EUC Senior Engineer

Sidley Austin; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP seeks an EUC Senior Engineer to lead end-user computing efforts, including desktop management, patching, software distribution, and automation. You will design, implement, and maintain workstation solutions using Intune, Entra, and other tools, while ensuring a secure, reliable environment.

The role requires advanced Windows expertise and collaboration with IT teams. The position includes on-call rotations and a competitive compensation package with bonus eligibility and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in CS, engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience supporting enterprise workstation environments.
• Advanced Windows 10/11 experience with patching, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with macOS/Jamf, Intune, and endpoint management tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for Firm workstation technologies and end-user computing.
• Design, implement, maintain, and support desktop management solutions and automation.
• Monitor workstation environment; develop queries and reports to identify trends and risks.
• Document and maintain patching, software distribution, and deployment processes.
• Resolve complex workstation issues in coordination with IT teams.
• Collaborate to evaluate and implement new or enhanced software distribution solutions.
• Maintain firm-standard workstation configuration, BIOS, drivers, and policies.
• Develop scripts and tools to improve deployment and support.
• Coordinate hardware/software evaluations and QA testing.

Skills

Endpoint management

Windows administration

Scripting

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Entra

NinjaOne

PowerShell

Aternity

Recast Application Workspace

Patch My PC

Group Policy

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Manager

Job description

The EUC Senior Engineer serves as a technical subject matter expert for the Firm’s workstation environment and is responsible for the design, implementation, automation, maintenance, and support of end user computing technologies. This role develops and improves solutions for workstation configuration, software distribution, patching, endpoint management, and related technologies; resolves complex technical issues; and partners with Information Technology teams to maintain a secure, reliable, and efficient end-user computing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for Firm workstation technologies, including Windows operating systems, web browsers, endpoint configuration, and related technologies.
• Design, implement, maintain, and support desktop management solutions using technologies such as Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra, NinjaOne, PowerShell, Aternity, Recast Application Workspace, Patch My PC, Group Policy, and BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Manager.
• Monitor and analyze the workstation environment using endpoint management and monitoring tools; develop queries, reports, inventory data, and events to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design, document, maintain, and troubleshoot workstation patching, software distribution, and application deployment processes to support a reliable and secure end user computing environment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex workstation and application issues, partnering with application support and other Information Technology teams to develop comprehensive solutions.
• Partner with the EUC & Remote Access Manager to evaluate, recommend, design, and implement new or enhanced software distribution and workstation management solutions.
• Design, document, and maintain the Firm-standard workstation environment, including BIOS, boot processes, drivers, services, scheduled tasks, policies, and configuration standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain automated scripts, tools, processes, and procedures that improve workstation configuration, deployment, management, and support.
• Coordinate the evaluation and configuration of standard and non-standard personal computer hardware and partner with Quality Assurance to test workstation configurations and automated software deployments.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant technologies and industry trends and participate in rotating 24x7 on-call support as required.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience supporting and engineering desktop technologies in an enterprise environment.
• Advanced experience with Windows workstation operating systems, including Windows 10 and Windows 11.
• Advanced experience with application packaging, software distribution, endpoint patching, and troubleshooting software installation and deployment issues.
• Experience with macOS and Jamf.
• Experience managing Windows endpoints using Microsoft Intune or a comparable mobile device management or endpoint management solution.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, and IPv4.
• Experience developing technical documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred:

• Experience developing and troubleshooting system automation scripts, including PowerShell.
• Experience developing SQL queries and creating interactive reports.
• Experience working with WMI, Windows Registry, log files, events, and operating system in-place upgrades.
• Experience with workstation security and vulnerability remediation.
• Relevant technical training or certifications.

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good judgment.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others.
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion in all interactions.

The target salary range for this role is:

$148,200 - $175,000 if located in Illinois.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email [e-mail] (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.