Citrix Software Virtualization Engineer
ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED
Transform technology into opportunity as a Citrix Software Virtualization Engineer with D2 Tech Services. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At D2 Tech Services, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.
As a Citrix Software Virtualization Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS/SCI cleared Citrix Software Virtualization Engineer joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Arnold, MO or Springfield, VA.
Responsibilities:
Development of Virtualized packages for mission baseline applications
Applications will be consumed both by VDI sessions and thick clients
Applications include those with plugins and advanced graphics requirements
Work with application testers and mission SME’s to validate mission application behavior
Incorporate any required sequencing changes into the app sequencing process
Identify facets of user application settings (registry, AppData, etc) that need to be persisted across sessions in a non-persistent VDI environment
Identify automation opportunities for application sequencing and work with the engineering team to streamline the sequencing process for mission applications once established
Assist the virtualization team and VDI team with application delivery infrastructure configuration as needed
Improve backup/Disaster Recovery and Continuity of Operations
Articulate knowledge, discoveries, designs, etc rapidly and concisely in written detailed designs, test plans and test cases, implementation plans, operational guides, and training guides under project management time and cost-constrained deadlines
Perform work without appreciable direction and exercise considerable latitude in the determination of technical objectives of assignments
Work with VMware software defined data center products and tools for troubleshooting and performance tuning
Analyze, test, and apply regular security patches and software update as required
Incident resolution and fulfillment of software requests
Create and maintain technical documentation and provide training to team members
Performs all other work as assigned
What you’ll need to succeed
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience with Systems Administration/Virtualization (additional education, training, certifications, or work experience can be substituted in lieu of degree)
3+ years of experience with VDI technologies, including VMware Horizon, Citrix Virtual Apps and desktops, or Microsoft Remote Desktop Services
2+ years of experience with Citrix XenApp or comparable application virtualization technology (Microsoft App-V, FlexApp, App Volumes, etc)
8140.01M IAT Level II Certification
In-depth and up-to-date knowledge of virtualization products and capabilities
Ability to analyze and apply virtualization product capabilities to changing program requirements
Good work ethic and active desire to learn
Skillful time management and organizational skills to set and meet deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Desired:
Experience with Windows Desktop (10/11) and Server (12+) Operating systems
Utilizing scripting and automation tools (e.g. Powershell) to automate tasks and manage deployments
Experience with non-persistent desktop environments
Experience with profile management solutions such as VMware DEM or Liquidware Labs’ Profile-Unity
Familiarity with Active Directory, specifically Group Policy
Understanding of load-balancing application delivery services
Understanding of ITIL principles
Able to create architectural design documents and presentations
Able to test and apply hardware and software updates
Understand architectural frameworks such as TOGAF
Virtualization computer environment certification (i.e. VMware Certified Associate for Data Center Virtualization, VCA-DCV)
Familiarity with ticketing systems (Service+, ServiceNow, Remedy, etc.)
Travel
There will be occasional trips to the customer site in Springfield, VA
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $130-140k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!
D2 Technical Services is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience. Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.