VDI Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 115,600 - 156,400; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a VDI Engineer to architect, implement, and optimize virtual desktop infrastructure for our enterprise clients. You will provide Tier 3 support, guide desktop optimization, and work across cross‑functional teams to ensure reliable, scalable VDI solutions.

The role requires a strong Citrix background, PVS/MCS expertise, and proficiency with PowerShell for automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, administering, and troubleshooting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7.x+.
• Strong proficiency with PVS and MCS.
• Experience with user profile management and containerization (ProfileUnity, FSLogix).
• Experience with Citrix ADC (NetScaler) including load balancing and SSL.
• Experience with VMware vSphere, Hyper‑V, Nutanix, XenServer.
• Strong Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and network concepts.
• VDI performance tuning, capacity planning, monitoring, troubleshooting at scale.
• PowerShell scripting and automation for Citrix administration.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and communicate with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, implement, and maintain VDI solutions to meet enterprise needs.
• Provide Tier 3 support to system admins for complex VDI issues.
• Advise on desktop optimization for interoperability and serve as a VDI liaison.
• Deliver advanced endpoint support and resolve virtual desktop incidents.
• Maintain expert knowledge of VDI administration and emerging virtualization tech.
• Collaborate across production environments with diverse stakeholders.
• Apply technical expertise to support enterprise infrastructure initiatives.
• Conduct evaluations and trade studies for architecture and make/buy decisions.

Skills

VDI design

Troubleshooting

Networking concepts

Stakeholder comms

Automation mindset

Architecture evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops (7.x+)

Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS)

Machine Creation Services (MCS)

Liquidware ProfileUnity

Microsoft FSLogix

Citrix ADC (NetScaler)

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Hyper‑V

Nutanix

XenServer

PowerShell

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Job Overview

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a VDI Engineer at GDIT. You will tailor cutting‑edge solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients and prioritize the end‑user experience. As a VDI Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. This role requires a TS/SCI cleared VDI Engineer to support our intelligence customer in Arnold, MO or Springfield, VA.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, implement, and maintain Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions to support enterprise requirements.
• Provide Tier 3 technical support to system administrators by troubleshooting and resolving complex VDI‑related issues.
• Advise on desktop optimization strategies to ensure platform interoperability and serve as a technical liaison for VDI technologies.
• Deliver advanced endpoint support, including troubleshooting and resolution of virtual desktop‑related incidents and service requests.
• Maintain expert‑level knowledge of VDI administration, engineering, implementation, and emerging virtualization technologies.
• Operate effectively across multiple, complex production environments while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and cross‑functional teams.
• Apply advanced technical expertise and a comprehensive understanding of related disciplines to support enterprise infrastructure initiatives.
• Conduct technical evaluations and trade studies, providing recommendations for architecture, solution selection, and make‑versus‑buy decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, administering, and troubleshooting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (formerly XenDesktop) version 7.x and later.
• Strong proficiency with Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS) and Machine Creation Services (MCS).
• Working knowledge of user profile management and containerization technologies, including Liquidware ProfileUnity, Microsoft FSLogix, or equivalent solutions.
• Experience administering and troubleshooting Citrix ADC (NetScaler) appliances, including load balancing, SSL, and secure remote access configurations.
• Experience supporting virtualized infrastructure on VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper‑V, Nutanix, Citrix XenServer, etc.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise networking concepts.
• Experience with VDI performance tuning, capacity planning, monitoring, and troubleshooting in large‑scale enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and automation to support Citrix administration and operational tasks.
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues, develop effective solutions, and communicate recommendations to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering and managing Microsoft SQL Server environments, including database maintenance, performance monitoring, backup and recovery, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) and configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or DSC.
• Experience with enterprise monitoring, logging, and analytics platforms such as ControlUp, Citrix Director, Splunk, or Microsoft SCOM.
• Familiarity with storage technologies that support VDI workloads, including SAN, NAS, and hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI).
• Experience participating in architecture reviews, technology roadmaps, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Knowledge of security frameworks, vulnerability remediation, and STIG compliance within enterprise Windows environments.
• Experience supporting DevOps or CI/CD processes for infrastructure deployments and configuration management.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers, lead technical initiatives, and collaborate effectively across engineering, operations, and cybersecurity teams.

Compensation

The likely salary range for this position is $115,600 – $156,400. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements.

Travel, Telecommuting & Work Location

• Travel Required: None
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite
• Work Location: USA, VA – Springfield
• Additional Work Locations: USA, MO – Arnold (3838 Vogel Rd, MOC017)

Benefits & Total Rewards

• Medical plan options, including HSA‑eligible plans, dental and vision plans, and a 401(k) plan with company match.
• Full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
• Corporate match on 401(k) contributions.
• Optional benefits such as career development tools, internal mobility support, and wellness programs.

Identity Verification

As part of the hiring process, a biometric‑based identity verification will be required. You may be asked to appear on camera during virtual interviews and the company may collect biometric data to prevent fraud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.