Overview
The Software Compliance Analyst will oversee patching and compliance for nearly 2,000 machines within a prestigious arts institution for a six-month contract. This role requires close collaboration with the Information Security and Service Desk teams while ensuring the systems are compliant and audit-ready during a transition from MECM to Intune. The successful candidate will work independently from day one, taking full ownership of the patching and compliance function.
Responsibilities
- Manage patching and compliance across 2,000 machines, ensuring everything is compliant and audit-ready.
- Run both MECM and Intune systems in parallel during the migration.
- Collaborate with Information Security and Service Desk teams.
- Report to a monthly steering group on compliance and patching status.
- Utilize PowerShell for remediation and patch scripting.
- Implement Automatic Deployment Rules (ADRs) for efficient patch deployment.
- Conduct CVE assessments and vulnerability remediation.
- Document configuration and processes for Adaptiva OneSite Patch deployment.
Requirements
- Proven experience with SCCM/MECM, including server and workstation deployments.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Intune, particularly Update Rings and device compliance.
- Proficiency in PowerShell for scripting and automation.
- Experience with Patch Tuesday and out-of-band patch deployment.
- Familiarity with compliance reporting at an organizational level.
- Experience with a hybrid estate of Windows devices.
- Knowledge of Cyber Essentials or NCSC CAF is a plus.
- Prior involvement in MECM-to-Intune migration projects is preferred.