Platform Engineer

• Contract
• Vienna, VA / Hybrid
• $55.00
• $62.

92 /hr. The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position. The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply. Our client is seeking a Platform Engineer in Vienna, VA / Hybrid.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly experienced Modern Workplace Platform Engineer to support the organization's strategic transition from traditional Citrix VDI to Microsoft Windows 365 Cloud PCs and Windows IoT-based endpoints. This individual will serve as a senior technical resource responsible for endpoint engineering, automation, platform modernization, and operational efficiency initiatives. Responsibilities Cloud PC Engineering Design, build, and maintain Windows 365 Cloud PC environments Develop and improve Cloud PC provisioning standards and processes Create and maintain Cloud PC image strategy and lifecycle management Partner with architecture and security teams to implement future-state Cloud PC capabilities Support Cloud PC DR, resiliency, and recovery planning initiatives Endpoint Engineering Engineer and maintain Intune configuration profiles, compliance policies, update rings, and security baselines Lead troubleshooting efforts involving endpoint management platforms Implement and optimize endpoint security controls Create standards and governance processes for enterprise endpoints Evaluate new Microsoft endpoint technologies and capabilities Automation & Platform Engineering Develop automation solutions utilizing PowerShell and Microsoft Graph APIs Eliminate manual operational tasks through workflow automation Create self-service capabilities where practical Build reporting and monitoring solutions that improve operational visibility Develop reusable automation frameworks for provisioning, software deployment, and lifecycle management Windows IoT & Device Modernization Support the organization's migration from ThinOS-based devices to Windows IoT platforms Develop and maintain IoT endpoint management standards Partner with business and engineering teams on endpoint modernization efforts Create configuration and security standards for shared and kiosk-style devices Assist with lifecycle management of modern endpoint hardware Platform Ownership Act as a technical lead for Modern Workplace technologies Create and maintain engineering documentation, SOPs, and operational runbooks Provide technical guidance to operations and support teams Partner with Microsoft and strategic vendors on platform enhancements Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on stability, security, and automation

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

Microsoft Intune administration and engineering (expert level) Windows 365 Cloud PC experience Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Advanced PowerShell scripting Microsoft Graph API Windows 10/11 endpoint management Endpoint lifecycle management Application packaging and deployment Compliance policies and security baselines Conditional Access Zero Trust security concepts Microsoft Defender Cloud-managed endpoint troubleshooting Process automation and workflow engineering Windows IoT Enterprise Thin Client / ThinOS migrations Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops Citrix-to-Windows 365 migration experience Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Azure Automation Logic Apps Power Platform integrations Microsoft Endpoint Analytics Windows Autopilot Infrastructure as Code Automation frameworks Technical Skills Expert-level Microsoft Intune administration and engineering Strong experience designing and managing Windows 365 Cloud PC environments Extensive experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Advanced PowerShell scripting capabilities Experience leveraging Microsoft Graph API for automation and reporting Strong understanding of Windows endpoint lifecycle management Experience with application packaging, deployment, and software lifecycle management Experience with configuration profiles, compliance policies, and security baselines Experience supporting Windows 10 and Windows 11 enterprise environments Knowledge of Conditional Access and Zero Trust principles Experience with endpoint security controls and Microsoft Defender technologies Ability to automate manual operational processes through scripting and orchestration Strong troubleshooting skills across endpoint, identity, and cloud-managed environments Technical Experience Windows IoT Enterprise administration and engineering Thin client migration initiatives Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops administration Citrix endpoint-to-Cloud PC migration projects Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Azure Automation Logic Apps Power Platform integrations Microsoft Endpoint Analytics Autopilot deployment and provisioning Infrastructure-as-Code concepts Automation frameworks and workflow engineering Benefits/Other Compensation This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit). Why Hays? You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it. Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume? Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting. Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'. We also believe that actions speak louder than words. In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text . Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information. #LI-DNI