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Job Description

Job Description

Job Description - L2/L3 Endpoint Engineer (JAMF / macOS / iOS MDM)

Role Overview

The L2 Endpoint Engineer (Apple) is responsible for administration, support, and optimization of Apple device management platforms, primarily JAMF Pro, covering macOS and iOS/iPadOS devices.

This role includes device lifecycle management, application packaging & deployment, patching, policy enforcement, and compliance management. The engineer is expected to troubleshoot complex Apple endpoint issues and ensure a seamless user experience.


Key Responsibilities

JAMF Platform Administration
  • Administer and support JAMF Pro environment
  • Manage:
    • Device inventory and smart groups
    • Policies and configuration profiles
    • Enrollment workflows (DEP/Automated Device Enrollment)
  • Monitor JAMF health, sync status, and device communication



Device Lifecycle Management (macOS & iOS)
  • Handle end-to-end lifecycle:
    • Enrollment (Automated & manual)
    • Provisioning and configuration
    • Decommissioning
  • Support:
    • macOS devices (laptops/desktops)
    • iOS/iPadOS devices (iPhones, iPads)
  • Ensure devices are compliant with corporate standards



Application Packaging & Deployment (macOS)
  • Package and deploy applications using:
    • PKG / DMG formats
    • JAMF policies
  • Handle:
    • App testing and validation
    • Version upgrades and patching
  • Troubleshoot installation failures and dependency issues



Patch Management (macOS & iOS)
  • Manage OS and third-party patching using JAMF
  • Define and deploy patch policies and schedules
  • Monitor patch compliance and remediation
  • Troubleshoot patch deployment failures



Policy & Configuration Management
  • Create and manage:
    • Configuration profiles (Wi-Fi, VPN, security settings)
    • Restrictions and compliance policies
  • Integrate with:
    • Apple Business Manager (ABM)
    • Identity providers (Azure AD / Okta)
  • Ensure alignment with security baselines



Incident & Problem Management
  • Act as L2 resolver for:
    • Device enrollment failures
    • Application deployment issues
    • Patch failures
    • Policy conflicts
  • Perform root cause analysis for recurring issues
  • Escalate to L3/vendor with proper logs when required



Automation & Scripting
  • Use scripting for automation:
    • Bash / Shell scripting (primary for macOS)
    • Basic Python (good to have)
  • Automate:
    • Application deployments
    • Device configurations
    • Remediation tasks



Compliance, Reporting & Documentation
  • Generate reports on:
    • Device compliance
    • Patch status
    • Application deployment success
  • Maintain SOPs, runbooks, and knowledge base
  • Support audit requirements



Collaboration & Support
  • Work with L1 team for triage improvements
  • Collaborate with:
    • Security teams (compliance & policies)
    • Identity teams (SSO, conditional access)
  • Provide clear communication to end users and stakeholders



Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills (Core)
  • Strong hands-on experience in:
    • JAMF Pro administration
    • macOS device management
    • iOS/iPadOS device management (MDM)
  • Good understanding of:
    • Apple Business Manager (ABM)
    • Automated Device Enrollment (DEP)
    • Apple Volume Purchase Program (VPP / Apps & Books)



Packaging & Scripting
  • Application packaging:
    • PKG / DMG
  • Scripting:
    • Bash / Shell (mandatory for macOS support mindset)



Integration Knowledge
  • Identity integration:
    • Azure AD / Okta (preferred)
  • Basic understanding of:
    • Certificates, profiles, and device trust



Process Knowledge
  • ITIL processes:
    • Incident, Problem, Change Management
  • Experience in patch cycles and compliance reporting



Soft Skills
  • Strong troubleshooting mindset (must understand Apple ecosystem behavior)
  • Clear communication with global users
  • Attention to detail (Apple policies can be strict and sensitive)



Experience & Education
  • 3-6 years of experience in Apple endpoint / JAMF support
  • Bachelor's degree in IT or related field
  • Certifications (good to have):
    • JAMF 100/200
    • Apple Device Support



Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Device compliance rate (%)
  • Patch compliance (macOS & iOS)
  • Application deployment success rate
  • Incident resolution time (MTTR)
  • Reduction in repeat issues
  • User experience / CSAT

More Info

Key Skills

JAMF Pro administration

Incident Problem Change Management

Automated Device Enrollment DEP

Certificates profiles and device trust

PKG DMG formats

Apple Business Manager ABM

Apple Volume Purchase Program VPP Apps Books

iOS iPadOS device management MDM

macOS device management