Intune Architect - Pune - Persistent Systems

Description

About Position:

The Intune Architect with SCCM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) is a senior technical leadership role responsible for defining, designing, and driving the modern endpoint management strategy across the organization. This position plays a critical role in transitioning traditional device management models to a cloud-first, modern management framework using Microsoft Intune, while ensuring seamless coexistence and integration with SCCM/MECM where required.

• Role: Intune Architect
• Location: All Persistent Location
• Experience: 11 to 15 years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Architecture & Solution Design
• Design and define enterprise-level Modern Endpoint Management architecture using Microsoft Intune and SCCM/MECM.
• Architect co‑management and hybrid solutions including Azure AD Join, Hybrid Join, Autopilot, Co‑Management, and Tenant Attach.
• Develop Intune-based configurations for MDM, MAM, Compliance Policies, Configuration Profiles, Security Baselines, Endpoint Protection, and Conditional Access.
• Define and document the overall Intune, SCCM, PKI, Windows Update for Business (WUfB), and endpoint security posture.
• B. Implementation & Deployment
• Lead deployment of Windows Autopilot, device provisioning, and lifecycle automation.
• Oversee SCCM infrastructure, distribution points, task sequences, OS deployment, patching, software updates, and application packaging/distribution.
• Implement & optimize Intune App Management, including Win32 apps, MSI, MSIX, and LOB applications.
• Manage integration between Intune, Defender for Endpoint, Azure AD, and third‑party tools.
• C. Governance & Compliance
• Establish and maintain governance, policies, and standards for endpoint management.
• Ensure compliance across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.
• Work closely with security teams to ensure adherence to Zero Trust, Conditional Access, and compliance frameworks.
• D. Operations & Optimization
• Provide tier‑4 technical support and guide engineering teams for escalated issues.
• Optimize device performance, endpoint reliability, and user experience through automation and policy tuning.
• Evaluate, test, and roll out new Intune features, SCCM releases, and Windows OS baselines.
• E. Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teamsSecurity, Network, Infrastructure, Workplace Engineering, Application Owners.
• Work with vendors, Microsoft support, and partners for escalations, POCs, and complex solutioning.
• Present architecture proposals, solution roadmaps, and operational impacts to leadership.
• F. Documentation & Knowledge Management
• Create high-quality documentation: HLDs, LLDs, SOPs, design diagrams, runbooks, and operational playbooks.
• Provide training to internal teams on new Intune, SCCM processes, and modern management concepts.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Expert-level experience in Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Manager):
• MDM/MAM
• Device configuration profiles
• Endpoint Security
• Compliance policies
• App deployment (Win32/MSI/MSIX)
• Autopilot provisioning
• Deep hands-on experience with SCCM/MECM:
• Task sequences
• OSD and imaging
• Patch management
• Software distribution
• Reporting (SSRS/Power BI)
• Strong knowledge of Azure AD, Conditional Access, RBAC, Identity Protection.
• Experience configuring Windows Update for Business, Feature Update Rings, and Quality Updates.
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting for automation.
• Lead deployment of Windows Autopilot, device provisioning, and lifecycle automation.
• Oversee SCCM infrastructure, distribution points, task sequences, OS deployment, patching, software updates, and application packaging/distribution.
• Implement & optimize Intune App Management, including Win32 apps, MSI, MSIX, and LOB applications.
• Manage integration between Intune, Defender for Endpoint, Azure AD, and third‑party tools.
• Governance & Compliance
• Establish and maintain governance, policies, and standards for endpoint management.
• Ensure compliance across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.
• Work closely with security teams to ensure adherence to Zero Trust, Conditional Access, and compliance frameworks.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent -

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."