Remote Windows 10 Migration Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:
PlanIT Group is seeking a Windows 10 / 11 Support Engineer for our Federal customer in the Raleigh, NC area. The primary responsibility is to provide support for all Windows 10-related issues, primarily researching endpoint analytics and investigating items that impact Windows 10/11 performance and end user experience.
Responsibilities:
• Ability to evaluate endpoint analytical data and windows event/log data to identify areas of concern with workstation performance or issues driving incidents.
• Investigate and identify root cause and remediation for identified Windows 10/11-related issues, including but not limited to:
• Operating system issues
• Software installation and configuration
• Network connectivity issues.
• Conflicting third-party applications
• Monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Work with other IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
Qualifications:
Required:
• In-depth knowledge of Windows 10 operating system, including its features, architecture, and functionalities
• Ability to install and configure Windows 10 operating system on multiple platforms, including laptops, desktops, and servers
• Understanding of Windows updates, service packs, and patches, and experience with the installation and troubleshooting of these updates
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues related to Windows 10 /11 operating system
• Knowledge of network protocols and security protocols, such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN
• Knowledge of Active Directory services, Group Policy, and domain configuration
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and command-line interfaces to automate tasks and streamline processes
• Knowledge of WMI – Windows Management Instrumentation
• Basic Knowledge of virtualization technologies, such as Hyper-V and VMware, and the ability to install and configure virtual machines on Windows 10 operating system
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to design, plan, and implement solutions to complex issues
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment while demonstrating personal initiative and the ability to work independently
• Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident only
• Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members)
Preferred:
• In-depth knowledge of computer architecture, computer hardware components, and working knowledge of firmware, BIOS, and device drivers, as well as their optimization
• Understanding of Operating Systems principles including memory management, process management, threading, CPU scheduling, and security
• Proficiency with performance monitoring and profiling tools such as Microsoft Windows Performance Toolkit, ProcDump/ProcMon, PerfMon, Fiddler, Sysinternals, WinDBG, and Wireshark
• Ability to benchmark computer equipment and analyze results, comparing them against industry standards and optimizing accordingly
• Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar automation tools to create automated performance-monitoring tools
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, OSI model, and web-related protocols such as HTTP, HTTPS
• Basic Knowledge of cloud-based infrastructures, such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are necessary, including the ability to diagnose issues across multiple domains, such as software, hardware, firmware, network to resolve local or remote performance problems
• A deep understanding of how applications work on top of operating system internals. This includes a strong knowledge of how applications interact with file systems, the registry, network stacks, and system memory
• Knowledge of security concepts and an understanding of how operating system hardening impacts system performance and how to optimize system security without impacting performance
• Familiarity with encryption implementation and impact, such as SecureDoc or BitLocker
• Understanding of impact and compatibility of external docks and input devices, and how they may affect performance or stability
Company:
PlanIT Group is an IT and engineering professional services company which provides top-tier talent to various commercial and government customers. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Charlotte, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.