Citrix Infrastructure Administrator

Leidos Inc; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos Inc in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a skilled Citrix Administrator to support network operations and cyber defense. The role involves configuring and maintaining enterprise Citrix environments while ensuring performance and security standards are met. Candidates should have significant experience with Citrix technologies and a DOD Top Secret clearance.

The position offers a competitive pay range of approximately $73,450 to $132,775, along with benefits including health programs and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with enterprise virtualization architectures and Citrix technologies.
• Must possess an active DOD Top Secret level security clearance.
• 8570 IAT Level II Baseline Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Citrix infrastructure, including CVAD and Citrix ADC.
• Troubleshoot user connectivity and performance issues.
• Automate tasks using PowerShell scripting.

Skills

Enterprise virtualization architectures

Citrix technologies

Troubleshooting Citrix ADC

Networking fundamentals

PowerShell scripting

Education

BA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Citrix ADC (NetScaler)

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD)

Job description

Description

Leidos is committed to delivering innovative solutions and supporting mission-critical operations for our customers. The DISA CESO ITSS team provides network operations and cyber defense support to the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), enabling secure and reliable communications for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Combatant Commands (COCOMs).

Configure, administer, and sustain an enterprise Citrix environment supporting geographically distributed users. This role is responsible for day‑to‑day health, maintenance, troubleshooting, performance, and security integration for Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) and Citrix ADC (NetScaler).

Key responsibilities

• Configure and maintain CVAD and Citrix ADC (NetScaler), including associated access components (e.g., StoreFront, Citrix Gateway) as required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve user connectivity, latency, and performance issues across geographic locations.
• Perform routine patching, system health checks, upgrades, and firmware updates for Citrix infrastructure, hypervisors, and supporting platforms.
• Manage security and access, including Active Directory integration, user/group access controls, and compliance requirements.
• Automate provisioning and administrative tasks using PowerShell (or similar scripting).
• Document configurations and operational procedures; support incident/change workflows.

Required qualifications

• BA degree and 4+ years experience with enterprise virtualization architectures and Citrix technologies (e.g., XenApp, XenDesktop, StoreFront, Citrix Gateway/CVAD). Additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Hands‑on experience administering and troubleshooting Citrix ADC (NetScaler).
• Strong networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, load balancing, SSL/TLS certificates.
• Candidate must possess an active DOD Top Secret level security clearance, and be eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
• Candidate must be willing to take and maintain a CI/Poly.
• 8570 IAT Level II Baseline Certification (e.g., CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE).

Preferred qualifications

• Citrix certifications such as Citrix Certified Associate – Virtualization (CCA‑V) or Citrix Certified Professional – Virtualization (CCP‑V).

Pay Range

$73,450.00 – $132,775.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.