VDI Administrator

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled VDI Administrator to manage and maintain our cloud-based Citrix Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the availability, performance, and security of virtual desktops, managing operating system images, and supporting installed applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Citrix Virtual Desktop and Windows OS image creation and management.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Administration

Monitor and maintain the health and performance of the Citrix VDI environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve VDI-related issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Image and Application Management
• Create, update, and manage Windows OS images for virtual desktops.
• Install, configure, and maintain applications within the VDI environment.

Performance and Availability

• Ensure VDI services are available and operating at optimal levels.
• Implement best practices for resource allocation, load balancing, and performance tuning.

Security and Compliance

• Apply patches and updates to OS images and applications.
• Maintain compliance with organizational security standards and policies.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Generate reports on system performance, usage, and incidents.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD, 12 years with a HS Diploma
• Minimum 3-5 years in administering Citrix Virtual Desktop environments.
• Strong background in Windows OS image creation and lifecycle management.

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with Citrix Cloud and related technologies (Citrix Studio, Director, etc.).
• Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with monitoring tools and performance optimization techniques.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with scripting (PowerShell) for automation.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management best practices.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and hybrid environments.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.