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WDAC Implementation Specialist / Endpoint Security Engineer

Xpt Software Australia PtyNew South Wales🇦🇺AustraliaPosted 7 Oct 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
New South Wales, Australia
PowerShellZero Trust

Job Description

Policy Development &
Deployment:

o 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:

o Enforce application control
to prevent unauthorized code execution, including kernel -level protection.

    • Align WDAC implementation with regulatory
      requirements and organizational security frameworks.
  • Integration & Management:

o Integrate WDAC with
Microsoft Defender Antivirus and other endpoint security tools.

    • Enable managed installer functionality for automated
      trust of Intune -deployed applications.
  • Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

o 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:

o Maintain detailed
documentation of WDAC configurations and deployment processes.

    • Provide training and support for IT teams and
      end -users on WDAC policies.

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.

Preferred 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.

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