Lead Solutions Specialist

Citrix Systems; New Jersey; On-site; USD 128,001 - 192,001; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Citrix Systems is seeking a Lead Solutions Specialist to join our mission of creating a secure, modern workplace using eLux and Scout. This role emphasizes endpoint management and deployment for digital workspaces, enhancing IT environments across industries.

Qualified candidates will have over 5 years of experience in IT architecture, expertise in endpoint security, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges based on location, with benefits including healthcare and 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of thin-client computing and secure digital workspace environments, with expertise in deploying and managing eLux and Scout.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT architecture, endpoint management, or systems engineering.
• Strong understanding of endpoint security, operating system management, and cloud-based device automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, secure, innovative endpoint management architectures.
• Drive the development of key features, optimizations, and integrations for eLux and Scout.
• Participate in advancing the technical product roadmap of eLux and Scout.

Skills

Thin-client computing

Secure digital workspace management

Endpoint security

Cloud-based workspace environments

Citrix DaaS

Education

5+ years of experience in IT architecture or endpoint management

Tools

eLux

Scout

Virtualization technologies

Job description

About This Team

With the acquisition of Unicon, Citrix will provide customers with a secure client OS and endpoint management that dramatically improves endpoint security, resilience, and operational efficiency, while delivering a seamless end‑to‑end experience for accessing corporate applications and desktops. In addition, enterprise customers can leverage eLux to extend the life of their current assets as they approach the end of support for Windows 10.

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Solutions Specialist for eLux & Scout to join our mission to create the modern, secure workplace where efficiency, security, and innovation converge. This role focuses on shaping the future of work by leveraging the comprehensive capabilities of the Citrix platform, including virtual apps and desktops, Zero Trust access, and high‑performance secure application delivery.

As part of our team, you will drive the integration and optimization of Unicon's eLux and Scout as core components of the Citrix platform. eLux, a highly secure and lightweight Linux‑based operating system, is designed to enhance endpoint security and efficiency, while Scout provides centralized endpoint management for seamless configuration, monitoring, and updates. Your work will ensure enterprises can securely deploy and manage digital workspaces at scale, enabling flexible, high‑performance access across diverse devices.

By delivering, monitoring, and managing secure application access through Citrix's solutions— including eLux and Scout—you will play a key role in optimizing enterprise IT environments, enhancing security, and driving innovation in modern workplace infrastructure for customers in multiple industries, including Public Services and Healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and Configure Architectures: Design and implement scalable, secure, and innovative endpoint management architectures leveraging Unicon's eLux, a lightweight Linux‑based operating system, and Scout, a robust endpoint management solution, to deliver secure, efficient, centrally managed digital workspaces.
• Lead Feature Development: Drive the development of key features, optimizations, and integrations that enhance endpoint security, centralized management, and performance, ensuring seamless integration of eLux and Scout within Citrix's platform.
• Champion Process Improvements: Advocate for strategies that drive IT process efficiencies in endpoint security, remote device management, and operating system standardization, leveraging the capabilities of eLux and Scout as part of the broader Citrix platform with VDI/DaaS and Web Apps, reinforcing the vision of a secure and scalable digital workspace.
• Develop Proof of Concepts with Customers: Work closely with customers to develop and validate proof of concepts (PoCs) that demonstrate the effectiveness of eLux and Scout in real‑world endpoint security, cloud management, and digital workspace scenarios.
• Contribute to Technical Roadmap: Participate in advancing the technical product roadmap of Unicon's eLux and Scout.
• Provide Technical Leadership: Foster a positive culture of collaboration and learning, guiding teams in the effective deployment and use of eLux and Scout within Citrix's secure digital workspace ecosystem.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Work with Product Managers, Sales, and other cross‑functional teams to prioritize and deliver impactful endpoint management solutions that emphasize security, efficiency, and innovation, utilizing Unicon's offerings.
• Advocate Best Practices: Leverage experience and customer interactions to promote best practices in endpoint security, IT automation, and cloud‑based device management within the Citrix platform, including VDI/DaaS and Web Apps, to support the goals of a secure and efficient IT infrastructure with eLux and Scout.
• Engage with Stakeholders: Understand customer and partner needs to ensure our solutions align with the vision for a modern, secure digital workspace and effectively integrate eLux and Scout.
• Foster Platform Adoption: Collaborate with customers to ensure successful deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management of eLux‑based devices, providing technical support and guidance to drive customer success and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of thin‑client computing and secure digital workspace environments, with expertise in deploying and managing eLux and Scout or similar solutions.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT architecture, endpoint management, or systems engineering, with expertise in secure device lifecycle management and cloud‑based workspace environments.
• Strong understanding of endpoint security, operating system management, and cloud‑based device automation, with experience in Citrix DaaS, virtualization technologies, and remote access solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and virtualization technologies, with familiarity in integrating Citrix DaaS products into enterprise environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience in customer or partner‑facing roles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of IT security best practices, including Zero Trust, data encryption, and endpoint compliance management.
• Experience leading endpoint security and management initiatives, including PoCs and setting IT strategy.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation may vary depending on your location, qualifications, including job‑related education, training, experience, licensure, and certification.

NY generally ranges: $128,001–$192,001

CA generally ranges: $145,921–$218,881

All other locations fall under our General State range: $128,001–$192,001

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Cloud Software Group and the country where you work. U.S. based employees are typically offered access to healthcare, life insurance and disability benefits, 401(k) plan and company match, among others.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cloud Software Group is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic carrier status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation status), marital status, military service, protected veteran status, political activity or affiliation, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave and other protected classifications.

If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any part of the application process, please contact us via the Bridge portal for assistance.