The Sr. Systems Engineer will manage the endpoint infrastructure, focusing on automation, vulnerability management, and identity management, ensuring security and reliability.
Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
* Job Summary
* The Sr. Systems Engineer is a pivotal technical role responsible for the design, implementation, management, and support of our organization's endpoint infrastructure. This individual will lead the Automation and Vulnerability Management initiatives related to Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECCM/SCCM), Active Directory, Entra ID, SSO. Scripting and automation and familiarity with ServiceNow.
* What you will do:
* Key Responsibilities Security & Compliance:
* Manage and implement Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) certificates for endpoint authentication, encryption, and secure communication.
* Hands-on management of certificate tools (Venafi, CybarArk, Keyfactor, Sectigo, DigiCert, etc.)
* Enterprise CA knowledge and certificate management. Vulnerability Management:
* Focus on SaaS solutions similar to Ivanti, Tanium, Automox, etc. for vulnerability management as we move to modernize our environment.
* Lead the design, implementation, and administration of MECCM/SCCM, including OS deployment (OSD), software distribution, patch management, compliance baselines, and reporting.
* Optimize MECCM/SCCM infrastructure for performance, reliability, and scalability across global sites.
* Knowledge of Red Hat Satellite. Identity and Access Management:
* Serve as a subject matter expert for Active Directory and Entra ID.
* Single Sign-On solutions using Entra ID with a focus on automation.
* Manage Azure App Registrations, Service Principals, Managed Identities, and Client Secrets.
* Knowledge Conditional Access policies. Automation & Orchestration:
* Automate administrative tasks and integrate systems using scripting with PowerShell, Python, and Microsoft Graph API, etc.
* Optimize System Center Orchestrator (SCORCH) runbooks for advanced automation workflows related to endpoint and server management.
* Automation and deployment of Virtual servers on-prem and in Azure for both Windows and Linux.
* Knowledge of Red Hat Ansible and runbooks. Infrastructure Management:
* Extensive knowledge of Windows Server (all recent versions) and Linux Server operating systems, including administration, patching, and troubleshooting. IT Service Management:
* Apply ITIL standards and best practices to incident, problem, change, and release management processes within the endpoint engineering domain. Leadership & Mentorship:
* Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training our support staff.
* What we expect of you:
* Bachelor's degree and 7 years of Information Technology Engineering experience, OR
* 11 years of Information Technology Engineering experience.
* Demonstrated experience with Automation and Vulnerability Management MECCM/SCCM as well as SaaS solution such as Ivanti, Tanium, Automox, etc.
* Experience with automation with Powershell and Red Hat Ansible.
* Experience with Entra ID and authentication, Microsoft PIM, SSO, Application Registrations.
* Experience with certificate tools, such as CyberArk, Keyfactor, Sectigo, or DigiCert.
* Understanding of scoped applications, how and when to utilize them, how to develop and deploy.
* Active listening skills, respecting others' point of view and takes ownership of contributing the required input while demonstrating strong communication skills (written, interpersonal, and presentational).
* Proven experience as a key technical resource leading the development and delivery of solutions.
* Experience with Agile methods of software development and delivery.
* ServiceNow experience, a plus. Pay range: $119,000 - $185,000 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/) Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials #LI-SC3
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
* Job Summary
* The Sr. Systems Engineer is a pivotal technical role responsible for the design, implementation, management, and support of our organization's endpoint infrastructure. This individual will lead the Automation and Vulnerability Management initiatives related to Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECCM/SCCM), Active Directory, Entra ID, SSO. Scripting and automation and familiarity with ServiceNow.
* What you will do:
* Key Responsibilities Security & Compliance:
* Manage and implement Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) certificates for endpoint authentication, encryption, and secure communication.
* Hands-on management of certificate tools (Venafi, CybarArk, Keyfactor, Sectigo, DigiCert, etc.)
* Enterprise CA knowledge and certificate management. Vulnerability Management:
* Focus on SaaS solutions similar to Ivanti, Tanium, Automox, etc. for vulnerability management as we move to modernize our environment.
* Lead the design, implementation, and administration of MECCM/SCCM, including OS deployment (OSD), software distribution, patch management, compliance baselines, and reporting.
* Optimize MECCM/SCCM infrastructure for performance, reliability, and scalability across global sites.
* Knowledge of Red Hat Satellite. Identity and Access Management:
* Serve as a subject matter expert for Active Directory and Entra ID.
* Single Sign-On solutions using Entra ID with a focus on automation.
* Manage Azure App Registrations, Service Principals, Managed Identities, and Client Secrets.
* Knowledge Conditional Access policies. Automation & Orchestration:
* Automate administrative tasks and integrate systems using scripting with PowerShell, Python, and Microsoft Graph API, etc.
* Optimize System Center Orchestrator (SCORCH) runbooks for advanced automation workflows related to endpoint and server management.
* Automation and deployment of Virtual servers on-prem and in Azure for both Windows and Linux.
* Knowledge of Red Hat Ansible and runbooks. Infrastructure Management:
* Extensive knowledge of Windows Server (all recent versions) and Linux Server operating systems, including administration, patching, and troubleshooting. IT Service Management:
* Apply ITIL standards and best practices to incident, problem, change, and release management processes within the endpoint engineering domain. Leadership & Mentorship:
* Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training our support staff.
* What we expect of you:
* Bachelor's degree and 7 years of Information Technology Engineering experience, OR
* 11 years of Information Technology Engineering experience.
* Demonstrated experience with Automation and Vulnerability Management MECCM/SCCM as well as SaaS solution such as Ivanti, Tanium, Automox, etc.
* Experience with automation with Powershell and Red Hat Ansible.
* Experience with Entra ID and authentication, Microsoft PIM, SSO, Application Registrations.
* Experience with certificate tools, such as CyberArk, Keyfactor, Sectigo, or DigiCert.
* Understanding of scoped applications, how and when to utilize them, how to develop and deploy.
* Active listening skills, respecting others' point of view and takes ownership of contributing the required input while demonstrating strong communication skills (written, interpersonal, and presentational).
* Proven experience as a key technical resource leading the development and delivery of solutions.
* Experience with Agile methods of software development and delivery.
* ServiceNow experience, a plus. Pay range: $119,000 - $185,000 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/) Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials #LI-SC3
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.
Top Skills
Active Directory
Azure
Cyberark
Digicert
Entra Id
Keyfactor
Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
Microsoft Graph Api
Powershell
Python
Red Hat Ansible
Red Hat Satellite
Sccm
Sectigo
Servicenow
Venafi
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