Citrix Engineer & Architect – Hybrid NYC VDI Leader

TEKsystems; United States; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Citrix Engineer to design, implement, and manage a global Citrix infrastructure spanning on-premises and Azure-hosted environments in New York City.

You will lead hands-on engineering projects, optimize VDI performance, and automate tasks with PowerShell while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This contract role requires strong Citrix expertise and Azure VDI experience.

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of Citrix technologies, including Virtual Apps and Desktops, NetScaler ADC, and Citrix Cloud.
• Strong experience with Azure-hosted VDI solutions, including Windows 11 image management and integration with Nutanix and VMware platforms.
• Advanced scripting and troubleshooting skills, particularly in PowerShell, with a proactive mindset for automation and root cause analysis.
• Hands-on technical leadership requiring strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and complex project management.
• Proven hands-on experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, NetScaler ADC, and Citrix Cloud in a global enterprise.
• Strong knowledge of Azure-hosted VDI solutions and Windows 11 provisioning.
• Deep understanding of Active Directory, including GPOs and DNS.
• Familiarity with Nutanix and VMware hypervisors and hardware.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Strong troubleshooting using System Internals and event log parsing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, NetScaler ADC, StoreFront, and Citrix Cloud control plane across hybrid environments.
• Lead the implementation and management of VDI solutions hosted in Azure, including Windows 11 image provisioning and updates.
• Architect and administer multi-site, multi-zone Citrix environments supporting active/active topology.
• Manage system and user configurations across large, distributed enterprise environments.
• Oversee peripheral technologies including Nutanix, VMware, Thin Clients, and endpoint devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new technologies, manage migrations, and support deployments.
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support for complex issues within End User Services.
• Utilize automation and scripting (PowerShell) to streamline operations and routine tasks.
• Maintain and update technical documentation including system designs and engineering plans.
• Monitor and analyze system performance and escalate incidents.
• Ensure integration with Microsoft 365, Box, Zoom, Teams.

Skills

Citrix VDI

PowerShell

Azure VDI

Nutanix

VMware

Citrix Cloud

Active Directory

Networking

Troubleshooting

Tools

Nutanix

VMware

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a Citrix Engineer to design, implement, and manage a global Citrix infrastructure spanning on-premises and Azure-hosted environments in New York City.

You will lead hands-on engineering projects, optimize VDI performance, and automate tasks with PowerShell while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This contract role requires strong Citrix expertise and Azure VDI experience.