Job Description
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Assistant Director of Endpoint Management
Location
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America
Category
Information Management, Services & Technology
The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
Job Id
R0083383
Job Type
Full time
Posting Title
Assistant Director of Endpoint Management
Department Overview
UVA Information Technology Services (ITS) does more than support the UVA community — we empower and move it forward. With every partnership and every solution, we are shaping a culture and ecosystem where learning and discovery thrive.
The Endpoint Management team within ITS is responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and modern endpoint management solutions that support the University's academic, research, healthcare, and administrative missions. This team partners across schools, units, and distributed IT organizations to provide enterprise endpoint services that strengthen cybersecurity, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the end-user experience.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Endpoint Management is a leadership role responsible for defining, advancing, and driving adoption of endpoint management services across the University. This position serves as the service owner for enterprise endpoint management, with end-to-end accountability for strategy, delivery, adoption, and outcomes to ensure devices across Grounds are securely managed within centrally supported platforms.
This role leads two key functions:
The Enterprise Endpoint Platform Team, responsible for the design, engineering, and innovation of Microsoft and Apple endpoint management platforms
A team of Systems Administrators, responsible for delivering and operating endpoint management services in partnership with distributed IT organizations
A central focus of this role is institution-wide outreach and stakeholder engagement—partnering with schools, units, and IT leaders to drive adoption of managed endpoint services as a critical component of the University's device security strategy. This role also leads the Endpoint Management Advisory Committee and associated governance processes to ensure transparency, shared decision-making, and alignment between central IT and distributed stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Service Ownership & Strategy
Define and own the vision, strategy, and roadmap for endpoint management services across the University
Maintain end-to-end accountability for service performance, adoption, and institutional value delivery
Establish endpoint management as a foundational component of the University's cybersecurity posture
Set service direction, standards, and priorities aligned with institutional goals and stakeholder needs
Serve as the institutional authority within central IT for endpoint management standards, practices, and capabilities
Stakeholder Engagement & Adoption
Lead proactive outreach to academic, research, and administrative units to build partnerships and drive service adoption
Engage regularly with IT leaders and stakeholders across Grounds to understand needs and remove barriers to adoption
Translate institutional and departmental needs into service enhancements and platform capabilities
Lead change management strategies to increase adoption of managed endpoint services in decentralized environments
Lead the Endpoint Management Advisory Committee and governance processes
Drive institution-wide alignment toward managed endpoint platforms to reduce unmanaged device risk and improve security posture
Platform & Service Delivery Oversight
Ensure reliable and scalable endpoint service delivery, including device provisioning, enrollment, configuration management, software deployment, patching, compliance, and lifecycle management
Partner with platform engineering teams to ensure services are modern, secure, and aligned with industry best practices
Establish and monitor KPIs, SLAs/SLOs, and user experience metrics to drive service quality and continuous improvement
Ensure endpoint services are well-documented, accessible, and effectively supported for end users and IT professionals
Organizational Leadership
Provide leadership and direction to the Enterprise Endpoint Platform Team and Endpoint Systems Administration Team
Establish accountability, priorities, and alignment between engineering and operational service delivery functions
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and customer-focused service delivery
Promote automation, standardization, and effective tooling to improve operational scalability
Security & Compliance Leadership
Ensure endpoint management services align with institutional cybersecurity policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices
Partner with security teams to implement and enforce endpoint security controls and standards
Drive initiatives that improve device visibility, compliance, and institutional risk reduction
Position endpoint management as a critical control point in the University's overall security strategy
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma required. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Experience:
Significant experience supporting endpoint management platforms and enterprise desktop environments
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and business relationship management
Experience leading technical teams, initiatives, or enterprise IT services
Skills and Competencies:
Strong knowledge of endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Endpoint Manager, Intune, Jamf, SCCM, or similar platforms
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills
Familiarity with ITIL service management practices
Ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups and decentralized organizations
Preferred Qualifications
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
ITIL, Jamf, Microsoft Certified:
Endpoint Administrator, or related certifications
Experience:
Experience working in higher education or other complex decentralized environments
Experience supporting instructional, research, or enterprise computing environments
Experience developing and executing strategic technology roadmaps and adoption initiatives
Skills and Competencies:
Strategic thinking with the ability to translate vision into execution
Strong leadership, organizational, and change management capabilities
Ability to influence and drive adoption across multiple stakeholder groups
Physical Demands
This position primarily involves sedentary work using standard office equipment and technology. Occasional lifting of equipment up to 25 pounds may be required.
Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type & Work Location
Full-time, Exempt position. Hybrid work arrangements may be available in accordance with University policy. Position based in Charlottesville, Virginia.
About UVA and the Community
The University of Virginia is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the nation and is recognized worldwide for excellence in education, research, healthcare, and public service. Charlottesville offers an outstanding quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, arts, culture, and an exceptional food scene.
To learn more about UVA and the surrounding community, visit:
University of Virginia
Life in Charlottesville
Application Timeline
This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Additional Requirements
A background check will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
How to Apply
How to Apply Please apply online through Online and search for R0083383.
Complete the application and upload the following required materials: Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Cover letter Resume Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the "Resume" box. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. Reference Check Process
Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the hiring process.
Contact
For questions about the position, please contact Bill Crane, Senior Academic Recruiter.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.