Ayan Infotech has an urgent and immediate requirement for 2 * WDAC Implementation Specialist for a long term contract job opportunity in Melbourne or Sydney.
All applicants must have full unrestricted work rights in Australia.
Title: WDAC Implementation Specialist - 2 positions
Location: Melbourne or Sydney
Type: Contract (6 months +)
Required Skills and Experience:
We are looking for two WDAC Implementation Specialists,who are responsible for planning, deploying, and maintaining Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies across enterprise environments. This role ensures secure application whitelisting, compliance with organizational security standards, and alignment with Zero Trust principles.
Policy Development & Deployment:
- Design and implement WDAC policies using XML and convert them to binary for enforcement.
- Deploy WDAC policies via Microsoft Intune, Endpoint Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr), or PowerShell.
- Configure audit mode before enforcement to minimize disruption and validate policy effectiveness.
Security & Compliance:
- Enforce application control to prevent unauthorized code execution, including kernel-level protection.
- Align WDAC implementation with regulatory requirements and organizational security frameworks.
Integration & Management:
- Integrate WDAC with Microsoft Defender Antivirus and other endpoint security tools.
- Enable managed installer functionality for automated trust of Intune-deployed applications.
Monitoring & Troubleshooting:
- Analyze WDAC logs using Microsoft Security tools (e.g., Advanced Hunting) to refine policies.
- Resolve application blockage issues and maintain policy updates for evolving business needs.
Documentation & Training:
- Maintain detailed documentation of WDAC configurations and deployment processes.
- Provide training and support for IT teams and end-users on WDAC policies.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience implementing WDAC in enterprise environments.
- Ivanti application control understanding
- Understanding of Zero Trust security models and compliance frameworks.
- Knowledge of ASD Essential Eight or similar security hardening guidelines.
- Strong knowledge of Windows security architecture, application control, and endpoint protection.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, ConfigMgr, and PowerShell scripting.
- Familiarity with Code Integrity policies, audit vs enforcement modes, and policy signing.
- Ability to manage large-scale deployments and troubleshoot complex WDAC issues.
Contact - 02 9412 4178 for more details.
www.ayaninfotech.com
