Senior Endpoint Engineer (R&D Specialist)

A1fed; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm is seeking a Senior Endpoint Engineer / R&D Specialist in San Antonio, TX. The role involves architecting and developing endpoint management solutions, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards, and leading support efforts. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field, alongside relevant Microsoft certifications, and experience with endpoint management tools like MECM and Intune.

Qualifications

• Experience with hybrid endpoint management and delivery solutions.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance standards.
• Familiarity with mobile device management (MDM) platforms.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop endpoint management solutions for DoD and DHA.
• Lead Tier 3/4 support efforts for endpoint automation.
• Engineer application packaging and security configurations.

Skills

Endpoint management solutions

Application packaging

Cybersecurity standards

PowerShell scripting

Desktop OS image management

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology

Microsoft Certified: Cyber Security Architect Expert

Tools

Microsoft MECM (SCCM)

Intune

Azure

DISA STIG Viewer

Job description

Location: DHA locations in and around San Antonio, TX

Clearance Required: Public Trust (ADP/IT-II) or Tier 3 Investigation (NACLC)

The Senior Endpoint Engineer / R&D Specialist is responsible for architecting, developing, and sustaining endpoint management and delivery solutions that meet DoD and DHA operational and security requirements. This includes designing compliant application packaging, security configurations, software deployments, and mobile device solutions across the hybrid DHA ecosystem. The engineer will also lead Tier 3/4 support efforts, drive endpoint automation and modernization initiatives, and provide technical leadership in support of RMF and Zero Trust alignment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Application Integration & Enterprise Management

• Engineer and deploy endpoint management solutions (MECM, Intune, etc.) for both virtual and physical environments.
• Package, test, and configure baseline applications and images for DHA endpoints.
• Architect endpoint delivery frameworks to support centralized provisioning, patching, monitoring, and sustainment of services across hybrid (on-prem/cloud/SaaS) environments.
• Engineer migration strategies from MECM to Intune and develop modern endpoint reporting capabilities.

Endpoint & Identity Security

• Validate endpoint compliance with DISA STIGs, DoDI 8510.01 (RMF), and NIST cybersecurity standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and apply IA controls across all application and OS lifecycle stages.
• Engineer and maintain endpoint configurations supporting Zero Trust, encryption, data-at-rest (DAR), and continuous monitoring.
• Maintain artifacts in eMASS, including POA&Ms, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring documentation.

Desktop & Endpoint Engineering

• Build and maintain desktop OS images and standard software configurations for enterprise deployment.
• Engineer solutions supporting task sequences, group policies, and profile/data management.
• Modernize legacy configurations and support cloud-managed endpoints for improved user experience and performance.
• Validate application compatibility and implement endpoint enhancements using industry best practices.

Mobile Engineering

• Design and implement mobile device provisioning, OS/firmware upgrades, and security configurations.
• Develop transition plans for migrating MDM platforms while preserving user experience and enterprise controls.

Software Design & System Integration

• Research and develop system-level software solutions, including embedded systems and distribution frameworks.
• Formulate operational specs and conduct in-depth requirement analyses to improve endpoint architectures.

Application Packaging & Automation

• Engineer, script, and deliver application packages using enterprise deployment tools.
• Test application delivery using hypervisors and simulate endpoint software combinations.
• Ensure compliance with DISA/NIST STIGs in application packaging and configuration management.
• Maintain application baselines and automate patching and updates.

Preferred Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft MECM (SCCM), Intune, MDT, PowerShell
• Windows Server OS, Windows 10/11
• Hyper-V, Azure, Entra ID, GPO
• ActivClient, eMASS, DISA STIG Viewer
• SCAP Compliance Checker, NIST 800-series
• Application packaging tools (AdminStudio, WiseScript, etc.)

Education & Certification Requirements (per DoD 8140 Qualification Matrices)

Microsoft Certified: Cyber Security Architect Expert or Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Any of the following...

• Academic Education: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
• OR Baseline: GCLD or CCE or CASP+ or CEH or GLSC or CISSP