Modern Workplace Engineer (Armidale Regional Council)

xAmplify – Leading Australia’s Digital Evolution Modern Workplace Engineer At xAmplify, we’re not just another technology company. We are shaping Australia’s future by combining intelligent automation and human‑centred technology services to deliver exceptional value. Our vision is bold: to lead Australia’s digital evolution by accelerating the safe and secure adoption of Automation and AI. We partner with the world’s most innovative technology companies to transform businesses, industries, and government services. Every project is an opportunity to transform operations, solve real‑world problems, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We are enablers. What’s ours is yours, check us out at xamplify.com.au. About the Role We’re looking for a Modern Workplace Engineer to play a central role in designing, deploying, and improving a Windows 11 Standard Operating Environment (SOE) for Federal Government clients. This role focuses on driving the transition from Windows 10 SCCM‑based endpoint management to a cloud‑native Microsoft Intune model, aligned with the ASD Cloud Blueprint and Essential Eight maturity requirements. You’ll work closely with delivery teams, cyber specialists, and client stakeholders to ensure endpoints are secure, compliant, and continuously improving. If you’re passionate about modern endpoint management, security, and automation — this role is for you. What You’ll Be Doing Modern SOE Design & Deployment
- Design, deploy, and maintain a Windows 11 SOE aligned with Commonwealth security standards
- Lead migration from SCCM/ConfigMgr to Microsoft Intune, including Autopilot and Entra ID join
- Create and maintain SOE build documentation, baselines, and deployment guides
- Manage Intune configuration profiles, compliance policies, and Windows Update for Business Application Packaging & Application Control
- Package, test, and deploy applications using Intune (Win32, MSIX, LOB)
- Manage application whitelisting using Airlock Digital (or equivalent), aligned to Essential Eight
- Maintain application inventories and packaging libraries
- Review and manage application whitelist exceptions through structured change processes Endpoint Security & Compliance
- Configure Intune compliance and conditional access policies
- Support Microsoft Defender for Endpoint configuration and alert triage
- Identify and remediate compliance gaps and misconfigurations
- Contribute to Essential Eight uplift initiatives (application control, patching, OS hardening) Collaboration & Technical Leadership
- Act as a technical escalation point for service desk and desktop teams
- Engage directly with client stakeholders to understand requirements and communicate outcomes
- Collaborate with project managers, cyber teams, and engineers
- Support and mentor junior engineers What We’re Looking For We’re after engineers who enjoy solving real problems in secure, complex environments and bring a strong modern workplace skillset. Ideally, you’ll have:
- 5+ years’ experience in modern workplace, endpoint engineering, or systems roles
- Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft Intune (enrolment, compliance, config, apps)
- Experience designing and deploying Windows 11 SOEs
- Experience migrating endpoints from SCCM/ConfigMgr to Intune
- Hands‑on experience with Airlock Digital or similar application control tooling
- Solid understanding of ASD Essential Eight (especially application control & patching)
- Familiarity with ISM, PSPF, and ASD Cloud Blueprint standards
- Strong technical documentation skills
- Clear communication and solid stakeholder engagement Microsoft endpoint certifications are desirable, but real‑world experience matters most. Security Requirements
- Australian Citizenship is required
- AGSVA Baseline or NV1 security clearance, or ability to obtain one
- Current police check (or willingness to obtain) Why join us? Ready to play a key role in Australia’s digital evolution? The future isn’t just coming—we’re creating it! We offer
- Flexible working options where possible, with strong support for wellbeing and family balance. Employer‑funded perks, benefits, rewards, and recognition through Employment Hero.
- Strong career pathways and professional development opportunities — including certifications and growth into areas such as automation, cyber, cloud or advanced support.
- A connected national team with regular engagement, support, and learning opportunities.
- A culture grounded in diversity, inclusion, and community impact through the xAmplify Foundation. Equal Opportunity Statement Diversity fuels innovation. At xAmplify, we welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. xAmplify is an advocate for diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all irrespective of their gender, LGBTQI identity, ethnicity, religion, physical ability or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3n5d