Senior IT Engineer (Citrix)

Seneca Resources; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) retirement plans

Job summary

A consulting and staffing firm is seeking a Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer to design and maintain Citrix Virtual Desktop Infrastructure. Responsibilities include implementing Citrix solutions in hybrid environments, managing Citrix technologies, and troubleshooting distributed systems. Candidates should have extensive experience with Citrix applications, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with teams. This role offers a competitive hourly pay rate of $50-$55 and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in virtual desktop engineering or infrastructure engineering roles.
• Significant hands-on experience with Citrix technologies.
• Proven experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale VDI environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops solutions.
• Administer Citrix technologies and manage configurations.
• Troubleshoot complex Citrix, networking, and performance issues.

Skills

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops

Citrix NetScaler

FSLogix

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

10+ years of experience in virtual desktop engineering

Tools

Citrix Studio

Citrix DaaS

Citrix Policies

StoreFront

App Layering

Machine Creation Services (MCS)

Job description

(Must be able to work Eastern Time hours)

Clearance Requirements: None required

Position Status: Contract

Pay Rate: W2 (with PTO): $50–$55/hr

Position Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer to support and evolve enterprise Citrix Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performing virtual application and desktop solutions across hybrid and cloud environments.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, NetScaler, and cloud-based VDI migrations, along with a strong engineering mindset and the ability to provide technical leadership across infrastructure initiatives. This role supports a geographically distributed enterprise environment and requires collaboration across engineering, security, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops solutions in hybrid and cloud environments
• Administer Citrix technologies including Citrix Studio, Citrix Policies, StoreFront, Citrix DaaS, App Layering, and Machine Creation Services (MCS)
• Manage NetScaler configurations, policies, and traffic management for secure application delivery
• Support FSLogix Profile Containers and Application Masking to optimize user experience and performance
• Lead or support initiatives to migrate hybrid Citrix VDI environments (on-prem and cloud) to full cloud-based solutions
• Provide technical direction and engineering support for infrastructure projects and operational improvements
• Research and evaluate emerging VDI and virtualization technologies to inform design decisions and roadmap planning
• Troubleshoot complex Citrix, networking, and performance issues across distributed environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with security, compliance, and operational standards
• Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures

Required Skills / Education

• 10+ years of experience in virtual desktop engineering or infrastructure engineering roles
• Significant hands-on experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (XenApp/XenDesktop)
• Strong expertise with Citrix NetScaler, including policy configuration and networking concepts
• Experience with Citrix Cloud and Citrix DaaS architectures
• Hands-on experience with FSLogix, application layering, and profile management solutions
• Proven experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale VDI environments
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with distributed technical teams
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Citrix certifications such as:
• Citrix Certified Associate (CCA) – Virtualization or App Delivery & Security
• Citrix Certified Professional (CCP) – Virtualization or App Delivery & Security
• Experience migrating Citrix environments to Microsoft-based cloud platforms (or similar cloud providers)
• Background supporting large enterprise or regulated environments
• Experience with automation or scripting related to VDI environments

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm — we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.