GovCIO

Transforming Government IT

Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer

EngineerEngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2010H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

44 days ago

Salary

$160K / year

Bachelor Degree12 yrs expEnglishAWSCitrixPython

Job Description

• Engineer, maintain, and optimize Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (XenApp/XenDesktop) environments • Support enterprise VDI platforms in government or regulated environments • Design and implement automation for VDI provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management • Develop and maintain scripts and automation for system creation in Citrix and AWS environments • Integrate and support VDI solutions with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) for imaging, patching, application deployment, and compliance • Administer and troubleshoot Windows desktop and server operating systems used in virtual desktop environments • Support hybrid architectures integrating on-premises infrastructure with AWS services • Perform advanced troubleshooting across OS, application, virtualization, network, and storage layers • Performance capacity and usage reporting to make recommendations for optimization and planning • Apply security hardening, access controls, and compliance requirements aligned with government standards • Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and system diagrams • Participate in change management, patch cycles, and system sustainment activities

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's with 12+ years of desktop engineering experience (or commensurate experience)
  • 7+ years of experience in virtual desktop engineering, end-user computing (EUC), or enterprise virtualization
  • Strong hands-on experience with Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop (Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops)
  • Experience supporting and maintaining NetScaler and NetScaler Console
  • Experience supporting large-scale or mission-critical VDI environments
  • Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash)
  • Demonstrated experience automating system builds and configurations in Citrix and AWS
  • Experience working with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
  • Solid understanding of Windows Server and Windows Desktop operating systems
  • Understanding and experience with security and certificate management
  • Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity services
  • Familiarity with operating in government contracting or compliance-driven environments
  • Familiarity of Databases and their management
  • Coordinates with Tier 4 vendors as needed
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate Discounts
  • Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
  • Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Internal Mobility Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexible Work Environment

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