Intune Architect

Stefanini North America and APAC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An IT services company is seeking an experienced Intune Architect to lead the transition to modern endpoint management utilizing Microsoft Intune and SCCM. Responsibilities include assessing existing infrastructure, overseeing the upgrade processes, and developing migration plans. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science (master's preferred) and a minimum of 5 years' experience in IT infrastructure, emphasizing skills in endpoint management and application packaging.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure or endpoint management.
• Proven experience in large-scale enterprise environments with Intune and SCCM.
• Knowledge of security compliance standards in endpoint management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventory and assessment of existing SCCM infrastructure.
• Evaluate co-management status and current capabilities.
• Perform readiness checks for SCCM upgrades.
• Oversee the upgrade process and validate site health.
• Develop a phased migration plan for workstations using Autopilot.

Skills

Microsoft Intune

SCCM

Azure Active Directory

Application packaging

PowerShell scripting

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Intune Architect to lead our organization in the transition to a modern endpoint management approach utilizing Microsoft Intune and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of endpoint management technologies, co-management strategies, and application packaging. The Intune Architect will play a pivotal role in assessing our current infrastructure, guiding upgrades, and establishing a comprehensive migration strategy to ensure seamless integration and management of devices across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a thorough inventory and assessment of the existing SCCM infrastructure, including versions, roles, and usage.
• Review and evaluate co-management status and current capabilities, including patching, app deployment, and OS deployment.
• Perform readiness checks for SCCM upgrades, ensuring site health, backups, and replication are in place.
• Inventory the existing SCCM app portfolio and identify apps for repackaging for Intune.
• Oversee the upgrade process, ensuring support for co-management and cloud integration features.
• Validate site health, backups, boundary groups, and client versions post-upgrade.
• Link SCCM to Intune via Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center.
• Gradually shift workloads, including compliance, Windows Updates, and app installations.
• Pilot co-managed devices, focusing on hybrid-joined Windows endpoints.
• Configure Autopilot profiles, Enrollment Status Page (ESP), and enrollment settings.
• Test deployments on a sample set of modern devices to validate Azure AD join, app provisioning, and conditional access.
• Enroll pilot iPadOS devices and push configuration profiles and required applications.
• Confirm integration with Microsoft 365 apps, Microsoft Defender, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) controls.
• Define packaging standards, including silent installation, detection rules, and uninstallation processes.
• Establish a packaging and testing process to ensure application compatibility.
• Scope the migration path by endpoint type (Workstations, Servers, Engineering Test Devices).
• Build a detailed roadmap, define roles and responsibilities (RACI), and identify necessary resources.
• Develop a phased migration plan for the workstation fleet using Autopilot and Intune.
• Plan special handling for Engineering Test Devices and evaluate the retention of SCCM or transition to Azure ARC for servers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, endpoint management, or systems administration.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Intune and SCCM (MECM) in large-scale enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of Azure Active Directory, Autopilot, and mobile device management (MDM).
• Expertise in application packaging and deployment methodologies.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automation of management tasks.
• Knowledge of security compliance standards and best practices in endpoint management.
• Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals or higher.
• Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.