Systems Administrator III

Job Description :

GDH Consulting is hiring ahighly skilled and motivated System Administrator. The MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) System Administrator is responsible for the deployment, management, and maintenance of the MECM infrastructure.

Ensures the efficient operation of all MECM components, managing software distribution, patch management, operating system deployment, and overall endpoint compliance.

Closely with IT teams, end-users, and other stakeholders to provide a secure, reliable, and user-friendly environment.

Job Responsibilities :

Install, configure, and maintain MECM infrastructure, including servers, databases, and clients.

Plan, execute, and monitor software update deployments using Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) to ensure all endpoints are properly patched and compliant with organizational security policies.

• Coordinate with stakeholders to schedule and implement maintenance windows for deploying updates and patches, minimizing impact on end-user productivity.
• Customize software update groups and deployment packages within MECM to target specific collections of devices, ensuring appropriate testing and phased rollout strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software update deployments, including failed installations, update conflicts, and compliance discrepancies.
• Design and implement automated workflows for deploying third-party software updates using MECM, leveraging vendor catalogs or custom update packages.
• Collaborate with application owners and IT teams to package and deploy software applications using MECM, adhering to best practices for application compatibility and user experience.
• Monitor software deployment success rates, compliance levels, and deployment status using MECM reports and dashboards, proactively addressing any discrepancies or failures.
• Continuously evaluate and optimize MECM software deployment processes and configurations to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability.

Skills :

• Strong understanding of software distribution, patch management, and operating system deployment.
• Detail-oriented and able to organize information
• Strong customer service and oral / written communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently and produce results, given general priorities, required
• Versatile and flexible and capable of assisting other Tier 3 teams within the overall, larger Enterprise support team

Education / Experience :

• Bachelors degree and 2 years experience or Masters degree and 0 years experience or high school diploma and 6 years experience
• 3+ Years of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) or SCCM experience required
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or similar.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting Windows Servers and Workstations.
• Experience in software installation
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• ITILv4 Foundations certification preferred.
• Secret Clearance

Clearance Needed- Secret & Security Plus

About GDH :

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline it's the core of everything we do.

GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are :

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises.

As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

Benefits of Working for GDH :

• Professional Development
• Competitive pay
• Full health insurance
• 401k Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Weekly Paycheck & Direct Deposit
• More!

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for

employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic

information, veteran's status or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal law

requirements, GDH Consulting, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing

nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and / or

employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,

hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,

compensation, benefits and training. Applicants with disabilities that require an accommodation

or assistance in applying and / or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

Please visit GDH's website for notice of collection for California applicants.