WDAC Implementation
Core
Design, implement, and deploy Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies to enforce application control and prevent unauthorized code execution across enterprise endpoints.
Role type
WDAC Implementation Specialist
Builds
Enterprise endpoint security configurations and application control policies
Domain
Cybersecurity / Endpoint Protection / Windows Administration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Windows security architecture, XML policy design, Microsoft Intune, Endpoint Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr), PowerShell scripting, Code Integrity policies, audit vs enforcement modes, policy signing, Microsoft Defender Antivirus integration, log analysis (Advanced Hunting)
Preferred skills
Enterprise WDAC implementation experience, Ivanti application control, Zero Trust security models, ASD Essential Eight guidelines
Technologies
WDAC, XML, Microsoft Intune, ConfigMgr, PowerShell, Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Advanced Hunting
Responsibilities
Design and implement WDAC policies using XML and convert them to binary; Deploy policies via Intune, ConfigMgr, or PowerShell; Configure audit mode to validate effectiveness; Integrate WDAC with endpoint security tools; Analyze logs to refine policies; Resolve application blockage issues; Maintain documentation and provide training.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
