Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Engineer

Rackner; Dayton (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid holidays

Remote work support

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Rackner is seeking a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Systems Engineer in Dayton, OH, onsite at NASIC. You will support VDI engineering and endpoint management, focusing on multi-cloud VDI, image creation, and secure configurations.

You will work with ISSOs, implement STIGs, and prepare documentation for ATO/CTO processes, while maintaining robust endpoint environments and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience administering VDI platforms (AVD, AWS WorkSpaces, Horizon).
• Experience configuring thin-client deployments and management consoles.
• Scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate deployments and resource scheduling.
• Experience with STIGs and CTO/ATO documentation in regulated environments.
• Strong technical writing for SOPs, blueprints, and whitepapers.
• Mandatory CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain VDI environments and thin-client endpoints.
• Configure and support VDI via AVD, AWS WorkSpaces, and Horizon.
• Build and maintain VDI images, user profiles, apps, host pools, and scaling.
• Test VDI performance, gather feedback, implement improvements.
• Coordinate with ISSOs for security compliance and monitoring.
• Apply DISA STIGs across desktops, AD, thin clients, and cloud resources.
• Support ATO/CTO activities with documentation and evidence.
• Develop and maintain CONOPS, SOPs, and system architecture docs.

Skills

VDI Administration

Endpoint Management

Scripting & Automation

Infrastructure Security

Technical Writing

Security+ Certification

Tools

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

AWS WorkSpaces

Horizon

10ZiG Manager

Job description

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Systems Engineer
Location: Dayton, OH
Work Model: Fully onsite at NASIC
Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Overview

Rackner is seeking a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Engineer to support the VDI Engineering and Endpoint Management team. The VDI Engineer will work within a team responsible for the implementation, management, maintenance, security compliance, and documentation of the organization’s multi-cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and thin-client endpoint environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain 10ZiG thin-client environments hosted in AWS, including device configurations, firmware updates, security patches, certificates, andendpoint enrollment
• Configure and support VDI environments, including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), AWS Workspaces, and Horizon
• Build and maintain virtual desktop images, user profiles, applications, host pools, and scaling configurations
• Test VDI performance and compatibility, gather user feedback, and make improvements to desktop environments
• Work with Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to support security compliance and continuous monitoring requirements
• Apply and maintain DISA STIGs across virtual desktops, Active Directory, thin clients, and cloud resources
• Support ATO and CTO activities by preparing technical documentation, testing configurations, and gathering required evidence
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including CONOPS, SOPs, and system architecture documentation

Qualifications/Experience Preferred

• VDI Administration: experience administering at least one of the primary VDIplatforms (AVD, AWS WorkSpaces, Horizon)
• Endpoint Management: Experience configuring and operating 10ZiG Manager or equivalent thin-client deployment consoles
• Scripting & Automation: Proficiency with scripting languages (PowerShell,Bash, or Python) to automate template deployment, cloud resource scheduling, and user profile management
• Infrastructure Security: Documented experience executing STIG checklists and supporting CTO/ATO documentation packages in highly regulated enterprise environments
• Writing Capabilities: Strong technical communication skills, with experience drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical design blueprints, and system whitepapers
• CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II baseline) OR a globally recognized equivalent certification is MANDATORY

Preferred Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or SysOps Administrator
• VMware Certified Professional - Desktop and Mobility (VCP-DTM) or Omnissa Horizon credentials

About Rackner

Rackner is a software consultancy focused on building mission-critical systems for the U.S. government. Our teams work across cloud platforms, DevSecOps, AI/ML, distributed systems, and modern software engineering initiatives supporting federal agencies and national security missions. Rackner engineers and technical teams collaborate closely with leadership, program teams, and mission stakeholders to design, demonstrate, and improve software systems that address complex operational challenges.

Benefits & Perks

At Rackner, we believe that when our people grow, our company grows with them, and we are committed to supporting their growth, development and success. We are proud to offer a creative and forward-thinking environment that includes:

• Company-supported certifications aligned to current and future program work, including cloud, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, security, AI/ML, project management,
  and related technical areas
• Clear advancement tracks and future leadership opportunities
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Home-office equipment plan and remote work support
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement
• Weekly pay schedule and modern perks, including team events

Equal Opportunity

Rackner is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.