End User Computing Engineer (Microsoft365)
End User Computing Engineer (Microsoft365)
£45K-£47K - 5 days per week from Inchinann office - 2 year fixed-term contract
Our Scotland based Public Sector client have an immediate requirement for an End User Computing Engineer (Microsoft365) to join
This role focuses on managing and optimizing end-user computing environments within a Microsoft-centric ecosystem, ensuring secure, efficient, and well-managed desktop and mobile device experiences across the organization.
The role will be focussing on the following areas:
Microsoft Cloud Stack Management
- Design, implement, and maintain Microsoft 365 services including Azure AD, Intune, and Exchange Online
- Manage Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments and Windows 365 cloud PC deployments
- Administer Microsoft Endpoint Manager for device management and compliance
- Configure and optimize SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business integration
Image Build and System Hardening
- Create and maintain standardized Windows desktop and laptop images using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) or SCCM
- Implement security hardening standards aligned with CIS benchmarks and organizational security policies
- Develop and maintain automated deployment processes for operating system installations
- Configure and manage Windows Update for Business and patch management strategies
Group Policy Administration
- Design, implement, and maintain Active Directory Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
- Troubleshoot Group Policy application issues and optimize policy processing
- Document Group Policy configurations and maintain policy inheritance structures
- Integrate cloud-based policies with on-premises Group Policy management
Mobile Device Management (MDM)
- Configure and manage Microsoft Intune for iOS, Android, and Windows device enrolment
- Develop device compliance policies and conditional access rules
- Implement application management policies including MAM and app protection
- Support BYOD initiatives while maintaining security and compliance standards
Local Antivirus Support
- Deploy, configure, and maintain Microsoft Defender for Endpoint across the enterprise
- Manage antivirus policy configurations and threat response procedures
- Coordinate with security teams on malware incidents and remediation
- Monitor and report on endpoint security posture and compliance metrics
General End User Computing
- Provide technical support for desktop, laptop, and mobile device issues
- Collaborate with help desk teams on escalated technical problems
- Maintain inventory and life cycle management of end user computing assets
- Support remote work technologies and VPN connectivity solutions
Key experience and skills required for the End User Computing Engineer (Microsoft365):
- Microsoft Cloud Stack: Extensive experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, and Azure Active Directory
- Group Policy Management: Advanced knowledge of Group Policy creation, management, and troubleshooting in Active Directory environments
- Image Building & Hardening: Proven experience in Windows image creation, customization, and security hardening using industry best practices
- MDM Solutions: Hands-on experience with Mobile Device Management platforms, particularly Microsoft Intune
- Antivirus & Security: Experience with endpoint protection solutions, local antivirus management, and security baseline implementation
- Experience with enterprise-scale deployments (1000+ endpoints)
- Knowledge of compliance frameworks (CE+, ISO 27001, NIST)
- Familiarity with third-party endpoint management tools
- Experience with Windows Autopilot and modern provisioning methods
- Understanding of zero-trust security models
- Previous experience in regulated industries (healthcare, finance, government)
- Proficiency in PowerShell Scripting and automation
- Knowledge of Windows 10/11 deployment and management
- Understanding of networking concepts and protocols
- Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
- Familiarity with SCCM/MECM for software distribution and patch management