Sr. Virtual Desktop Engineer

CGI • Washington, DC

4h

About The Position

CGI Federal is a leader in providing IT and cybersecurity solutions, dedicated to supporting mission-critical defense and intelligence initiatives. We are committed to enhancing national security through innovative technology and expert collaboration. As a Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer at CGI Federal, you will lead the design, implementation, and management of virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) solutions for a federal law enforcement agency’s classified environment. This role involves hands-on VDI engineering combined with leadership responsibilities, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability of virtual desktop systems, mentoring junior engineers, and advising stakeholders on VDI strategy and governance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Minimum of seven (7) years in VDI engineering with expertise in designing and implementing secure virtual desktop solutions.
• One or more of the following certifications: VMware Certified Professional - Desktop and Mobility (VCP-DTM) Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V) Microsoft Certified: Windows Virtual Desktop Specialty

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in federal government or diplomatic environment at the department level or experience supporting classified environments within federal law enforcement or Intelligence Community organizations.
• Experience integrating VDI solutions with cybersecurity tools, network infrastructure, and cloud platforms.
• Experience with VDI solutions in hybrid/zero-trust architectures.
• Knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks (800-53, 800-171, 800-190).
• Additional cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of VDI solutions for a federal law enforcement agency’s classified data processing systems directorate.
• Ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability of virtual desktop systems across classified environments.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and software development teams to integrate VDI solutions, develop use cases, and support deployment and maintenance activities.
• Support system authorization and continuous monitoring activities, maintain comprehensive VDI documentation, and ensure solutions align with federal standards and mission requirements.
• Lead VDI strategy workshops, roadmap development, and stakeholder presentations.
• Architect VDI integration pipelines, develop VDI specifications, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Align VDI development to NIST SP 800-53 and ISCM requirements.
• Extend VDI capabilities to AWS/Azure/GCP and integrate with automation and orchestration tools.
• Establish content lifecycle governance and mentor junior staff.

Benefits

• Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
• Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging.
• Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life.
• That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees.
• We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
• Your work creates value.
• You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
• You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last.
• You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level