General Dynamics Information Technology · 4 days ago
VDI Performance Engineer - TS/SCI /Poly
Annapolis Junction, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company. They are seeking a results-driven Citrix VDI Performance Desktop Engineer to join their Enterprise VDI Team, responsible for building, testing, and optimizing Citrix VDI images to ensure high-performance and stability.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build, configure, and maintain enterprise-grade Citrix VDI images
Perform pre-production testing to validate the stability, compatibility, and functionality of VDI image updates
Develop and maintain a comprehensive suite of test cases, including:
Functional validation of system components
Verification of known issues and regressions
Use Login VSI (or similar performance testing tools) to:
Create and run synthetic transactions to simulate user activity
Benchmark performance impacts of each release
Identify bottlenecks and areas for optimization
Monitor system performance and recommend tuning and optimization strategies for improved end-user experience
Collaborate with application teams, infrastructure teams, and IT support to resolve compatibility and performance issues
Investigate and document performance baselines and deviations post-release
Maintain detailed documentation for image build procedures, test plans, and performance metrics
Independently research and identify opportunities for system improvements and performance enhancements
Ensure compliance with enterprise security and change management policies
Qualification
Required
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph clearance level must currently possess
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph clearance level must be able to obtain
5+ years of related experience supporting Citrix VDI environments in a medium-to-large enterprise setting
Strong experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) and Citrix Machine Creation Services (MCS)
Hands-on experience with Login VSI (or similar VDI performance testing tools)
Strong understanding of image lifecycle management including version control, change management, and testing workflows
Experience with Windows desktop OS configuration and optimization for VDI (e.g., Windows 10/11 multi-session)
Proficient in analyzing performance logs, metrics, and synthetic test data to identify performance trends and areas of concern
Ability to write and maintain test plans and validation procedures
Highly independent and self-driven—capable of managing tasks and investigations with minimal supervision
Excellent documentation and communication skills
Must be willing to support an on-call rotation
US citizenship required
Certification Required: 8570 compliant with a Security + certificate
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
A vision plan
A 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
A variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Nedzbala
Senior Vice President
Ben Buckley
Vice President and General Manager
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