On behalf of DWP, we are looking for an Application Packager for a 12 month (Inside IR35) contract based Hybrid in Blackpool or Manchester.
As an Application Packager, you will join a specialist engineering team responsible for the technical discovery, packaging, testing and deployment of enterprise applications across modern Windows platforms. You will bring strong expertise in application packaging technologies, PowerShell automation, Intune and SCCM/MECM, with the ability to troubleshoot complex deployment and endpoint security issues within a large-scale enterprise environment.
As an Application Packager your main responsibilities will be to:
. Create and maintain application packages using Master Packager (MSI), Microsoft App-V Sequencer, PowerShell, and PowerShell Application Deployment Toolkit (PSADT).
. Repackage Legacy applications for deployment through modern technologies such as Microsoft Intune and Windows 365.
. Deploy, test, and troubleshoot applications across Intune, SCCM/MECM, and Citrix environments.
. Diagnose and resolve application deployment failures, conflicts and co-existence issues.
. Resolve issues caused by Windows Defender ASR and AppLocker rule blocks.
. Produce technical discovery and packaging documentation.
. Conduct peer reviews and testing as part of Packaging Quality Assurance (PQA).
. Work closely with engineering and support teams to ensure successful application delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience:
. Strong commercial experience in Application Packaging using MSI, App-V, PowerShell Application Deployment Toolkit (PSADT) and packaging tools such as Master Packager.
. Proven experience deploying applications through Microsoft Intune and SCCM/MECM.
. Advanced PowerShell Scripting skills.
. Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
. Expert knowledge of Windows 11, including Registry, file systems, services, user and system contexts, policies, logging, and SysWOW64 redirection.
. Experience using Sysinternals and other diagnostic tools.
Desirable Skills:
. Experience with Autopilot and Endpoint Security.
. Knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Group Policy.
. Exposure to Citrix, Ivanti/AppSense, MSIX, and Microsoft Graph.
. Familiarity with Micke-K Intune Management Tools.
. Previous experience working within a Government or Public Sector environment.
What's Needed
. Demonstrable hands-on packaging and deployment experience.
. Ability to work independently within a specialist engineering team.
. Strong documentation and communication skills.
. Capability to discuss and demonstrate technical expertise during interview.
Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.
Disability Confident
As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.
Armed Forces Covenant
DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.
In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Application Packager employer: Alexander Mann Solutions - Public Sector Resourcing
Joining UK Parliament as a Microsoft M365 and Copilot Specialist offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the public sector while enjoying a hybrid work model in the vibrant city of London. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, alongside a collaborative work culture that values innovation and stakeholder engagement. The role not only allows you to leverage your technical expertise but also to make a meaningful impact on how technology enhances productivity and collaboration within the organisation.
Contact Details:
Alexander Mann Solutions - Public Sector Resourcing Recruitment Team
