IT Engineer (Apple Ecosystem & End-User Security) - Remote (WFH)

Cognitive Medical Systems, Inc.; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognitive Medical Systems, Inc. seeks an IT Engineer to administer our Apple ecosystem, delivering a secure, automated user experience while ensuring endpoints meet federal security standards.

You will manage the Apple fleet, configure Jamf Pro, and maintain security baselines, patches, and EDR across a remote‑first workforce, aligning with HIPAA/NIST requirements and collaborating with vendors as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3-5 years in an individual contributor role managing Apple‑centric enterprise environments.
• Hands‑on experience with Jamf suite of tools (Jamf Pro/Cloud/Connect).
• Strong understanding of EDR solutions and securing macOS in federal healthcare or civilian contexts.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and NIST security frameworks for endpoint management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Cognitive’s Apple fleet and end user help desk service requests.
• Handle Backup and Disaster Recovery, DLP, and antivirus for endpoints.
• Lead configuration and management of MacBook laptops using Jamf Pro with zero‑touch deployment and security baselining.
• Manage help desk requests via Jira Service Management with SLA adherence.
• Design and maintain MDM policies and EDR tools for a remote‑first workforce.

Skills

Apple device management

Hybrid work experience

Security mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Tools

Jamf Pro

Jamf Cloud

Jamf Connect

Job description

Cognitive is an IT and software engineering services company dedicated to elevating the quality, speed and delivery of today’s US government healthcare programs. With a wealth of clinical expertise and hands‑on experience, our team understands the significant challenges our government clients, and their customers, face every day. This real‑world experience equips us to develop IT solutions that seamlessly connect all facets of healthcare delivery. At Cognitive, we’re guiding government agencies to the forefront of technology innovation in healthcare delivery.

Position Overview:

The IT Engineer (Apple Ecosystem) will serve as the administrator for our Apple‑centric environment. This role focuses on delivering a seamless, secure, and automated user experience while ensuring that all endpoints meet rigorous federal security standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary focus will be to manage Cognitive’s Apple fleet and end user help desk service requests
• Manage Backup and Disaster Recovery, DLP, and Anti‑virus for endpoints
• Lead the configuration and management of MacBook laptops using Jamf Pro, ensuring zero‑touch deployment, automated patching, and security baselining
• Manage help desk service requests using Jira Service Management, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and SLA requirements
• Design and maintain MDM policies and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools to protect a remote‑first workforce
• Oversee the IT service desk, ensuring high‑quality support and maintaining SLAs for hardware, software, and identity access issues
• Ensure Apple devices meet NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 controls
• Manage external vendors for hardware procurement and specialized third‑party Apple support

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
• 3-5 years in an individual contributor role managing Apple‑centric enterprise environments
• Hands‑on experience with Jamf suite of tools, such as Jamf Pro, Jamf Cloud, Jamf Connect, etc.
• Strong understanding of EDR solutions and securing macOS within a federal healthcare or civilian agency context
• Working knowledge of HIPAA and NIST security frameworks as they apply to endpoint management
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment, coming into an office as needed, up to three times per week

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with VA, DHA, CMS, HHS, or similar federal healthcare agencies
• Familiarity with FedRAMP Moderate or High environments
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+,Azure, or ITIL
• Experience in small business or SDVOSB environments with growth‑oriented responsibilities

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission‑driven organization making a difference in healthcare IT.
• Collaborate with innovative and passionate professionals that are there to support you at every turn.
• Enjoy a supportive work/life balance with the flexibility of a 100% remote company.
• Benefit from opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic environment.