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Windows 11 Migration Engineer
6 Months with an FTE opportunity at the end
Must be located in the Bay Area, Dallas, or Sacramento
Hybrid one day a week in the office
IT Desktop & Applications Engineer
Our client is seeking an accomplished IT Applications Engineer to join its Enterprise Applications Team. Under the direction of the Applications Manager, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced candidate to lead the migration of our enterprise systems from Windows 10 to Windows 11. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management and in-depth knowledge of Windows OS migration. This role involves collaborating with various teams, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure a smooth transition from Windows 10 to 11, enhancing productivity and efficiency across the organization.
Duties & Responsibilities:
-Develop and execute a comprehensive migration plan for transition systems from Windows 10 to Windows 11, tailored to the organization’s requirements
-Identify potential risks and create contingency plans to mitigate migration delays
-Assess the compatibility of critical internal business applications for Windows 11 compatibility (iManage, Litera, Kofax, Thompson Reuters, Office 365, etc)
-Configure and test deployment utilizing Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) or MECM
-Provide guidance on best practices and ensure that the implementation meets security, compliance, and
data governance requirements.
-Collaborate with other developers and software architects, including vendors & contractors (when appropriate) to resolve compatibility and performance issues
-Develop system test plans, ensure software quality assurance standards are achieved, and validate that business goals are accomplished.
-Communicate project goals, progress, and expectations to stakeholders at all levels.
-Maintain detailed project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and project timelines.
-Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, challenges, and milestones achieved.
-Report project/task status to the Applications/Desktop Manager, Sr. Manager, or CIO on a weekly basis (at minimum).
Skills & Qualifications:
-Proven experience leading enterprise-level operating system migrations, specifically Windows 10 to Windows 11
-In-depth understanding of Windows 11 features, hardware requirements, and security requirements
-Exceptional knowledge and experience with Windows Server 2016/2019, Server Monitoring and Administration, Windows 10/11, Group Policies, and Active Directory.
-Proficient in using SCCM/MECM, Intune, and Autopilot
-Advanced working knowledge of PowerShell scripting
-Strong written and verbal communication skills
-Certification such as Microsoft Certified Modern Desktop Administrator, Microsoft Certified Endpoint Administrator or equivalent is a plus
Education and/ Experience:
-BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
-5+ years of related experience.