Systems Automation Engineer

Randstad Digital; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Digital in Alexandria, Virginia is seeking a Systems Automation Engineer for a hybrid, mid-level contract role focused on SCCM administration, Windows desktop imaging, Group Policy, security patching, Active Directory, and desktop hardening. The candidate should be hands-on, able to troubleshoot, and improve existing processes.

Experience with Windows automation and PowerShell scripting is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Mid-level experience supporting Microsoft Windows enterprise environments with SCCM/Microsoft Configuration Manager, Windows desktop imaging, Group Policy, security patching, Active Directory, and desktop hardening.
• Experience with Windows automation and PowerShell scripting is strongly preferred.
• Candidates should have strong troubleshooting skills and be proactive and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Microsoft SCCM / Configuration Manager, including software deployment, endpoint management, and system configuration.
• Manage Windows desktop imaging, including image creation, deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain Windows automation processes to improve efficiency and consistency of system administration.

Skills

Active Directory administration

Configuration Manager

Windows

security patching

Education

No Degree Required

Job description

job summary:

Seeking a Systems Automation Engineer to support and automate a Microsoft Windows enterprise environment. This hybrid, mid-level role will focus primarily on SCCM administration, Windows desktop imaging, Group Policy, security patching, Active Directory, and desktop hardening. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on self-starter with strong Windows administration and automation experience who can work independently, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve existing processes.

location: Alexandria, Virginia

job type: Contract

salary: $60 – 72 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: No Degree Required

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support Microsoft SCCM / Configuration Manager, including software deployment, endpoint management, and system configuration.
• Manage Windows desktop imaging, including image creation, deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain Windows automation processes to improve the efficiency and consistency of system administration.
• Create, maintain, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
• Manage Microsoft Windows security patching, including deployment, validation, and remediation.
• Support Active Directory administration and related Windows infrastructure.
• Implement and maintain desktop hardening and security configurations.
• Troubleshoot issues involving SCCM, Windows imaging, Group Policy, patching, and endpoint configuration.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve automation, standardization, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and end-user support teams.

qualifications:

Mid-level experience supporting Microsoft Windows enterprise environments, with hands‑on expertise in SCCM/Microsoft Configuration Manager, Windows desktop imaging, Group Policy, security patching, Active Directory, and desktop hardening. Experience with Windows automation and PowerShell scripting is strongly preferred. Candidates should have strong troubleshooting skills, be comfortable working independently, and demonstrate a proactive, self-starting approach.

skills:

Active Directory administration,Configuration Manager,Windows,security patching

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.