We are looking for an experienced OS Engineer with strong expertise in Windows OS image creation, hardening, and deployment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in customizing Windows operating systems, implementing security hardening standards, and building automated deployment solutions using Microsoft deployment tools. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to quality and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, customize, and maintain Windows OS images for enterprise environments.
- Perform OS hardening and security configurations in line with industry standards and organizational policies.
- Implement and manage Windows OS deployment using Microsoft deployment tools.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline OS configuration, deployment, and validation.
- Ensure OS images comply with security guidelines such as STIG, Nessus, and firewall policies.
- Troubleshoot OS-level issues related to boot, deployment, drivers, and security.
- Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation in compliance with QMS.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements, track progress, and ensure timely delivery.
- Provide regular status updates and support release execution activities.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Skills
- Windows OS Engineering
- Hands-on experience (1–2 years) in OS hardening, configuration, and customization
- Experience with Windows XP, Windows 7, and integration with third-party tools
- Scripting & Automation
- Strong experience in VBScript, PowerShell, and Batch scripting
- Windows Deployment & Imaging
- Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT)
- Windows ADK, WinPE, WinRE
- DISM, WIM, Unattend.xml
- Windows Image development and deployment workflows
- OS Security
- Knowledge of Windows OS security, firewall configurations
- Familiarity with STIG, Nessus guidelines, and security policies
- System & Boot Knowledge
- Boot Manager concepts
- BIOS, UEFI
- Disk management using Diskpart
- Backup and recovery tools like WbAdmin
- Active Directory
- Working knowledge of Windows AD integration