Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer

Govcio LLC

3d•$160,000 - $160,000•Remote

About The Position

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). 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. GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

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
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Ability to maintain a Public Trust clearance

Nice To Haves

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

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
Coordinates with Tier 4 vendors as needed