CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)
Desktop/Workstation Design Engineer
CGS Federal (Contact Government Services), Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Pay Range
$116,480.00/yr – $158,080.00/yr
Employment Type & Department Full-Time, Experienced
Information Technology Department
Job Description CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) is seeking an experienced Desktop/Workstation Design Engineer to participate in architecture discussions, system reviews, design planning, and technology roadmap planning for current and future desktop integration efforts. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Responsibilities
Acts as the Subject Matter Expert for the development and implementation of the Desktop Operating System (OS) Images
Engineers robust solutions for large‑scale deployment of software using OS deployment technologies such as Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT)
Develops tests and implements software distribution packages, including updates to software applications to be applied to desktops, laptops, tablets, and servers used within the enterprise
Provides information and recommendations to meet various user‑based software requirements
Strong familiarity with scripting languages such as PowerShell and VBScript
Implements server OS deployment methodologies, including automated server build processes
Provides support for an OS patching infrastructure such as HCL BigFix or Windows Update/MECM that applies mandatory security updates to enterprise systems
Analyzes, evaluates, and recommends desktop, laptop, tablet, and server hardware
Performs security‑related tasks including documentation, vulnerability scan review, assessment support, patch management, and auditing as required
Qualifications
Experience with integrating and upgrading desktops and laptops from Windows 7 to Windows 10, upgrading Microsoft and third‑party applications, and experience with litigating software such as Ipro and Concordance
Ability to work independently with only minor guidance is required. The team is engineering a Windows 10 image on an Intel‑based system that will be integrated with Microsoft Exchange 2013, Microsoft Office 2013, and various third‑party applications
Windows OS engineering experience
Understanding of the application of security controls on the image
Microsoft Office engineering experience
Integrating anti‑virus applications into an image
VPN/Remote access (Cisco Secure Access with RSA a plus)
Windows scripting experience
Good writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
VB and/or VBA coding experience a plus
VDI/Citrix experience
SMS/SCCM experience a plus
Understanding of PKI
VMware experience
Litigating software such as Ipro and Concordance
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
401k
Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Employment Type & Department Full-Time, Experienced
Information Technology Department
Job Description CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) is seeking an experienced Desktop/Workstation Design Engineer to participate in architecture discussions, system reviews, design planning, and technology roadmap planning for current and future desktop integration efforts. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Responsibilities
Acts as the Subject Matter Expert for the development and implementation of the Desktop Operating System (OS) Images
Engineers robust solutions for large‑scale deployment of software using OS deployment technologies such as Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT)
Develops tests and implements software distribution packages, including updates to software applications to be applied to desktops, laptops, tablets, and servers used within the enterprise
Provides information and recommendations to meet various user‑based software requirements
Strong familiarity with scripting languages such as PowerShell and VBScript
Implements server OS deployment methodologies, including automated server build processes
Provides support for an OS patching infrastructure such as HCL BigFix or Windows Update/MECM that applies mandatory security updates to enterprise systems
Analyzes, evaluates, and recommends desktop, laptop, tablet, and server hardware
Performs security‑related tasks including documentation, vulnerability scan review, assessment support, patch management, and auditing as required
Qualifications
Experience with integrating and upgrading desktops and laptops from Windows 7 to Windows 10, upgrading Microsoft and third‑party applications, and experience with litigating software such as Ipro and Concordance
Ability to work independently with only minor guidance is required. The team is engineering a Windows 10 image on an Intel‑based system that will be integrated with Microsoft Exchange 2013, Microsoft Office 2013, and various third‑party applications
Windows OS engineering experience
Understanding of the application of security controls on the image
Microsoft Office engineering experience
Integrating anti‑virus applications into an image
VPN/Remote access (Cisco Secure Access with RSA a plus)
Windows scripting experience
Good writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
VB and/or VBA coding experience a plus
VDI/Citrix experience
SMS/SCCM experience a plus
Understanding of PKI
VMware experience
Litigating software such as Ipro and Concordance
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
401k
Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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