Senior Workspace Engineer Full Time NEW

A global freight forwarder and logistics company that handles various aspects of supply chain management for businesses is seeking a Workspace Engineer  who will design, implement, and support modern endpoint management solutions with a primary focus on Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, and the migration from SCCM to Intune.

Responsibilities:

• Endpoint Migration & Management

  • Lead the technical migration of endpoint management from SCCM to Microsoft Intune.

  • Set up and test Intune enrollment methods (e.g., Windows Autopilot, BYOD, bulk enrollment).

  • Define, implement, and maintain compliance policies (encryption, password rules, antivirus).

  • Integrate Conditional Access with Entra ID (Azure AD) for non-compliant devices.

  • Ensure endpoints meet security baselines.

• Application Deployment & Updates

  • Inventory, rationalize, repackage, and publish applications via Intune (Win32, MSI, Store apps).

  • Establish self-service app deployment through the Company Portal.

  • Transition and manage Windows Update for Business (WUfB) policies in Intune.

  • Define update rings, deadlines, and monitor compliance through Intune reporting.

• Configuration, Security, and Reporting

  • Replace legacy Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and SCCM configurations with Intune Configuration Profiles.

  • Implement and maintain Microsoft Security Baselines for Windows, Edge, and Office.

  • Utilize Endpoint Analytics and Device Health reports for proactive maintenance.

  • Build dashboards for compliance, patching, and enrollment health, defining remediation workflows for unhealthy devices.

• SCCM Co-Management and Decommissioning

  • Enable Co-management for pilot devices and gradually shift workloads (compliance, updates, apps) from SCCM to Intune.

  • Plan and execute the eventual decommissioning of the SCCM infrastructure.

Minimum Requirements:

• Technical Expertise: Strong expertise in Windows 11 OS, Microsoft Intune, SCCM, Windows Autopilot, and Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Experience: Minimum 6+ years in desktop engineering, endpoint management, or IT support roles.
• Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell preferred).
• Soft Skills: Self-managed (ability to deliver without constant supervision), strong logical/abstract problem-solving, and a thirst for new technology.
• Communication: Fluent in written and spoken English; ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to global, cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate or Azure Administrator Associate.
• Familiarity with the ITIL framework.
• Experience with cloud migration projects and Office 365 migrations.
• Experience with Mobile Application Management (MAM) and Apple device management via Intune.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to itcareers@hireresolve.za.com