Platform Engineer – VDI

System One; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 72,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Platform Engineer – VDI to design, implement, and optimize Azure Virtual Desktop environments onsite in Washington, DC. The contractor will lead design decisions, provisioning, and policies for secure, scalable VDI delivery.

The role emphasizes strong PowerShell automation, deep knowledge of AVD components, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet security and performance goals. Onsite work with a focus on reliability and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience with VDI technologies, cloud platforms, and desktop virtualization.
• Minimum 3 years focused on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) or similar cloud VDI.
• Expertise in AVD including host pools, session hosts, app virtualization, and multi-session Windows.
• Proficiency with Azure services: AD, Networking, Storage, Monitoring.
• Strong PowerShell scripting for automation of VDI tasks.
• Familiarity with Intune and Group Policy in VDI environments.
• Knowledge of security best practices and VPN technologies.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Azure Monitor or Log Analytics.
• Excellent communication and ability to work across teams.
• Experience managing VDI projects from design to support.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and architecture of Azure Virtual Desktop environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to tailor VDI while meeting security policies.
• Ensure VDI performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness with Azure tools.
• Implement and maintain AVD offerings, including desktops and app hosting.
• Develop group policies and user profiles to meet standards.
• Deploy multi-session Windows desktops and host pools.
• Monitor health and performance, diagnose issues to ensure uptime.
• Utilize Azure Monitor and Log Analytics for insights.
• Use AAD for authentication with conditional access for VDI access.
• Provide tier 3 support for complex VDI issues and optimization.
• Develop automation for provisioning, patching, and profile management using PowerShell and Azure Automation.

Skills

AVD design

PowerShell

Azure Monitor

Azure AD

Group Policy

VDI architecture

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Intune

Azure Monitor

Job description

Job Title: Platform Engineer – VDI
Location: Washington, DC (onsite)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $61.25/hour
Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments, including the selection of appropriate Azure resources, virtual machines, storage, and networking
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and customize the VDI solution to ensure the best possible user experience, while aligning with company policies and security requirements
• Ensure the virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) is optimized for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness using Azure tools and resources
• Implement, configure, and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop solutions, including provisioning of virtual desktops, application hosting, and integration with on-premises resources when needed
• Develop and implement group policies, security settings, and user profiles within the AVD environment to meet company standards and user needs
• Deploy and manage multi-session Windows 10 or Windows 11 virtual desktops, app delivery configurations, and host pools
• Monitor the health and performance of the Azure Virtual Desktop environment, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure uptime and reliability
• Leverage Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and other tools to gain insights into system performance and identify areas for improvement
• Utilize Azure Active Directory (AAD) for user authentication and ensure conditional access policies are in place for secure VDI access
• Provide tier 3 support for complex VDI-related issues, troubleshooting and resolving incidents related to virtual desktop performance, user access, and application delivery
• Develop and implement automation solutions to streamline VDI management tasks such as provisioning, patching, and user profile management using PowerShell, Azure Automation, and other scripting tools
• Create and manage scripts for the automation of AVD environment scaling, resource allocation, and cleanup
• Document architecture, configurations, troubleshooting guides, and processes to facilitate efficient platform management and knowledge sharing
• Stay up to date with new features and best practices in Azure Virtual Desktop and related cloud technologies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5+ years of experience with VDI technologies, cloud platforms, and desktop virtualization, with a minimum of 3 years focused on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) or similar cloud-based VDI solutions
• Expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), including host pools, session hosts, app virtualization, and multi-session Windows
• Proficiency in Azure services, including Azure Active Directory, Azure Networking, Azure Storage, and Azure Monitoring
• Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11 multi-session desktop environments and Windows Server
• Strong knowledge of PowerShell scripting for automation of VDI management tasks
• Familiarity with Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) and Group Policy management in virtual desktop environments
• Experience with remote desktop services (RDS), Citrix, or other desktop virtualization technologies is a plus
• Knowledge of security protocols and tools for securing virtual desktop infrastructure, including Azure security best practices and VPN technologies
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or third-party solutions like SolarWinds or Splunk
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, with a focus on optimizing performance, identifying bottlenecks, and resolving issues in a timely manner
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to document and explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment and collaborate with business and technical teams to achieve organizational goals
• Experience in managing VDI-related projects, from design and implementation to ongoing support and optimization

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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