Systems Engineering User Endpoint Management Lead

Systems Engineering User Endpoint Management Lead

Job Location s: US-VA-Reston | US-VA-Herndon | US-DC-Washington

Requisition :

Position Category:
Engineering

Security Clearance:
Top Secret/SCI with Poly

Peraton is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to serve as the User Endpoint Management Lead to join our national intelligence program that delivers infrastructure engineering, development, operations, deployment, upgrades, and sustainment of products and services to achieve our client's global enterprise IT infrastructure missions.

• Manage, secure, and optimize desktops, laptops, and mobile devices while ensuring compliance with IT and security policies.
• Install, configure, and maintain desktops, laptops, and devices, ensuring proper integration with enterprise systems and cloud services.
• Implement and manage endpoint security solutions, including antivirus, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and data loss prevention (DLP) tools to protect sensitive information.
• Continuously monitor endpoints for vulnerabilities, respond to security incidents, and collaborate with cybersecurity teams to mitigate risks.
• Deploy software updates, patches, and OS upgrades to maintain system stability and security.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, operational runbooks, and security policies for end-users and IT teams.
• Research and recommend new endpoint management and security technologies to enhance organizational IT infrastructure.
• Write installation scripts and programs for installation of products.
• Travel may be required within the National Capital Region (NCR) on an as‑needed basis for customer or corporate requirements.

• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with ability to pass and obtain a Poly clearance.
• Minimum of 12 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree (or a Master's degree and 10 years of relevant experience; or a PhD with 7 years of relevant experience).
• 4 years experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency in endpoint management.
• Understanding of endpoint security technologies.
• Strong skills in Power Shell or Shell scripting for automation and system optimization.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and IT teams.
• Technical team leadership capabilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to customers and senior leaders.
• CISSP or Security+ certification.

• Active TS/SCI with Poly clearances.
• CEH, GIAC, or Microsoft certifications.
• Deep understanding of infrastructure as code principles and use of technologies such as Ansible, Chef, Puppet, or Salt.
• Knowledge of Apache web server administration.
• Knowledge of identity management solutions such as Oracle IAM or RH-SSO (Keycloak) is a plus.
• Experience with load balancing technologies such as HAProxy is a plus.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jenkins is a plus.
• Familiarity with container orchestration and VMware is a plus.

This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain a Poly clearance. U.S. citizenship is required to hold this clearance.

$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.