General Dynamics Information Technology ยท 22 hours ago
Azure Cloud VDI Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly (Up to $30,000 sign on bonus available)
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 that delivers consulting and technology solutions. They are seeking an Azure Cloud VDI Engineer to architect, build, and optimize a global Virtual Desktop Infrastructure solution in the Microsoft Azure cloud environment, focusing on scalability, reliability, and user experience.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Architect and deploy Citrix VDI services in the Azure cloud to support global end user computing needs
Design, implement, and maintain dynamic scaling and automation to support just-in-time desktop provisioning and efficient resource usage
Engineer and optimize Azure cloud resources (compute, networking, storage, identity) to support scalable and secure VDI infrastructure
Conduct benchmark testing of VDI images, analyze performance metrics, and implement tuning measures to ensure a high-quality user experience
Collaborate with security, network, and support teams to ensure VDI services meet compliance and availability standards
Evaluate and pilot alternative VDI platforms (e.g., Azure Virtual Desktop, VMware Horizon Cloud) to compare performance, cost, and manageability
Monitor, analyze, and continuously improve the VDI environment to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness
Maintain documentation for architecture, deployments, performance baselines, and configuration standards
Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and evolving cloud VDI trends
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
US Citizenship Required
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
Experience: 5+ years of related experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, including deployment, management, and performance tuning in enterprise environments
Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, particularly in deploying and managing VDI-related resources (e.g., Azure Compute, Azure Files, Azure NetApp Files, Azure Monitor)
Solid understanding of cloud-based automation and orchestration tools (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform, Azure Automation, ARM/Bicep)
Proven ability to implement scalable, cost-effective, and performant virtual desktop solutions in the cloud
Experience with image optimization, session performance tuning, and capacity planning for VDI workloads
Knowledge of identity management and access control integrations (e.g., Azure AD, Conditional Access) for secure desktop delivery
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
Must be willing to support an on-call rotation
Certification Required: 8570 compliant with a Security + certificate
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
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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