Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer

TL;DR

Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer: Focusing on engineering, automating, and sustaining Citrix-based virtual desktop solutions integrated with AWS and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM). Focus on advanced troubleshooting across OS, application, virtualization, network, and storage layers, as well as applying security hardening and compliance requirements aligned with government standards.

Company

hirify.global is a team of transformers, delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

What you will do

• Engineer, maintain, and optimize Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (XenApp/XenDesktop) environments.
• Design and implement automation for VDI provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
• Integrate and support VDI solutions with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) for imaging, patching, and application deployment.
• Administer and troubleshoot Windows desktop and server operating systems used in virtual desktop environments.
• Apply security hardening, access controls, and compliance requirements aligned with government standards.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and system diagrams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's with 12+ years of desktop engineering experience (or commensurate experience).
• 7+ years of experience in virtual desktop engineering, end-user computing (EUC), or enterprise virtualization.
• Strong hands-on experience with Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop (Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops).
• Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Experience working with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).
• Clearance Required: Ability to maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Nice to have

• Citrix certifications (e.g., CC-V, CC-P, CC-E or equivalent).
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator).
• Experience with configuration management or desired-state tools (e.g., Ansible, DSC).

Culture & Benefits

• Meaningful work and a collaborative team environment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Learning & Development platform with certification preparation content.
• Referral Bonus Program.
• Flexible Work Environment.

Hiring process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team.
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening.
• Background check, to include criminal history, education verification, and employment history.