Citrix CVAD & NetScaler Engineer - Secret Clearance

Saic; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a System Administrator to support the NIWC LANT CLOUD CITI Division, in or near Norfolk, VA, with responsibilities spanning CVAD deployment, Citrix NetScaler management, and Windows server administration. The role requires DoD security standards, DISA STIGs, and PowerShell automation, with on-call rotations for Citrix outages.

Candidate must reside within 50 miles of Norfolk, VA and hold an Active Secret clearance with the potential for Top Secret.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 9+ years of demonstrated experience; 4 additional years of experience may substitute for a degree.
• Strong knowledge of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD), Citrix NetScaler, and Windows Server technologies.
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, and DNS management.
• Experience implementing DISA STIGs and ensuring DoD security standards compliance.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow and Jira; Agile processes (Kanban, Sprints).
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and develop automation scripts (PowerShell).
• Active Secret clearance to start (ability to obtain Top Secret).
• CompTIA Security+ certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and deploy Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) systems.
• Administer CVAD components on Windows Server versions 2012–2022.
• Manage Citrix NetScalers (physical and virtual) for performance and availability.
• Apply DISA STIGs, manage patches, and update Citrix/Windows via WSUS, Group Policy, and PowerShell.
• Maintain, upgrade, and secure Windows servers in line with DoD/DISA standards.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and support customer application needs.
• Collaborate with virtualization and storage teams to optimize systems.
• Document configurations and processes with SharePoint; review incidents and changes in ServiceNow/Jira.
• Provide technical consulting and recommend system enhancements; work with stakeholders.
• Utilize Agile methodologies (Kanban, Sprints) and develop automation scripts.

Job description

SAIC is seeking a System Administrator to support the NIWC LANT CLOUD CITI Division, in or near Norfolk, VA, with responsibilities spanning CVAD deployment, Citrix NetScaler management, and Windows server administration. The role requires DoD security standards, DISA STIGs, and PowerShell automation, with on-call rotations for Citrix outages.

Candidate must reside within 50 miles of Norfolk, VA and hold an Active Secret clearance with the potential for Top Secret.