Virtual Desktop Administrator

Apex Systems; Omaha (NE); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

HSA

ESPP

Job summary

Everforth Apex seeks a Virtual Desktop Administrator in Omaha, NE, with deep VDI experience to design, implement, and optimize desktop environments. You will drive projects, mentor staff, and guide best practices to boost productivity and reliability across the user base.

The role requires 11–14 years in VDI engineering, strong scripting skills, and knowledge of Windows, Linux, AD, GPO, and hybrid cloud architectures. A strategic, customer-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 11–14 years of VDI engineering or related IT experience.
• Proficient in VDI technologies: VMware Horizon, Citrix VAD, or Microsoft AVD.
• PowerShell scripting for VDI management required.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux OS, AD, GPO, profile management, and hybrid cloud.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and core processes related to VDI with limited supervision.
• Contribute to IT infrastructure process improvements.
• Ensure effective execution of VDI activities to meet metrics.
• Apply in-depth VDI knowledge to adapt departmental plans.
• Recommend innovative VDI solutions and best practices for user experience.
• Perform complex VDI management, performance analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on complex technical issues.
• Follow policies to execute tactical VDI plans.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to staff.

Skills

VDI engineering

VMware Horizon

Citrix VAD

Microsoft AVD

PowerShell

Windows OS

Linux OS

Active Directory

Group Policy

Profile management

Hybrid cloud

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Job#: 3058727

Job Description:

Virtual Desktop Administrator

Location: Omaha, Nebraska (Remote)

Role Overview

This organization is seeking a professional Virtual Desktop Administrator to drive the design, implementation, and optimization of virtual desktop environments. The successful candidate will leverage technical expertise to develop innovative infrastructure solutions that improve operational efficiency and enhance user productivity. Responsibilities include managing projects independently, contributing to continuous process improvements, and providing technical guidance and mentorship to support staff and professional colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage specific projects and core processes related to virtual desktop infrastructure with limited supervision.
• Contribute to process improvements within the broader IT infrastructure domain.
• Ensure effective execution of core activities within the virtual desktop environment to achieve key operational metrics.
• Adapt departmental plans by applying in-depth knowledge of virtual desktop technologies and related IT disciplines.
• Recommend innovative solutions and best practices to enhance user experience and align with strategic objectives.
• Perform complex virtual desktop management, performance analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on complex technical issues where clear precedents may not exist.
• Follow functional policies and procedures to execute tactical plans within the virtual desktop domain.
• Provide technical leadership, acting as a resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required. A Master's degree is preferred.

Experience: Eleven to fourteen years of position-related experience in virtual desktop engineering or a related IT discipline is required.

Technical Skills: Profound expertise in virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) technologies including VMware Horizon, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, or Microsoft AVD is required. Proficiency in scripting and automation utilizing PowerShell for VDI environment management is essential. Candidates must possess a strong understanding of operating systems (Windows and Linux), Active Directory, Group Policy, profile management solutions, and hybrid cloud architectures. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary to diagnose and resolve connectivity and performance issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud-based VDI solutions in large enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences clearly.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804‑523‑8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.