MCM Deployment Administrator

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Mid-Level MCM Deployment Administrator (“MCM Admin”) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals on our Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT) Consular Affairs Enterprise Infrastructure Operations (CAEIO) Program. CAEIO provides IT Operations and Maintenance to modernize the legacy networks, applications, and databases supporting consular applications services globally. 

 

The MCM Admin will be a member of the Windows Services Support Team, which provides enterprise-level planning, analysis, design, implementation, maintenance, and operational support for Microsoft-based technologies across the CA environment.

 

Core Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, approximately 8:00 AM ET - 4:00 PM ET (flexible)

 

Location: This position is fully remote; however, candidates must reside in the Washington, DC, Metropolitan Area (DMV) to accommodate occasional onsite meetings, training, or customer support activities at the Washington, DC, customer location or the Peraton office in Sterling, VA. The number of days the team member works on-site in Washington, DC, or Sterling, VA, is subject to change based on government/program requirements (for example, surge support might require the individual to be in the office five days per week). 

 

Day to Day Roles and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Windows Services Team colleagues, other CAEIO team members, and stakeholders to manage CA’s MECM/MCM environments.
• Track problems, monitor performance, and perform system upgrades with proper change control approvals.
• Participate in long‑ and short‑range technology planning and engage in new technology initiatives that advance and optimize the client network.
• Prepare and maintain documentation on system configurations, procedures, and service records related to system changes.
• Receive guidance from the Windows Support Team lead, Security Operations, and Program Management to support the client’s Microsoft MCM environments and software deployment needs.
• Work in a collaborative multi‑team troubleshooting environment for critical incidents.

Characteristics of team members who thrive on the CAEIO program include:

 

• Demonstrate flexibility by managing multiple tasks and re-prioritizing tasks – often to meet tight and periodically changing deadlines.
• Drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Leverage strong written and verbal communications skills to prepare and present technical documentation to audiences with different levels of technical knowledge.
• Transition seamlessly between being self-directed with limited supervision to being a team player who takes direction from others.
• Collaborate effectively with government customers and cross-functional contract teams.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 8 years of experience or a Masters degree and 6 years of experience or an Associates degree and 10 years of experience or a High School diploma/equivalent and 12 years of experience. 
• U.S. citizenship and active SECRET Government Security Clearance.
• 5+ years installing, configuring, managing, and maintaining Windows Server class systems.
• 5+ years of in‑depth experience managing and deploying software using Microsoft Configuration Manager (MCM/MECM), including:
  • Analyzing MCM log files
  • Performing patch management and off‑hours maintenance
  • Creating and deploying task sequences for imaging and upgrading Windows Servers and Desktops
  • Preparing, testing, and deploying Microsoft updates using MCM Software Deployment
  • Packaging, testing, and deploying software using applications, packages, and task sequences
  • Troubleshooting software distribution and client-related issues
  • Creating custom queries and reports to track deployment status and key metrics

  • Building, configuring, managing and troubleshooting MCM infrastructure systems including Primary Site Servers, Management Point, Distribution Points, and Software Update Points

• 2+ years scripting experience (PowerShell, VB, etc.) for automation and custom software installations.
• 1+ years managing systems and deploying updates via Microsoft Intune and/or Azure Arc.
• Certification in Windows technologies (MCSE/MCSA) or equivalent combination of training/experience.
• Knowledge of configuration management and software deployment processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy Management.
• Experience managing systems in Azure, AWS, or other cloud architectures.
• Experience migrating workstations to Windows 11 using MCM/MECM.
• Experience implementing and managing Microsoft BitLocker.
• Certification(s) in Microsoft technologies.

 

Technical Skills

• Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025
• Windows 11 Workstation
• Microsoft Configuration Manager (MCM/MECM)
• Microsoft SQL Server
• Windows PowerShell / VB Scripting
• Microsoft Intune
• Azure Arc

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.