation, and work instructions used by the SCCM, server, desktop teams, Tier 2/3 Help Desk technicians and remote/deployed units. Critical Skills: • The ideal candidate will have 3 years direct experience in the implementation, administration, and configuration of SCCM in a global enterprise environment (for hundreds to thousands of endpoints) across multiple air-gap networks. • 5-10 years computer/IT professional experience with Windows Server Administrator; Win Server 2016, 2019 or 2022 OR Windows SQL Server. • Extensive working knowledge of and troubleshooting experience with standard (Windows) client platform administration, configuration, rights management and file access permissions needed to remediate issues. • Must be proficient with troubleshooting Windows Desktop and Server OS • Experience managing a desktop OS image for large corporate environments coupled with experience with desktop deployment automation architecture, design/migration and troubleshooting is highly preferred. • Extensive working knowledge of the Windows registry, interaction of drivers within the OS, and unattended/silent installs of Windows operating systems is highly preferred. • Must be a self-starter with strong attention to detail. Day Shift - Mon-Fri Salary: $119k - $247k depending on experience and contract. Excellent benefits package, including up to 3 weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays. Eligible for health care (single and family) immediately. 401(k) plan with employer match available. Qualifications: Bachelors degree with 14 years experience or HS/GED with 19 years experience in systems.engineering. Required Skills: Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex issues. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Firewall Configuration Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (MS SCCM) Must be a self-starter with strong attention to detail Patch Management Process Documentation Rights Management Setting up Permissions Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, SSL/TLS, and related protocols. Windows Server 2016, 2019, or 2022 Desired Skills: Image Processing Microsoft SQL Proficiency in scripting languages (eg, PowerShell) for automation and configuration management tasks Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail (Candidate shall have appropriate certification in compliance with the requirements of the DoD 8570 Information Assurance Category IAT Level II. Security or higher cert required upon submission.) STRATUM NETWORKS OVERVIEW: Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company with expert knowledge of implementing secure infrastructure, providing security integration, development, assessment and training solutions. Our high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients create robust, secure network infrastructure, policies, and procedures for local and global, terrestrial and satellite networks. As leading experts in their fields, our certified and highly experienced network, software development, IT support and security professionals are able to provide the necessary design, implementation, and consulting services to meet the demanding requirements of mission-critical networks. To learn more, visit www.stratumnet.com . Stratum Networks, Inc is an equal opportunity employer, who participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.