Windows Endpoint Automation Engineer
Yesterday• Charlotte, NC
Dallas, TXWayne, PA
In this role, you will:
- Work on endpoint automation for provisioning, compliance, remediation, and standard configuration across the Windows fleet.
- Engineer and modernize deployment workflows using Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM, and Windows Autopilot, with a focus on repeatability, safety, and scale.
- Build reusable PowerShell-based frameworks (and supporting tooling) for device configuration, drift detection, self-healing remediation, and operational consistency.
- E volve Windows endpoint standards including OS baseline configuration, security baselines, and lifecycle practices aligned with enterprise requirements.
- Partner with QA and release governance to improve validation practices for patches, feature updates, policy changes, security configuration, and application rollouts.
- Implement and expand CI/CD practices for endpoint engineering content (scripts, configuration, packaging, policy-as-code where applicable), using Git-based workflows, reviews, and promotion patterns.
- Integrate with identity and security platforms (e.g., Microsoft Entra ID) to support secure provisioning, access, and device compliance patterns.
- Reduce operational toil and improve reliability by automating routine work, codifying repeatable runbooks, and improving observability and troubleshooting signals.
- Collaborate across Workplace Engineering (Windows, VDI, macOS/mobility, Digital Workplace) to standardize engineering patterns and share automation approaches.
Technical requirements:
- Strong experience with Windows endpoint engineering in an enterprise environment (OS configuration, policy management, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management).
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune and SCCM/MECM for application delivery, device management, and endpoint configuration.
- Experience with Windows Autopilot and modern provisioning patterns.
- Proficiency in PowerShell for automation, packaging, and remediation workflows.
- Working knowledge of CI/CD concepts and Git-based workflows (code reviews, branching strategies, reusable templates/modules).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID and endpoint identity/compliance patterns.
- Experience with Desired State concepts (e.g., Desired State Configuration or similar) is a plus.
- Understanding of enterprise endpoint security concepts (security baselines, hardening, least privilege, patching/updates).
- Familiarity with monitoring/telemetry and operational observability concepts is a plus.
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What it takes:
- Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- 3-5+ years of relevant experience in Windows endpoint engineering, automation, or platform engineering roles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document standards and enable others.
- Ability to work across teams, influence standards, and drive automation-first engineering practices.
- Strong planning, organization, and delivery discipline.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Wayne, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-178863
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-06-05T20:19:28
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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