Job Description


Job Overview

  • Job ID:

    J55308

  • Job Title:

    Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) Engineer

  • Location:

    Madison, WI

  • Duration:

    12 Months + Extension

  • Domain Exposure:

    Material

  • Client:

    To Be Discussed Later

  • Employment Type:

    W-2, 1099, C2C

  • Work Authorization:

    US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Job Title: Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) Engineer

Location:Madison, WI

Duration: 12 months 

Bill Rate: $77/hour (C2C)

Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C

Client: To Be Discussed Later

Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Description: 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, deploy, and maintain WDAC policies for Windows endpoints and servers.
  • Create and manage application whitelisting and code integrity policies.
  • Troubleshoot application blocks and policy enforcement issues.
  • Collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and Desktop Engineering teams to ensure secure application deployment.
  • Monitor endpoint security posture and recommend improvements.
  • Support Microsoft Defender for Endpoint integrations and security initiatives.
  • Document configurations, procedures, and operational standards.
  • Perform testing, validation, and change management for WDAC policy updates.

 Required Skills:

  • Hands-on experience with Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC).
  • Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems, Group Policy, and PowerShell.
  • Experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and endpoint security technologies.
  • Understanding of application control, code signing, and security best practices.
  • Ability to analyze logs, troubleshoot issues, and support enterprise-scale deployments.

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM, or Endpoint Manager.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements.
  • Microsoft security certifications are a plus.

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