IT Security Analyst 3 - Endpoint Engineer (Software/Patch)
Job ID: 3056306
About the role
Everforth Apex Systems is seeking an Endpoint Engineer to support enterprise software and patch deployment activities. This role is responsible for reviewing endpoint vulnerability metrics and executing remediation through targeted software and patch deployments. The engineer will troubleshoot deployment failures, patching issues, and configuration problems, providing detailed root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Additionally, the position contributes to maintaining a secure, compliant, and reliable endpoint environment across the organization.
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities
- Engineer, modify, package, and deploy commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software across enterprise endpoint environments.
- Develop and maintain deployment packages using tools such as Microsoft Intune, Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) or similar endpoint management platforms.
- Perform compatibility testing and configuration adjustments to ensure reliable software installation and operation across diverse device profiles.
- Automate software deployment workflows to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
- Collaborate with application owners and security teams to evaluate software update requirements, dependencies, and risks.
- Support enterprise patch management processes, including testing, scheduling, deploying, and validating OS and third-party updates.
- Monitor vulnerability reports from tools such as Rapid7, Qualys, Tenable, Defender for Endpoint, etc., and assist in prioritizing and remediating endpoint-related risks.
- Troubleshoot deployment failures, patching issues, and endpoint configuration problems, providing root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Maintain documentation for packaging standards, deployment procedures, endpoint baselines, and change management activities.
- Implement and enforce endpoint hardening policies, compliance settings, and configuration baselines.
- Partner with infrastructure, security, and service desk teams to ensure high endpoint reliability, security posture, and user satisfaction.
- Continuously evaluate new technologies, updates, and automation opportunities to optimize endpoint management operations.
Schedule
3 days per week on site — Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Parking is not provided for contractors.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans offering an optional layer of financial protection.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
- 401(k) program with eligibility to contribute typically within 30 days of start; company match after 12 months of tenure.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) on the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
- SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
- Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
- On-demand training program.
- Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses, books, and seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
- Certification discounts and perks for associations including CompTIA and IIBA.
- Dedicated customer service team for consultants addressing benefits and resource questions.
- Certified Career Coach.
- Full benefits, programs, support teams, and resources detailed in the ‘Welcome Packet’ provided by an Everforth Apex team member.