Citrix Engineer

SAIC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a skilled System Administrator to support NIWC LANT CLOUD CITI division. The role covers both physical and virtual data centers and cloud environments, with emphasis on CVAD, Citrix NetScaler, Windows Server, and DISA STIG compliance.

The position requires on-site work in New Orleans, LA, and offers a top-tier security posture. Travel up to 10% is expected, and an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus nine years of demonstrated experience; four additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Strong knowledge of CVAD, NetScaler, and Windows Server technologies.
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, and DNS management.
• Experience implementing DISA STIGs and DoD security standards.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow and Jira.
• Proven ability to work in cross-functional teams using Agile processes.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and deploy Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) systems.
• Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot CVAD components on Windows Server 2012–2022.
• Manage Citrix NetScalers to ensure performance and availability.
• Enforce security compliance by applying DISA STIGs and applying patches via WSUS/Group Policy/PowerShell.
• Maintain, upgrade, and secure Windows servers per DoD/DISA standards.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues and support customer applications.
• Collaborate with virtualization and storage teams to optimize systems.
• Document configurations and processes with SharePoint.
• Review incidents, changes, and service requests using ServiceNow and Jira.
• Provide technical consulting and propose system enhancements.
• Utilize Agile methods (Kanban/Sprints).
• Develop automation scripts and tools, especially in PowerShell.

Skills

CVAD (Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops

Citrix NetScaler

Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

PowerShell

DNS management

DISA STIGs

ServiceNow

Jira

SharePoint

Agile (Kanban/Sprints)

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 9+ years of experience

Tools

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD)

Citrix NetScaler

Windows Server

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required

Secret

Location

New Orleans, LA, US

Date Posted

2026-10-12

Category

Information Technology

Subcategory

Sys Administrator

Schedule

Full-Time

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes - 10% of the time

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Top Secret

Potential for Remote Work

ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to support the Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic (NIWC LANT) Cloud Computing Innovation, Transformation, and Integration (CLOUD CITI) Division. The position will involve supporting both physical and virtualized data center environments, including commercial cloud service providers.

Candidate must reside within a 50 mile radius of either Charleston, SC, New Orleans, LA, Norfolk, VA or Tampa, FL.

NOTE On-call rotation every 5th week for a week to address Citrix related outages.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and deploy Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) systems.
• Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot CVAD components on Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022.
• Manage Citrix NetScalers (physical and virtual) to ensure consistent performance and availability.
• Enforce security compliance by applying DISA STIGs, managing patches, and updating Citrix and Windows environments via WSUS, Group Policy, and PowerShell.
• Maintain, upgrade, and secure Windows servers to align with DoD and DISA standards.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues and support customer application needs.
• Collaborate with virtualization and storage teams to optimize systems.
• Document system configurations and operational processes using tools like SharePoint.
• Review, manage, and troubleshoot incidents, changes, and service requests using ServiceNow and Jira.
• Provide technical consulting and collaborate with stakeholders to recommend system enhancements and improvements.
• Utilize Agile methodologies, including Kanban and Sprints.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools, particularly in PowerShell, for efficiency in system administration.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and nine (9) years or more of demonstrated experience; four (4) additional years of experience in lieu of 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 compliance with DoD security standards.
• Familiarity with service management tools such as ServiceNow and Jira.
• Proven ability to work within cross-functional teams using Agile processes.

Required Security Clearance

• Active Secret clearance is required to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Required Certifications

• CompTIA Security+ certification (must be obtained within six months of hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• Citrix Certified Associate, Professional, or Expert certifications.
• Prior experience with commercial cloud service platforms.

Target salary range $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.