Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Endpoint

Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Endpoint
Primary Location: Remote, Must Reside in the US and work within CST timezone
Position Type: Contract, 6 Months

Overview
TalentFish is currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer for our premier client. This is a 6-month contract role that will be primarily remote. We are seeking candidates residing near Chicago, Illinois who are open to potential in-person team building and/or meetings.

As the Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Architect and Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will lead a strategic initiative to assess, optimize, and modernize the organization's Endpoint Management, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), and Contractor Access environment. This individual will evaluate the current-state architecture, recommend scalable and secure solutions, and implement improvements that enhance endpoint management, secure remote access, and the overall end user experience.

If you're passionate about designing modern infrastructure solutions while maintaining a collaborative team culture, we invite you to apply!

What You Bring to the Role
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
5-7+ years of experience as an Endpoint Engineer, End User Computing Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, SCCM Engineer, or similar role.
Intune & SCCM/MECM Subject Matter Expert (SME) highly preferred.
Architect mindset with experience designing and implementing modern endpoint technologies and cloud-based solutions.
Experience assessing existing infrastructure, identifying opportunities for improvement, and architecting scalable, secure endpoint solutions.
Experience designing, implementing, and optimizing Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Windows 365 Cloud PC, Citrix, VMware Horizon, or similar technologies.
Experience designing secure remote access and contractor access solutions within enterprise environments.

Strong hands-on experience with:
Intune & SCCM/MECM architecture and administration
Microsoft Intune & Autopilot (including Autopilot profiles)
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
Windows 365 Cloud PC
Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM)
Azure Active Directory / Hybrid Active Directory
Mobile Device Management (iOS & Android)
Cloud Gateway Management (CGM)
Microsoft 365 / Office 365
PowerShell scripting
Windows 10/11
Group Policy
Application packaging
WSUS
Third-party application patching
Endpoint security
Vulnerability management
Log aggregation
Virtualization technologies
Windows Server technologies
Print Management

Strategic & Architectural Responsibilities
Lead the assessment, design, and optimization of the organization's Endpoint Management, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), and Contractor Access environment.
Evaluate current-state infrastructure and develop architectural recommendations that improve scalability, security, performance, and user experience.
Design and implement modern endpoint management solutions leveraging Intune, SCCM/MECM, Azure, Autopilot, Windows 365 Cloud PC, and Azure Virtual Desktop.
Develop architectural standards and best practices for endpoint management, virtual desktop infrastructure, and secure remote access.
Provide strategic guidance and technical leadership while partnering with Infrastructure, Security, and End User Computing teams.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Project Management Responsibilities
Manage multiple infrastructure initiatives simultaneously.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and technical solutions.
Develop project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
Track project progress and communicate updates to stakeholders.
Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives.

What You'll Do
Assess the current VDI and Contractor Access environment and develop recommendations for modernization and optimization.
Design and implement improvements to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Windows 365 Cloud PC, and endpoint technologies to improve performance, scalability, and security.
Enhance secure remote access capabilities for employees, contractors, and third-party users.
Engineer and support Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM/MECM/SCCM) environments.
Manage endpoint policies using Intune and Group Policy.
Manage Azure Active Directory and Hybrid Active Directory.
Create and enhance reporting across endpoint technologies, devices, patching, and incidents.
Resolve complex escalated endpoint engineering issues.
Research and evaluate new endpoint technologies and solutions.
Partner with Infrastructure, Security, and End User Computing teams to deliver scalable, modern endpoint solutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation Information
The expected salary range for this position is $50 - $65 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.

TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible.
At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity!