End User Computing Administrator
American Public Education, Inc.
The End User Computing (EUC) Administrator supports and administers the endpoint technologies employees use every day. This role maintains secure, reliable, and compliant desktops, laptops, mobile devices, operating systems, and productivity tools; resolves escalated endpoint issues; and contributes to device lifecycle, patching, software delivery, and continuous service improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Administer and support Windows desktops and laptops, with support for macOS and mobile devices as required.
- Troubleshoot escalated hardware, software, operating system, connectivity, printing, and user access issues, coordinating with other teams when resolution extends beyond EUC.
- Manage endpoint configuration, provisioning, patching, compliance, and software distribution using Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) or comparable platforms.
- Support device enrollment, Autopilot or imaging processes, application packaging and deployment, and endpoint configuration standards.
- Build, configure, administer, and support virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments, including desktop images, host pools, application delivery, user access, performance, capacity, and availability.
- Support endpoint-related identity and access services, including Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Group Policy, and Microsoft 365.
- Maintain endpoint security controls, including encryption, antivirus or endpoint detection and response, configuration baselines, and compliance policies.
- Monitor endpoint health, investigate recurring incidents, identify root causes, and recommend practical improvements that increase reliability and user experience.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, knowledge articles, support procedures, and device standards.
- Partner with service desk, infrastructure, security, network, and application teams to resolve incidents, fulfill requests, and deliver projects.
- Participate in device refreshes, operating system upgrades, pilot activities, and other EUC lifecycle initiatives.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with employees, technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders; provide status updates and document work in the IT service management platform.
- Follow change, incident, problem, request, asset, and configuration management practices and contribute to continual service improvement.
Requirements:
- Three or more years of experience in desktop support, endpoint administration, endpoint engineering, or a related IT role.
- Hands-on experience supporting Windows endpoints in a managed enterprise environment.
- Working experience with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM), including endpoint configuration, software distribution, patching, reporting, and troubleshooting.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, and common networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and wireless connectivity.
- Experience with software deployment, patching, imaging or modern provisioning, endpoint security, and advanced endpoint troubleshooting.
- Hands-on experience building and managing VDI environments, such as Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, Citrix, VMware Horizon, or a comparable platform.
- Ability to use endpoint data and service trends to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements.
- Strong customer service, prioritization, documentation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a service-oriented environment.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
- Experience with PowerShell or another scripting language for endpoint administration and task automation.
- Preferred: familiarity with macOS management, Apple Business Manager, mobile device management, Microsoft Defender, or comparable endpoint security tools.
Education/Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered.
- Relevant Microsoft endpoint, desktop support, or IT service management certification preferred.
Competencies:
- Collaborates: Builds and maintains effective partnerships with team members and stakeholders, working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and resolve challenges effectively.
- Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear, concise, and tailored communications through various modes (e.g., written, verbal, and visual) to meet the unique needs of diverse audiences.
- Customer Focus: Cultivates strong relationships with internal and external customers by actively listening to their needs and providing timely, customer-centric solutions.
- Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Regularly seeks and incorporate feedback from peers, leaders, and stakeholders to understand and address personal strengths and areas for growth.
- Ensures Accountability: Consistently meets deadlines and delivers on commitments, ensuring work quality and aligning with organizational standards.
- Innovation & Improvement: Encourages forward-thinking solutions, process improvements, and a culture of learning to enhance efficiency and team effectiveness.
About Us:
Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide higher education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. educates service-minded students, ranging from the military, public service, federal agencies, and nursing communities, through American Public University System (APUS), Hondros College of Nursing (HCON), and Rasmussen University.
It is the policy of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. American Public Education, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a resident of a state with designated pay transparency requirements and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request. Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com.
3+ years desktop support or endpoint administration experience; hands-on Windows endpoint support; experience with Microsoft Intune, MECM/SCCM, Entra ID, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, VDI, and PowerShell; strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
- administering endpoint technologies
- troubleshooting escalated issues
- managing device lifecycle
Skills & Tools
Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM), Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, Citrix, VMware Horizon, PowerShell, Apple Business Manager, Microsoft Defender
Job Details
- Category: Information Technology
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Languages: English
About American Public Education, Inc.
A provider of higher education and training to military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals. — Industry: Education