VDI EUC Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology

Newington (VA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health and wellness packages

Career growth opportunities

Education and certifications paid

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a skilled VDI/EUC Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and manage enterprise VDI environments. You will optimize Windows golden images, automate image creation, and ensure secure, compliant desktop infrastructure.

The role requires deep expertise in Horizon, image management, and endpoint security, with a focus on automation and modernization while supporting customers on site.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with VMware Horizon, Wyse Management Suite and Liquidware.
Strong knowledge of Windows Desktop operating systems and desktop lifecycle management.
Experience with profile management technologies and application virtualization.
Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, VPN, TCP/IP, and Load Balancing.
Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Security best practices and Zero Trust Architecture; DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, upgrade, and maintain enterprise VDI environments.
Manage and support virtual desktop infrastructure platforms and related technologies.
Troubleshoot complex performance, connectivity, authentication, and user experience issues.
Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and environment optimization.
Support VDI infrastructure lifecycle management, including upgrades, migrations, and patching.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures.

Skills

VMware Horizon

Wyse Management Suite

Liquidware

Windows OS

Profile Management

App Virtualization

Networking

Monitoring Tools

Automation

Zero Trust

Security Clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HashiCorp Packer

Job description

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a VDI/EUC Systems Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated VDI/ End User Computing (EUC) Systems Engineer to join our infrastructure team. This role will be responsible for the engineering, deployment, maintenance, optimization, security, and troubleshooting of enterprise Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in desktop virtualization, Windows Systems administration, image management, endpoint security, automation, and enterprise infrastructure services.

This position requires an individual who is passionate about technology, continuously explores new solutions, and proactively drives improvements across the EUC ecosystem. The engineer will play a key role in maintaining secure, compliant, and highly available virtual desktop environments while supporting modernization and automation initiatives.

HOW A SYSTEMS ENGINEER ADVISOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

VDI Engineering & Administration

Design, deploy, upgrade, and maintain enterprise VDI environments.
Manage and support virtual desktop infrastructure platforms and related technologies.
Troubleshoot complex performance, connectivity, authentication, and user experience issues.
Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and environment optimization.
Support VDI infrastructure lifecycle management, including upgrades, migrations, and patching activities.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures.

Golden Image Management

Build, maintain, and optimize Windows golden images for VDI environments.
Utilize HashiCorp Packer to automate image creation, maintenance, testing, and deployment processes.
Implement image versioning, standardization, and lifecycle management practices.
Validate application compatibility and operating system configurations before production releases.
Automate image deployment and maintenance processes where possible.

Security, Compliance & Hardening

Implement and maintain STIGs and security baselines.
Perform operating system hardening and vulnerability remediation activities.
Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and regulatory requirements.
Partner with cybersecurity teams to address findings from vulnerability scans and audits.
Support patch management and endpoint security initiatives.

Monitoring & Operations

Utilize monitoring and observability tools to proactively identify and resolve infrastructure issues.
Analyze performance metrics, logs, alerts

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

Required Experience: 8+ years of related experience

Hands-on experience with:
- VMware Horizon
- Wyse Management Suite
- Liquidware
Strong knowledge of Windows Desktop operating systems and desktop lifecycle management
Experience with profile management technologies and application virtualization
Knowledge of network concepts including DNS, DHCP, VPN, TCP/IP, and Load Balancing
Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Knowledge of EUC security best practices and Zero Trust Architecture.
Experience with automation and DevOps practices.

Required Technical Skills: Security+, AD, Endpoint Management, Performance Tuning, Capacity planning, Automation& Security,
Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Required Skills and Abilities: Communication, troubleshooting
Preferred Skills: VCP
Location: On Customer Site
US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE: