Simpson Thacher
SeniorManager,GlobalPlatformEngineering
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“Senior Manager, Global Platform Engineering at Simpson Thacher. Skills: Platform Engineering, Endpoint Management, Security, Leadership. Lead and mentor a team. Foster a culture of technical excellence”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis; Critical thinking; Rapid decision-making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
12+ years IT experience, Bachelor's degree in computer science, Deep understanding of server and workstation operating systems, Experience with cloud-based server platforms, Extensive knowledge of endpoint management tools, Understanding of authentication, security principles, Knowledge of core networking fundamentals, Knowledge of core storage fundamentals, Intermediate to advanced scripting languages experience, Knowledge of the M365 suite, Knowledge of application packaging, Ability to work independently, Collaborate with cross-functional teams, Excellent analytical skills, Problem-solving skills, Troubleshooting skills
Nice to Have
Nutanix experience desirable, Legal IT experience a plus
What You'll Do.
Lead and mentor a team
Foster a culture of technical excellence
Provide technical guidance
Overcome technical hurdles
Advocate for Global Platform Engineering
Promote data and offerings
Design platform solutions
Implement platform solutions
Maintain platform solutions
Design endpoint management solutions
Implement endpoint management solutions
Maintain endpoint management solutions
Manage endpoint devices
Monitor endpoint health
Monitor endpoint performance
Resolve potential issues proactively
Enforce endpoint security standards
Develop configuration profiles
Deploy configuration profiles
Perform operating system deployments
Perform operating system migrations
Perform operating system upgrades
Implement endpoint security solutions
Protect against malware
Protect against ransomware
Protect against cyber threats
Analyze security incidents
Coordinate with security teams
Stay updated on security threats
Stay updated on security technologies
Work closely with IT teams
Ensure smooth integration
Collaborate with business stakeholders
Understand platform requirements
Understand endpoint requirements
Deliver aligned solutions
Communicate technical concepts
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Parallel IT teams; Business stakeholders
Communication Scope
Communicate technical concepts
Process & Methodology
Lifecycle management, Operations management
Full Job Description
Job Summary & Objectives A Platform Engineering Senior Manager is responsible for leading a team of engineers who manage and maintain an organization's endpoint devices (servers, laptops, desktops, and mobile phones), overseeing the implementation and upkeep of endpoint security measures, device management systems, and ensuring optimal performance end user experience while also providing technical guidance and mentoring to their team members. The Global Platform organization is responsible for deploying, configuring, and managing endpoint management solutions, implementing security policies, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities * Leadership: * Lead and mentor a team of platform engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. * Provide technical guidance, coaching and support for team members’ driving performance while overcoming technical hurdles. * Be an advocate for Global Platform Engineering. Promote the data and offerings available from the team that could improve process and decision making across all IT towers. * Platform Engineering\Endpoint Management: * As a subject matter expert, design, implement, and maintain platform and endpoint management solutions. * Design and implement strategies for managing endpoint (client and server) devices using tools like Tanium, Microsoft Intune, SCCM, or JAMF, including hardware and software deployment, configuration, and patching. * Monitor endpoint health and performance metrics, identifying and resolving potential issues proactively. * Ensure compliance with security policies by enforcing endpoint security standards and best practices. * Develop and deploy configuration profiles, scripts, and policies to manage endpoint settings, applications, and security. * Perform operating system deployments, migrations, and upgrades where necessary. * Security & Threat Management: * Implement endpoint security solutions
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