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** This role requires an active Secret Clearance for consideration **

 

ValidaTek is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Image Management Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a large-scale enterprise endpoint migration from an on-premises Windows 11 environment to a Microsoft Intune–managed Azure AD environment. This role is highly hands-on and focused on implementing a wipe-and-reload device migration strategy using MECM/MCM task sequences, custom backup and recovery scripts, and automated registration in Intune.

 

The Image Management SME will play a critical role in image engineering, automation, application deployment, and migration execution, ensuring a consistent and repeatable onboarding experience across thousands of devices. In cases where automated deployment fails, the SME will support manual remediation and Autopilot-based enrollment to complete the migration.

The ideal candidate will have direct experience in the following areas:

• Lead and execute large-scale device reimaging and onboarding efforts.
• Design, maintain, and optimize MECM/MCM task sequences supporting wipe-and-reload migrations.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot PowerShell scripts for device backup, user data recovery, validation, and automated Intune registration.
• Integrate MECM/MCM imaging workflows with Azure AD join and Intune enrollment.
• Engineer and migrate applications for deployment during imaging and post-enrollment phases.
• Import, test, and deploy enterprise applications while minimizing end-user disruption.
• Support Autopilot and manual enrollment workflows as fallback mechanisms.
• Provide SME-level support during migration waves, cutovers, and post-migration stabilization.
• Troubleshoot complex imaging, enrollment, application deployment, and policy issues.
• Develop detailed technical documentation, imaging runbooks, rollback procedures, and operational guides.
• Collaborate with engineering, security, networking, and service desk teams.
• Track progress, risks, and issues associated with mass device migrations.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and repeatability of imaging and onboarding processes.

• Active DoD Secret Clearance, with Top Secret eligibility
• BS degree and 8+ years of Windows systems administration/engineering experience. Experience can be substituted in lieu of degree
• CompTIA Security + CE or equivalent IAT Level II DoD 8570 certification
• Minimum of 5 years of enterprise endpoint management experience
• Proven experience supporting large-scale device migrations
• Strong hands-on experience with MECM/MCM, including:

• • Task sequences
  • OS deployment
  • Collections
  • Application deployments
• Advanced PowerShell scripting skills for automation, recovery, and troubleshooting
• Experience in integrating MECM/MCM with Intune and Azure AD
• Strong understanding of Windows 11 imaging and provisioning workflows
• Experience with Intune application lifecycle management
• Ability to troubleshoot complex imaging and enrollment issues in high-volume environments
• Understanding of DoD and DISA cybersecurity requirements
• Must be able to commute onsite at least 3 days per week.

Preferred Skills:

• DevSecOps software delivery model - Understanding of Agile methodology: CMMI, ITIL.
• Microsoft certifications such as MD-102 (Endpoint Administrator Associate), AZ-104 (Azure Administrator Associate), or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and execution skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to operate effectively under tight timelines and high-volume workloads.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical processes to non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-directed, proactive, and comfortable owning critical migration components.

USD $160,000.00/Yr.

USD $190,000.00/Yr.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.

The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.