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Job Posting Title
Mac Desktop Engineer
Date
Friday, May 9, 2025
City
Morrisville
State
NC
Country
United States
Working time
Full-time

Description & Requirements

This position is a systems administration professional with a specific focus on the Mac administration platform (Jamf) and Linux-based server operating systems. This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and performance of the Jamf Pro administration platform and the Mac end-user computer (desktop) images. They maintain the operating system environment through routine patching, security updates, vulnerability remediation, and application updates, patching, and additions. In addition, they will interface with Tier 1-2 user support staff to troubleshoot and resolve complex user issues. They will interface with Linux systems administrators to administer and maintain the server hosting environment for Jamf; collaborate with network and systems engineers for on-site/off-site connectivity for Mac devices and services; and interface with the Centers for Information Technology for cloud-based services like identity management. 

This position is on-site. 
Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS218, T2, Band 5
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements: 
  • Demonstrated experience with the Jamf Pro administration platform including configuration profile development, policy management, application update(s), systems inventory, and baseline Operating System image development.
  • Experience with automation and scripting (Ansible, Python, or closely related tool)
  • Familiarity with custom application package development for Mac devices in Jamf 
  • Experience with hybrid-cloud systems, networks, and services, preferably in Micorosft Azure and M365.
  • University degree (BA/BS) in a closely related field (Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Design and Engineering)
  • 3+ years demonstrated experience as a systems administrator or engineer, specifically in Mac and Unix-based operating environments.  
  •  Jamf 300 

Job-Specific Preferred Requirements: 
  • Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) is a plus
  • Experience with MySQL database(s) and schema
  • Familiarity with hybid-cloud systems architecture
  • Experience with public key infrastructure (PKI), single sign-on integration (SAML, OIDC); and endpoint security
  • Jamf 400 

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Minimum Requirements
TCS218, T2, Band 5
EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
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Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Minimum Salary
$
80,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
85,000.00