Application Packager (DV)

LA International; Reading; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking an experienced Application Packager for a client near Reading. You will lead packaging for Windows 10/11, manage complex applications, and ensure successful deployment with MECM, MSI transforms, and scripting.

The role requires DV clearance, readiness to start ASAP, and a 6-month initial contract. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement to support secure software delivery across sensitive environments.

Qualifications

• Proven enterprise packaging experience in desktop transformation/large managed-service environments.
• Packaging for Windows 10/11 with complex apps, dependencies, drivers, licensing, or config.
• Expert MSI knowledge: transforms, custom actions, repair, verbose logging.
• Hands-on MECM Current Branch deployment: app model, collections, distribution points, detection methods.
• PowerShell scripting for packaging/deployment, including PSADT.

Skills

Enterprise packaging experience

Windows packaging (Win10/11)

Windows Installer MSI

PowerShell scripting

Documentation & reporting

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Flexera AdminStudio

InstallShield

ORCA

MECM

PSADT

Job description

Our client is a global systems integrator who requires an experienced Application Packager for a customer based near to Reading.

START: ASAP

DURATION: INITIALLY 6 MONTHS

RATE: £65.00 - £85.00 PER HOUR

IR35: INSIDE IR35

LOCATION: READING

CLEARANCE: DV

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES

• Proven enterprise application packaging experience, ideally gained within a desktop transformation or large managed-service environment.
• Strong packaging experience for Windows 10 and Windows 11, including complex applications with dependencies, drivers, licensing or custom configuration.
• Expert knowledge of Windows Installer (MSI) technology, including transforms, custom actions, repair behaviour and verbose logging.
• Hands-on experience with Flexera AdminStudio / InstallShield and ORCA (or equivalent packaging toolsets).
• Strong MECM Current Branch application deployment experience, including the application model, collections, distribution points, detection methods and deployment troubleshooting.
• PowerShell scripting for packaging and deployment, ideally including the PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT).
• A structured troubleshooting approach using tools such as Process Monitor, installer logs and capture/snapshot tools.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory and Group Policy as they relate to application targeting and deployment.
• Practical experience of working within Change and Release Management in a controlled environment.
• Ability to produce clear package documentation, working instructions and reporting.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills, with the confidence to engage application owners and stakeholders directly.
• Well organised and self-motivated, able to prioritise competing requests and work methodically through issues.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience packaging for older Windows versions (e.g. Windows 7), App-V sequencing, and maintaining legacy BAT or VBScript installers, as some specialist applications remain in service.
• PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT).
• MSIX packaging, Intune Win32 app deployment or co-management.
• VMware App Volumes, Citrix or VDI application delivery.
• Experience in defence, government or other air-gapped / disconnected environments, including secure media handling.
• MECM OS deployment, task sequences and gold build processes.
• C# or other languages used for custom actions or tooling.
• ServiceNow, ITIL Foundation, and an understanding of agile and waterfall project delivery.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, cloud technologies and relevant vendor certifications (e.g. Flexera, Microsoft).

Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.