Appian Corporation

Appian Corporation

Senior Business Technology Engineer

McLean, Virginia · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$171k-$800kDetected 12 days ago
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About the role

  • The Appian Business Technology team is the strategic engine driving our internal corporate infrastructure forward.

Responsibilities

  • Secure Environment & CMMC Management: Manage, govern, and maintain established secure IT enclaves compliant with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and NIST 800-171 frameworks.
  • Strict Patch Management Execution: Enforce and support rigorous patch management SLAs for OS and third-party applications across all environments.
  • Continually test, deploy, and verify updates to maintain CMMC compliance, mitigate zero-day vulnerabilities, and ensure uninterrupted system functionality.
  • Zero-Touch Provisioning: Maintain and improve automated onboarding/offboarding workflows using Windows Autopilot and Apple Business Manager / Automated Device Enrollment.
  • Scripting & Tooling: Write and maintain operational scripts (PowerShell, Bash, Python) to automate software distribution, settings configuration, and routine IT tasks.
  • Workflow Optimization: Identify manual IT support processes and build automated workflows to streamline operations and improve end-user resolution times
  • Documentation & Standards: Maintain clear technical documentation, system configurations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the IT team.
  • Cross-Team Execution: Partner with Information Security and Network teams to implement security controls and ensure endpoint compatibility with company systems.
  • Partner with Information Security and Network teams to implement security controls and ensure endpoint compatibility with company systems.

Requirements

  • Degree: Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
  • 4+ years of experience in desktop engineering or similar IT-related roles.
  • Demonstrated experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting both Windows 10/11 and macOS operating systems in an enterprise setting.
  • Experience administering enterprise device management systems (e.g., Microsoft Intune for Windows
  • Working knowledge of PowerShell (Windows) and Bash / zsh (macOS) for administrative automation.
  • Practical experience with endpoint encryption, antivirus software deployment, and identity management basics (e.g., Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD, Okta).
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across teams.

Nice to have

  • Experience with zero-trust security models and endpoint protection tools.
  • Knowledge of cloud-based IT solutions (e.g., Azure AD, Google Workspace, AWS WorkSpaces).
  • Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator
  • Tools and Resources
  • Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training.
  • This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
  • Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one.
  • Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups.

Compensation

  • $75,000 - $175,000 USD

Benefits

  • Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.
  • Benefits vary by country-please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

Company info

  • Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are.
  • We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality.
  • We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results.
  • When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
  • Senior Business Technology Engineer
  • McLean, VA |
  • Are you a technical leader ready to architect, optimize, and scale the mission-critical platforms powering a global pioneer in enterprise transformation?
  • Move beyond daily maintenance to bridge strategic engineering gaps, guide cross-functional teams, and future-proof the complex software layers that enable our global workforce.
  • We design, optimize, and scale the enterprise systems that empower Appian employees globally, ensuring our internal operations mirror the high-performance capabilities of our market-leading technology and enable our corporate growth in the automation market.
  • This lead role is designed for an elite systems expert who thrives at the intersection of enterprise architecture and technical execution.
  • At Appian, you will have the autonomy to direct end-to-end system assessments, implement robust configuration and coding solutions, and pioneer methodologies to simulate user interactions before updates reach production-all while working face-to-face in a culture that champions collaboration and rapid technical innovation at our corporate headquarters.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent.
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