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The Role
Design, build, automate, and optimize Mastercard/Vocalink's Windows platform using SCCM, Ansible, and IaC. Implement automated OS deployment, patching, compliance, and build pipelines; integrate with CI/CD and Git workflows. Lead platform modernization, troubleshoot complex Windows issues, and collaborate with security, infrastructure, application teams and vendors to deliver scalable, secure platform services.
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Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Senior Wintel Engineer
Overview
As a Senior Wintel Platform System Engineer (SCCM & Ansible-focused), you will be responsible for the design, build, automation, and ongoing optimisation of Vocalink's Windows platform estate.
The role focuses on end-to-end automation and lifecycle management of Windows environments, leveraging SCCM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager), Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to deliver scalable, consistent, and secure infrastructure services.
You will play a key role in transitioning from traditional Wintel operations to a modern, automation-led platform engineering model, ensuring all services meet SLAs, security standards, and availability targets.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain SCCM solutions for OS deployment, patching, software distribution, and compliance
Develop and manage Ansible automation frameworks for Windows configuration, orchestration, and integration with SCCM
Build and maintain automated Windows server build pipelines (gold images, baseline configurations)
Deliver Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for provisioning and configuration management
Automate patching, remediation, and compliance enforcement across the Wintel estate
Integrate SCCM and Ansible with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows
Develop self-service capabilities and automation for application and infrastructure delivery
Troubleshoot and resolve complex Windows platform issues, implementing automation-driven prevention
Lead platform modernisation initiatives, reducing manual effort and operational overhead
Support capacity planning, performance optimisation, and cost management
Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver reusable and scalable platform services
Work closely with 3rd party vendors and internal stakeholders to implement industry best practices
Experience
Strong experience delivering Wintel platform engineering and SCCM-based solutions at scale
Proven ability implementing and optimising SCCM (Endpoint Configuration Manager) environments
Hands-on experience with Ansible for Windows automation (WinRM, PowerShell modules, orchestration)
Experience building automated OS deployment and patching frameworks
Experience transforming traditional Windows administration into automation-led operations
Experience leading workstreams and acting as a technical authority in Wintel engineering
Ability to define and implement automation standards, frameworks, and best practices
Strong problem-solving skills with experience resolving complex enterprise platform issues
Experience driving efficiency, compliance, and cost optimisation through automation
Technical and Professional Skills
Core Wintel Platform Skills
Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) - Advanced
Active Directory, Group Policy (GPO) - Advanced
DNS, DHCP, PKI, Certificate Services - Advanced
PowerShell scripting & automation - Advanced
SCCM / Endpoint Management (Primary Focus)
SCCM (Endpoint Configuration Manager) - Expert
OS Deployment (OSD)
Patch management & WSUS integration
Software distribution
Compliance baselines
Intune / Co-management (awareness or experience) - Intermediate
Automation & DevOps
Ansible (Windows modules, playbooks, roles) - Advanced
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) - Advanced
Git / version control (GitOps) - Advanced
Platform Engineering & Tooling
Golden image management & build automation - Advanced
Monitoring & logging (Splunk or equivalent) - Intermediate
Vulnerability & compliance tools (Qualys, CIS benchmarks) - Intermediate
Patch orchestration & automation frameworks - Advanced
Infrastructure & Architecture Awareness
Virtualisation (VMware, Hyper-V) - Advanced
Storage & backup technologies - Intermediate
Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, Load balancing) - Advanced
Cloud platforms (Azure AWS awareness) - Intermediate
Operating Model & Practices
ITIL Service Management - Strong working knowledge
Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban) - Intermediate
Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) - Intermediate
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Senior Wintel Engineer
Overview
As a Senior Wintel Platform System Engineer (SCCM & Ansible-focused), you will be responsible for the design, build, automation, and ongoing optimisation of Vocalink's Windows platform estate.
The role focuses on end-to-end automation and lifecycle management of Windows environments, leveraging SCCM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager), Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to deliver scalable, consistent, and secure infrastructure services.
