Application Packaging Lead Architect 12 Months Contract

Job Description &
Requirements:
- Profound expertise in endpoint services leveraging Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM and
Other client management platforms.
- Experience with JAMF
- Proficiency in Azure and On-Premise servers' administration and maintenance.
- Comprehensive understanding of Windows 10/11 Desktop and server operating systems.
- Proficiency in Office 365, Networking protocols, DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
- Extensive experience in monitoring, managing, and resolving issues across systems, servers,
And mobile devices.
- Thorough knowledge of application and operating system deployment techniques, including
Patching tools.
- Strong grasp of Virtualization, storage infrastructure, and security concepts.
- Hands-on experience with Azure AD and proficient in managing MDM auto-enrolment
Configurations and policies.
- Advanced skills in automation using PowerShell scripting, Ansible and Jenkins to drive
Operational efficiencies.
- Ability to devise and implement automation strategies throughout the application packaging
Life cycle.
- Deep understanding of application packaging and deployment methodologies.
- Excellent process management skills with a focus on the life cycle management of packaging
And deployment processes.
- Active participation in software testing and deployment activities across various platforms.
- Proficiency in Wintel technologies encompassing DFS, Storage management, Networking
Protocols, and AD.
- Sound knowledge of SQL, WQL, WMI, PowerShell, and VB Scripting.
- Strong documentation skills to articulate deployment and packaging procedures along with
Administrative processes.
- Experience in Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes. - Subject Matter Expertise in Application Packaging, Virtualization, and Applications
Assessment technologies.
- Proficiency in MSI packaging using tools like Flexera Admin Studio and App Deployment
Toolkit.
- Leadership in driving automation initiatives while ensuring adherence to KPIs and SLAs.
- Hands-on experience in packaging applications for cloud-based deployment models such as
Azure and AWS.
- Familiarity with ITIL practices and IT service management frameworks.
- Experience in application compatibility testing and remediation.
- Understanding of software asset management principles and license compliance
Requirements.
Legacy Technologies:
- Traditional Setup.Exe Installers
- Self-Extracting Archives (SFX)
- Batch Scripting
- Snapshot Packaging
- Manual Repackaging
- Zipped Applications
- Custom Install Scripts
- Manual Registry/Configuration Changes
Primary Responsibilities:
- Architecting packaging workflows and processes to optimize the packaging lifecycle.
- Collaborating closely with software vendors to decipher packaging requirements and ensure
Compatibility.
- Packaging and validating applications using industry-standard packaging tools.
- Customizing package configurations to align with specific business requirements and security
Standards.
- Troubleshooting and resolving packaging-related issues encountered during testing and
Deployment phases.
- Integrating packaged applications seamlessly into software distribution systems and
Deployment frameworks.
- Devising deployment strategies for large-scale application rollouts and upgrades.
- Conducting rigorous quality assurance checks on packaged applications to ensure
Functionality and reliability. - Conducting comprehensive compatibility testing with various operating systems and
Software components.
- Documenting packaging processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for future
Reference and knowledge dissemination.
SCCM-Specific Responsibilities:
- Overseeing SCCM Infrastructure Management
- Managing Software Deployment and Packaging
- Implementing Patch Management strategies
- Orchestrating Operating System Deployment procedures
- Ensuring Endpoint Configuration and Compliance
- Generating Reports and Monitoring performance metrics
- Documenting all processes and activities
Intune-Specific Responsibilities:
- Configuring and Deploying Intune solutions
- Enrolling and Provisioning Devices
- Managing Application Lifecycle in Intune
- Enforcing Conditional Access and Security Policies
- Overseeing Endpoint Security Management
- Ensuring Policy Compliance and Reporting
- Developing Documentation and Training Materials
Citrix and VDI Responsibilities:
- Managing Citrix Infrastructure
- Overseeing Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) as well as VDA
- Configuring and Managing Endpoints
- Implementing Linux Endpoint Management strategies
- Orchestrating Automation and Orchestration processes
- Monitoring and Optimizing Performance Metrics
Certifications Required:
- Citrix Certified Associate - Virtualization (CCA-V) or equivalent
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent -
Microsoft Certified:
Modern Job Description &
Requirements:
- Profound expertise in endpoint services leveraging Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM and
Other client management platforms.
