MECM/SCCM Sr. Architect

MECM/SCCM Sr. Architect - $50-$65/hr
Speedway, IN (Onsite)
3+ Month Contract to Possible Hire
Job ID 25-09855

Our client is looking for a MECM/SCCM Sr. Architect. This is a 3+ month contract to hire based in Speedway, IN (Onsite).

The SCCM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) Senior Architect is responsible for assessing, modernizing, and transforming the enterprise endpoint management ecosystem. This role leads discovery, architecture, migration planning, and implementation across SCCM, Intune, Autopilot, and hybrid/co-management environments. The architect will partner with IT leadership, engineering teams, and security stakeholders to ensure a secure, scalable, and cloud-ready device management platform.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience with SCCM/MECM architecture and administration.
• Deep knowledge of Intune, Azure AD, Autopilot, and co-management.
• Strong background in enterprise application packaging and deployment.
• Proven experience in migration planning and large-scale endpoint modernization initiatives.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Defender, compliance, and conditional access policies.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities
1. Discovery & Current State Assessment

• Conduct a full inventory and assessment of the existing SCCM/MECM infrastructure, including versions, site roles, and overall usage.
• Review current co-management posture and determine which Intune workloads (if any) are offloaded.
• Evaluate platform capabilities such as patch management, application deployment, and OS deployment.
• Perform SCCM readiness checks including site health validation, backups, and replication state.
• Catalog the existing SCCM application portfolio.
• Identify applications suitable for migration to Intune and lead repackaging efforts.

2. SCCM (MECM) Upgrade & Platform Modernization

• Upgrade MECM to the latest Current Branch release to ensure support for modern co-management and cloud integration features.
• Validate all components pre- and post-upgrade, including backups, boundary groups, and client versions.
• Ensure the environment meets Microsoft best practices and supports future-state architecture.

• Architect and configure co-management integration through the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center.
• Define and execute a phased workload transition approach (e.g., compliance, software updates, app installations).
• Lead pilot deployments for co-managed, hybrid-joined Windows devices and validate performance, reliability, and policy alignment.

4. Intune + Autopilot Pilot Program

• Design and configure Autopilot profiles, Enrollment Status Page (ESP), and enrollment settings.
• Execute pilot deployments across a sample set of modern Windows devices.
• Validate Azure AD join, automated provisioning, app delivery, and conditional access requirements.

• Enroll and manage pilot iPadOS devices.
• Deploy configuration profiles, compliance settings, and required applications.
• Validate interoperability with M365 apps, Microsoft Defender, and enterprise DLP controls.

• Establish standards for application packaging, including silent install parameters, detection rules, and uninstall processes.
• Build and oversee a packaging and testing workflow that supports both SCCM and Intune delivery models.

• Define the full migration strategy for all device types, including:
  • Workstations Intune + Autopilot
  • Servers SCCM and/or Azure ARC
  • Engineering/ETD devices Custom handling based on operational requirements
• Develop an end-to-end roadmap, including timelines, RACI matrices, resource needs, and risk mitigation.

• Lead the phased migration of workstation fleets to Autopilot + Intune.
• Manage ETD transitions with tailored SCCM or hybrid strategies.
• Oversee server migration plans leveraging SCCM or Azure ARC, depending on role and workload.

Pay Range for CA, CO, IL, NJ, NY, WA, and DC: $50/hour to $65/hour. Starting rate of pay offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training and/or experience.

Solugenix will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and Ordinance. Applicants do not need to disclose their criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we are concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, applicants will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

About the Client
Our client is a nationwide IT MSP provider for many fortune 500/100 companies worldwide.

About Solugenix
Solugenix is a leader in IT services, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions, exceptional talent, and managed services to global enterprises. With extensive expertise in highly regulated and complex industries, we are a trusted partner for integrating advanced technologies with streamlined processes. Our solutions drive growth, foster innovation, and ensure compliance providing clients with reliability and a strong competitive edge.
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