You will play a key role in transitioning from traditional Wintel operations to a modern, automation-led platform engineering model, ensuring all services meet SLAs, security standards, and availability targets.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain SCCM solutions for OS deployment, patching, software distribution, and compliance
Develop and manage Ansible automation frameworks for Windows configuration, orchestration, and integration with SCCM
Build and maintain automated Windows server build pipelines (gold images, baseline configurations)
Deliver Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for provisioning and configuration management
Automate patching, remediation, and compliance enforcement across the Wintel estate
Integrate SCCM and Ansible with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows
Develop self-service capabilities and automation for application and infrastructure delivery
Troubleshoot and resolve complex Windows platform issues, implementing automation-driven prevention
Lead platform modernisation initiatives, reducing manual effort and operational overhead
Support capacity planning, performance optimisation, and cost management
Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver reusable and scalable platform services
Work closely with 3rd party vendors and internal stakeholders to implement industry best practices
Experience
Strong experience delivering Wintel platform engineering and SCCM-based solutions at scale
Proven ability implementing and optimising SCCM (Endpoint Configuration Manager) environments
Hands-on experience with Ansible for Windows automation (WinRM, PowerShell modules, orchestration)
Experience building automated OS deployment and patching frameworks
Experience transforming traditional Windows administration into automation-led operations
Experience leading workstreams and acting as a technical authority in Wintel engineering
Ability to define and implement automation standards, frameworks, and best practices
Strong problem-solving skills with experience resolving complex enterprise platform issues
Experience driving efficiency, compliance, and cost optimisation through automation
Technical and Professional Skills
Core Wintel Platform Skills
Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) - Advanced
Active Directory, Group Policy (GPO) - Advanced
DNS, DHCP, PKI, Certificate Services - Advanced
PowerShell scripting & automation - Advanced
SCCM / Endpoint Management (Primary Focus)
SCCM (Endpoint Configuration Manager) - Expert
OS Deployment (OSD)
Patch management & WSUS integration
Software distribution
Compliance baselines
Intune / Co-management (awareness or experience) - Intermediate
Automation & DevOps
Ansible (Windows modules, playbooks, roles) - Advanced
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) - Advanced
Git / version control (GitOps) - Advanced
Platform Engineering & Tooling
Golden image management & build automation - Advanced
Monitoring & logging (Splunk or equivalent) - Intermediate
Vulnerability & compliance tools (Qualys, CIS benchmarks) - Intermediate
Patch orchestration & automation frameworks - Advanced
Infrastructure & Architecture Awareness
Virtualisation (VMware, Hyper-V) - Advanced
Storage & backup technologies - Intermediate
Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, Load balancing) - Advanced
Cloud platforms (Azure AWS awareness) - Intermediate
Operating Model & Practices
ITIL Service Management - Strong working knowledge
Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban) - Intermediate
Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) - Intermediate
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
- Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
- Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
- Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
- Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
Skills Required
- Expertise with SCCM / Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (OS deployment, patching, software distribution, compliance)
- Hands-on experience with Ansible for Windows automation (WinRM, PowerShell modules, playbooks, roles)
- PowerShell scripting and automation
- Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022)
- Active Directory and Group Policy (GPO) management
- DNS, DHCP, PKI, and Certificate Services administration
- OS deployment and patch management experience (OSD, WSUS, patch orchestration)
- Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform, Ansible)
- Git / version control and GitOps workflows; integration with CI/CD pipelines
- Golden image management and automated server build pipelines
- Experience with monitoring/logging tools (Splunk or equivalent)
- Experience with vulnerability and compliance tools and frameworks (Qualys, CIS benchmarks)
- Virtualization experience (VMware, Hyper-V)
- Networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing)
- Experience leading workstreams and acting as a technical authority in Wintel engineering
- Familiarity/experience with Intune / co-management
- Working knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
- ITIL service management and experience with Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban) and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
What the Team is Saying
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Mastercard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Careers materials and job postings advertise a “best‑in‑class” 10% retirement match (401k or equivalent). Public-facing benefits pages consistently position this as a standout element of the U.S. package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Recent U.S. postings list 25 vacation days, 5 personal days, 10 paid holidays, up to 20 days of bereavement, and 80 hours of sick/safe time. The combined time‑off framework is described as well above typical U.S. baselines.
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Parental & Family Support — Company materials specify a minimum of 16 weeks paid new‑parent leave and inclusive family‑building support, with financial assistance for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy where allowed. Impact/ESG reporting also notes coverage enhancements for gender‑affirming care in North America.
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The Company
What We Do
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a resilient economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Why Work With Us
We live the Mastercard Way: creating value in the communities we touch, growing together through the opportunities we see, and moving fast to innovate and scale. Our collaborative culture and our passionate people are the key to what we do, driving meaningful change as one team and connecting everyone to priceless possibilities.
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