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Kirkland & Ellis · 1 week ago

Desktop Infrastructure Manager

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$185K/yr - $205K/yr

5+ years exp

Kirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm committed to legal excellence and innovation. They are seeking a Desktop Infrastructure Manager to oversee engineering operations and support for the firm's desktop ecosystem, balancing leadership with technical strategy to enhance the desktop environment.

Financial ServicesLaw EnforcementLegal

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage and prioritize the daily work of a team of desktop engineers, balancing strategic initiatives, operational demands, and Tier 3 user support while fostering technical growth and professional development

Direct projects that introduce new technologies and enhanced functionality across the desktop environment, continuously evolving infrastructure and processes toward best-in-class reliability, availability, and supportability

Guide engineering efforts across Windows and macOS hardware and platforms, including Lenovo, HP, and Apple devices, using systems management tools such as Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Microsoft Intune, and Jamf

Oversee software packaging, automation, and deployment using tools such as InstallShield, App-V, and PowerShell, as well as Citrix and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments

Manage desktop security tools including BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) and WinMagic, ensuring alignment with Firm security standards and policies

Coordinate desktop service requests from internal teams, including application packaging and deployments, while promoting desktop best practices through training, consulting, and collaboration

Qualification

Windows desktop engineeringMacOS systems managementSCCMPowerShellCitrixVDI managementInstallShieldLeadershipCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

At least 5 years of experience engineering Windows desktop environments in an enterprise setting, with 2 or more years leading or managing a technical team

Strong hands-on knowledge of Windows 11 and macOS systems management using SCCM, Intune, and Jamf

Experience with software packaging and automation tools such as InstallShield and PowerShell

Familiarity with Citrix and VDI management, as well as desktop experience (DEX) tools such as Lakeside or Lenovo Device Intelligence Plus (LDI+)

Proven ability to guide cross-functional initiatives, mentor technical staff, and clearly communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid time off

Retirement

Personal support

Tailored learning and development opportunities

Company

Kirkland & Ellis

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Kirkland & Ellis is a law firm that offers a wide range of legal assistance in labor, government, and intellectual property litigation.

Founded in 1909

Chicago, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.kirkland.com/

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