- Experience with JAMF
- Proficiency in Azure and On-Premise servers' administration and maintenance.
- Comprehensive understanding of Windows 10/11 Desktop and server operating systems.
- Proficiency in Office 365, Networking protocols, DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
- Extensive experience in monitoring, managing, and resolving issues across systems, servers,
And mobile devices.
- Thorough knowledge of application and operating system deployment techniques, including
Patching tools.
- Strong grasp of Virtualization, storage infrastructure, and security concepts.
- Hands-on experience with Azure AD and proficient in managing MDM auto-enrolment
Configurations and policies.
- Advanced skills in automation using PowerShell scripting, Ansible and Jenkins to drive
Operational efficiencies.
- Ability to devise and implement automation strategies throughout the application packaging
Life cycle.
- Deep understanding of application packaging and deployment methodologies.
- Excellent process management skills with a focus on the life cycle management of packaging
And deployment processes.
- Active participation in software testing and deployment activities across various platforms.
- Proficiency in Wintel technologies encompassing DFS, Storage management, Networking
Protocols, and AD.
- Sound knowledge of SQL, WQL, WMI, PowerShell, and VB Scripting.
- Strong documentation skills to articulate deployment and packaging procedures along with
Administrative processes.
- Experience in Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes. - Subject Matter Expertise in Application Packaging, Virtualization, and Applications
Assessment technologies.
- Proficiency in MSI packaging using tools like Flexera Admin Studio and App Deployment
Toolkit.
- Leadership in driving automation initiatives while ensuring adherence to KPIs and SLAs.
- Hands-on experience in packaging applications for cloud-based deployment models such as
Azure and AWS.
- Familiarity with ITIL practices and IT service management frameworks.
- Experience in application compatibility testing and remediation.
- Understanding of software asset management principles and license compliance
Requirements.
Legacy Technologies:
- Traditional Setup.Exe Installers
- Self-Extracting Archives (SFX)
- Batch Scripting
- Snapshot Packaging
- Manual Repackaging
- Zipped Applications
- Custom Install Scripts
- Manual Registry/Configuration Changes
Primary Responsibilities:
- Architecting packaging workflows and processes to optimize the packaging lifecycle.
- Collaborating closely with software vendors to decipher packaging requirements and ensure
Compatibility.
- Packaging and validating applications using industry-standard packaging tools.
- Customizing package configurations to align with specific business requirements and security
Standards.
- Troubleshooting and resolving packaging-related issues encountered during testing and
Deployment phases.
- Integrating packaged applications seamlessly into software distribution systems and
Deployment frameworks.
- Devising deployment strategies for large-scale application rollouts and upgrades.
- Conducting rigorous quality assurance checks on packaged applications to ensure
Functionality and reliability. - Conducting comprehensive compatibility testing with various operating systems and
Software components.
- Documenting packaging processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for future
Reference and knowledge dissemination.
SCCM-Specific Responsibilities:
- Overseeing SCCM Infrastructure Management
- Managing Software Deployment and Packaging
- Implementing Patch Management strategies
- Orchestrating Operating System Deployment procedures
- Ensuring Endpoint Configuration and Compliance
- Generating Reports and Monitoring performance metrics
- Documenting all processes and activities
Intune-Specific Responsibilities:
- Configuring and Deploying Intune solutions
- Enrolling and Provisioning Devices
- Managing Application Lifecycle in Intune
- Enforcing Conditional Access and Security Policies
- Overseeing Endpoint Security Management
- Ensuring Policy Compliance and Reporting
- Developing Documentation and Training Materials
Citrix and VDI Responsibilities:
- Managing Citrix Infrastructure
- Overseeing Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) as well as VDA
- Configuring and Managing Endpoints
- Implementing Linux Endpoint Management strategies
- Orchestrating Automation and Orchestration processes
- Monitoring and Optimizing Performance Metrics
Requirements
Certifications Required:
- Citrix Certified Associate - Virtualization (CCA-V) or equivalent
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent - Microsoft Certified:
Modern Desktop Administrator Associate / Flexera Certified
AdminStudio Administrator