Software Packaging Engineer (TS/SCI required)

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Software Packaging Engineer to support the design, build, deploy, and administration of large scale multi-domain enterprise Windows environments.  The engineer will build and maintain Windows desktops for use on virtual and physical client hardware as well as provide support to multiple globally dispersed WAN connected sites. Engineers will be responsible for supporting their solutions throughout the IT project lifecycle, to include refining requirements, creating design documentation, creating installation instructions and deployment plans, as well as providing O&M support. Project assignments will vary based on skill level, and may include engineering geographically dispersed services, integrating services into public, private and hybrid cloud environments. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Designs and defines system architecture for Windows desktop solutions and client- based applications
• Supports the integration of the Windows desktop with a variety of enterprise services
• Evaluates desktop software and hardware technologies and determines the most efficient method to leverage the technology within the customer’s network environment.
• Administer, operate, manage and maintain components for Windows desktop deployments to include virtual and thick client environments.
• Reviews completion and implementation of system additions and/or enhancements and makes recommendations to management and/or clients
• Plans and directs upgrades of Windows desktop operating system version(s) and supporting infrastructure and related components.

Required Skills and Experience:

• MECM / MCM packages experience as well as vast knowledge in OSD (O/S Deployment), MDT (Microsoft deployment toolkit) and Intune.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows desktop design engineering and implementation options.
• Experience with Microsoft deployment tools to include Microsoft Deployment Toolkit and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager.
• Experience with engineering and deploying client software installation packages for Microsoft Windows desktops (physical and virtual).
• Experience with Application Virtualization to include, Citrix XenApp, Citrix App Layering, Microsoft APPV, and MSIX App Attach.
• Experience with maintaining Windows desktop systems for mobile users on laptop hardware.
• Experience with anti-virus and malware product integration within a Windows desktop configuration and remediation.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with managing Windows Active Directory, Group Policy Management, DFS, DNS, DHCP, and VMware Dynamic Environment Manager.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and Office 365.
• Experience with Windows Server 2016 and 2019.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows automation scripting with PowerShell or other scripting languages.
• Experience with managing and updating work tasks using ServiceNow.
• Experience with maintaining system security compliancy following DISA STIGs.

Education/Experience:  

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Programming, Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience
• 5+ years IT experience

Benefits and Perks

Compensation

• Industry competitive salary well above market average
• 401K plan with 4% company match, immediately fully vested
• Referral bonuses up to $5,000

100% company-paid benefits

• Cigna Medical plan for employee + family
• Vision and Dental plan for employee + family
• Short Term Disability for employee
• Long Term Disability for employee
• Life Insurance for employee

Flexible Paid Time Off Policy

• 180 hours (minimum) per year of PTO with additional time at manager discretion
• 10+ Company Holidays per year
• 6 weeks paid maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible work environment to accommodate commuting, family and personal schedules

Career Growth

• Company sponsored training and certifications
• No questions asked professional/business/technical book reimbursement
• Company paid training and conference attendance and travel expenses
   

Company Overview
Innovative Data Solutions (IDS) is a small business specializing in engineering and supporting mission critical IT infrastructure for the US Government Intelligence, Defense and Homeland Security communities.

Established in 2008, IDS has 15+ years of experience delivering IT solutions to the Federal market.  We’re a small company of technology enthusiasts and we thrive on exceeding expectations.  We specialize in Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Storage, High Performance Computing, Cybersecurity and Data Analytics.  Across these technology areas we provide full lifecycle services: strategy, design, implementation and operations.

IDS engineers are based in Washington, DC and St. Louis, MO and are experienced working with US Government installations across the US, Europe and Asia.