Citrix Administrator

GovCIO; Boise (ID); Remote; USD 85,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm is looking for an experienced Citrix Administrator to manage and support a diverse server environment. The role involves deploying and troubleshooting Citrix systems, maintaining server performance, and collaborating with the Windows team. Candidates should have substantial IT experience, particularly with Citrix products, and strong PowerShell skills. The position is remote, offering competitive pay and employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Training, Education and Certification Assistance

Flexible Work Environment

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 6-9 years of relevant experience in IT, or equivalent.
• 5+ years' experience as a Windows Systems Administrator.
• Strong experience with Citrix solutions.
• 3+ years’ experience automating tasks using PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, deploy, troubleshoot, and support servers.
• Plan and execute new system hardware and software.
• Monitor and tune system performance.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in Computer Science or IT

Automation using PowerShell

Complex networking solutions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science (preferred)

Tools

Citrix XenApp

NetScaler Gateway

Active Directory

Job description

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Citrix Administrator to manage, maintain, deploy, troubleshoot and support servers for a mixed customer environment. This position will be located in Radford, VA and will be a remote position.

Responsibilities

This position is for a Senior Citrix Administrator supporting the Windows team in a mixed and growing environment of Windows 2019 and Windows 2022. The role involves working with the existing Windows team to manage, maintain, deploy, troubleshoot and support servers for a mixed customer environment. You will plan, execute, and implement new system hardware and software, and create and maintain team technical instructions, operating procedures, and policies as needed. You will monitor and tune system performance, ensure ongoing operation of the servers, harden the servers, and report the overall security and operational status. You will also recommend improvements to the enterprise and manage new software/hardware integrations as required, while providing utilization reports to identify problems and corrective actions. Strong communication and teamwork are essential. The position supports the lifecycle of a mixed environment of vendor equipment in the datacenter, including firmware version control and periodic preventive maintenance. You will also be expected to recommend, demonstrate, and implement technologies to expand, upgrade, and increase efficiencies in the current environment.

Qualifications

High School diploma with 6 - 9 years of relevant experience, or commensurate experience.

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: Secret
• CompTIA Security+. Computing Environment (CE) Certification (e.g., MCSE, Server+, CCNA, RedHat, Palo, etc.). Certification can be waived for 30 days after project join date.
• Experience in Computer Science or IT
• 5+ years' experience as a Windows Systems Administrator or Engineer designing, installing, and maintaining Citrix XenApp, NetScaler Gateway, Citrix StoreFront, and Citrix Director
• 3+ years’ experience automating tasks using PowerShell
• 3+ years’ experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex applications and websites (IIS, Apache, etc.)
• 3+ years’ experience in an environment with complex networking solutions and senior-level knowledge of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, SNMP)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science
• 3+ years’ experience supporting cybersecurity patch management and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), SRG, RMF, SCA-V, and Cyber Operational Readiness Assessments (CORA)
• 3+ years’ experience managing enterprise-level Active Directory structures
• 3+ years’ experience creating and maintaining complex MS Group Policy implementations
• 3+ years’ experience creating, maintaining, and following Standard Operating Procedures for repeatable processes, disaster recovery, and common problem resolution
• 3+ years’ experience configuring and maintaining services such as DNS, SFTP, SMTP, and NTP

Company Overview

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.

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, including criminal history (past 7 years) and verification of education and employment history

Employee Perks

GovCIO offers a range of perks to support personal and professional well-being beyond standard health benefits, including:

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

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions drive GovCIO’s success in supporting our customers.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment; base pay offered may vary based on factors including market location, knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. Total compensation may include other elements discussed during hiring.

Posted Salary Range

USD $85,000.00 - USD $113,000.00 /Yr.

Location: US-Remote

ID: 2025-6774

Category: Information Technology

Position Type: Full-Time