Information Systems Architect

Job Title: Information Systems ArchitectJob ID: 9609Client Location: Columbia SC 29201Work Type: Fully RemoteDuration: 12 months with possibility of extensionWhy is this position open: Increased workloadScope of the project: IT Network EngineeringDaily Duties/Responsibilities:Works under limited supervision in the administration, designing, deploy, maintenance, security, monitoring and support of agency's MDT and MECM/SCCM infrastructure.Ensure reliable software distribution, patching, reporting, and operating system deployment (OSD).Analysis of agency software versioning for business needs, as required, and leads in the implementation of software specifications to meet those needs.Configure application deployments for endpoint devices to meet technical requirements.Improve endpoint compliance, security posture, and operational efficiency based on technical needs.Monitor performance of MECM/SCCM infrastructure, event logs, analyze, and perform routine security practices as needed.Provide operational support, documentation, and knowledge transfer.Updates MDT and MECM/SCCM environment with security controlsParticipates in the enterprise administration, planning, installation, maintenance, security, monitoring, and support of the agency's endpoint computers, software deployments, and peripheral devices.Maximize security controls using industry best practices.Supports and adheres to change management processes.Awareness of security compliance changes processes.Identifies risks and communicates risks to the CIO and IT team.Develops technical documentation following agency policies; CJIS security guidance; state security standards.Additional Skills:Understanding of hardware and software inventorySkilled experience in MECM/SCCM hierarchy (CAS, primary, secondary sites configurationsExperienced with boundary groups, site systems, distribution points, and content strategyAbility to communicate directly with the it team, business employees, and vendor partners.Good understanding of high availability environmentsGood understanding of hardware platforms and ability to troubleshoot, test, deploy, and validate global issue resolutionsAdvanced with DNS, DHCP, PXE, and related protocolsGood organization, attention to detail, and time management skillsGood interpersonal skillsProactive and self-motivatedSelf-management abilitiesAbility to comply with IT policies, SOPs, disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response requestsGood understanding of image testing, issue tracking, sign off, and industry standard SOE and imaging toolsRequired Skills (rank in order of importance):5+ years of experience in enterprise MECM/SCCM and MDT administration5+ years of skill in Windows operating system, software, and image deployments & refreshesSkilled in multiple OS image development & implementation5+ years of skilled experience in software update points (SUP) and WSUS integrations with SQL server configurationsExperienced with Active Directory, Entra AD, M365 administration, Microsoft Intune (co-management), and Entra Defender for endpoint (MDE) management; skilled with discovery methods (ad systems, user, group, Entra AD/ADDC hybridRequired Certifications/Trainings:Microsoft Certified ProfessionalMicrosoft Certified Systems EngineerMicrosoft Azure FundamentalsMicrosoft Azure AdministratorNetwork+Preferred Skills (rank in order of importance):Expert with Windows infrastructure, logging, and event handlingCandidate must be able to demonstrate working knowledge of client settings, deployment strategies, and 3rd party software supportExpert in compliance settings, baselines, and client healthExpert with PowerShell, scripting, logon scripts, and logon optimizationsExpert with automated deployments of OS, drivers, GPOS, task sequences, etc...About our CompanyDataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical/Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance401 (K)