Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer

United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology We are seeking a remote Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer to support and enhance enterprise virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) in a government contracting environment. This role focuses on the engineering, automation, and sustainment of Citrix-based virtual desktop solutions integrated with AWS and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM). Responsibilities The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in Citrix XenApp/XenDesktop, strong scripting and automation skills, and experience operating in controlled, compliance-driven environments. This is a senior individual contributor role requiring extensive hands-on engineering experience rather than personnel management. Key Responsibilities: + 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 Qualifications + 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 + Clearance Required: Ability to maintain a Public Trust clearance Preferred Qualifications + Citrix certifications (e.g., CC-V, CC-P, CC-E or equivalent) + AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator) + Experience with configuration management or desired-state tools (e.g., Ansible, DSC) + Familiarity with STIGs, NIST, or similar government security frameworks + Experience with Nvidia GPU enabled virtual desktop environments Posted Salary Range USD $124,540.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Created: 2026-04-10