Application Packaging Engineer

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a skilled Application Packaging Engineer with experience in Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and Flexera Admin Studio to support enterprise application deployment and lifecycle management. This position will be located in Alexandria, Virginia and will be a fully remote position.

This role is responsible for creating, repackaging, testing, and maintaining standardized Windows application packages that meet security, compliance, and operational requirements.

The ideal candidate is highly proficient in MSI technology, Power Shell scripting, and enterprise deployment workflows, and can independently deliver reliable, scalable application packages in a large Windows environment.

• Application Packaging & Repackaging
• Repackage and customize Windows applications using Admin Studio (Install Shield Editor, Repackager).
• Create, modify, and maintain MSI packages, MST transforms, and EXE wrappers.
• Standardize vendor installers to support silent install, uninstall, repair, and upgrade scenarios.
• Resolve MSI errors and application conflicts.

• Create MECM Applications.
• Configure detection methods, dependencies, supersedence, and requirement rules.
• Prepare applications for production deployment via MECM.
• Support application upgrades, patching, and retirement strategies.
• Troubleshoot MECM deployment failures using logs (App Enforce.log, App Discovery.log, MSI logs).

• Develop Power Shell scripts for install logic, detection, remediation, and logging.
• Automate packaging workflows and post-install configuration.

• Test application packages across supported OS baselines (Windows 11).
• Validate install, uninstall, repair, and upgrade paths.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise packaging standards and security baselines.

• Create and maintain detailed packaging documentation and SOPs.
• Enforce naming conventions, versioning, and packaging standards.
• Maintain application catalogs and packaging repositories.

• Work closely with desktop engineering, security, and application owners.
• Provide Tier 3 support for application deployment issues.
• Assist with root-cause analysis of failed deployments and remediation planning.

Bachelor’s with 8 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required:
  
  Public Trust
• Enterprise application packaging experience
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM / SCCM)
• Flexera Admin Studio
• MSI, MST, EXE repackaging
• Power Shell scripting
• Deep understanding of Windows Installer internals
• Familiarity with enterprise Windows standards and security controls

Technical Skills

• Windows 11
• MSI tables, custom actions, logging
• MECM application model (Applications, Deployments, Detection Methods)
• Admin Studio tools (Repackager, Install Shield Editor, Conflict Solver)
• Power Shell
• Registry, services, scheduled tasks

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with Install Shield scripting
• Knowledge of MSI ICE validation, custom actions, and sequencing
• Experience packaging for VDI environments
• Familiarity with MSIX conversion and modernization initiatives
• ITIL, Flexera, or Microsoft certifications
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent documentation and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple packaging requests independently
• Comfortable working in large, regulated enterprise environments

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?

Interview & Hiring Process

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