Senior Systems Engineer (MECM)

GovCIO; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development

Certification Assistance

Referral Bonus

Internal Mobility

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

GovCIO seeks a Senior Systems Administrator in Alexandria, VA, with strong MECM expertise to manage enterprise endpoint systems. Hybrid schedule facilitates on-site collaboration with federal program teams and continuous MECM operations across the Coast Guard program.

The role emphasizes automation via PowerShell, patch management, imaging workflows, and strict compliance with DoD security baselines to ensure reliable, secure endpoint services.

Qualifications

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certifications (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+) required.
• MECM administration: hands-on in large enterprise environments.
• SQL administration with SSRS related to MECM environment.
• Windows Server 2012–2025 with AD, GPO, DNS, and core services.
• Imaging and deployment workflows, task sequences, driver management.
• Virtualization with VMware vSphere or Hyper-V.
• PowerShell scripting to automate admin tasks.
• Clear, accurate documentation of configurations and workflows.
• Test environments for validation, troubleshooting, and change testing.
• Independent work style with strong task ownership and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Administer MECM and supporting infrastructure for enterprise endpoint management.
• Package, test, and deploy software, updates, and patches across Windows endpoints.
• Create and support task sequences for OS deployments and imaging workflows.
• Maintain test environments for validation and troubleshooting.
• Support patch management cycles: scheduling, deployment, reporting, remediation.
• Ensure endpoint compliance with STIGs and baselines.
• Troubleshoot MECM client health, distribution, imaging, and compliance issues.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate tasks.
• Document configurations, procedures, and workflows; generate MECM reports.
• Monitor health and performance; communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

MECM Admin

SQL Admin

Windows Server

Imaging & Deployment

Virtualization

PowerShell

Documentation

Test Environments

Patch Management

Independent Work

DoD 8570 IAT Level II

Education

High School + 9+ years experience

Tools

Adaptiva OneSite

Microsoft Intune

Tanium

SCCM/MECM migrations

Job description

Alexandria, Virginia

Secret

Hybrid schedule

Information Technology

Overview

GovCIO is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator with strong hands‑on experience supporting and maintaining Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) in large enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for day‑to‑day MECM operations, software distribution, patching, OS deployment, and endpoint compliance across a mission‑critical U.S. Coast Guard program.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain MECM and all supporting infrastructure, including site servers, distribution points, management points, and related components to ensure reliable and efficient enterprise endpoint management operations.
• Package, test, and deploy software, updates, and patches across enterprise Windows endpoints.
• Create, update, and support task sequences for automated OS deployments, upgrades, and imaging workflows.
• Manage and maintain test environments to validate configurations, applications, updates, and deployment processes.
• Support patch management cycles, including scheduling, deployment, monitoring, reporting, and remediation.
• Ensure endpoint compliance with organizational security policies, STIGs, baselines, and configuration standards.
• Troubleshoot MECM client health issues, software distribution failures, imaging problems, and compliance discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate routine administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate documentation for configurations, procedures, and operational workflows.Generate and analyze MECM reports related to deployments, compliance, and system health for internal stakeholders.
• Responsibilities:

Qualifications

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+)
• MECM Administration: Hands‑on experience managing, maintaining, and supporting MECM in large enterprise environments.
• SQL Administration: Hands‑on experience managing, maintaining, and supporting SQL and SSRS as it pertains to a MECM environment.
• Windows Server Expertise: Strong understanding of Windows Server 2012–2025, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and core enterprise services.
• Imaging & Deployment: Experience with Windows imaging, task sequences, driver management, and OS deployment workflows.
• Virtualization: Proficiency with VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper‑V.
• PowerShell Automation: Ability to write and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Documentation: Skilled in producing clear, accurate documentation for system configurations, procedures, and operational workflows.
• Test Environment Management: Experience building and maintaining lab/test environments for validation, troubleshooting, and change testing.
• Patch Management: Demonstrated expertise in patch cycles, update deployment, compliance reporting, and remediation.
• Independent Work: Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take ownership of complex technical tasks with minimal supervision.

Clearance Required: Must have an active Secret clearance

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with Adaptiva OneSite for peer‑to‑peer content distribution, health checks, and endpoint optimization.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Intune and modern endpoint management concepts, including co‑management and cloud‑based policy deployment.
• Exposure to Tanium for endpoint visibility, patching, or configuration management in enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with DoD/USCG cybersecurity requirements, including STIG, CIS benchmarks, and RMF processes.
• Experience supporting large federal or DoD enterprise environments with complex endpoint management needs.
• Understanding of enterprise networking fundamentals relevant to MECM operations (firewalls, boundaries, DP placement, bandwidth considerations).
• Experience with SCCM/MECM migrations, upgrades, or environment modernization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret deployment, compliance, and health data to drive improvements.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross‑functional teams and presenting technical information to stakeholders.

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Posted Salary Range

USD $115,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well‑being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full‑time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.