Senior Citrix Engineer

GCyber

$110K — $140K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline with 10+ years of enterprise-scale Citrix experience (equivalent experience may be accepted).
  • IAT II Certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP) mandatory.
  • Proficiency in PowerShell for automation and scripting essential.
  • In-depth knowledge of Windows Server OS, Active Directory, and Group Policy management is a must.
  • Experience with performance tuning and optimization tools for virtual environments preferred.
  • Prior experience with DISA solutions and mission partners is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops solutions in cloud and on-premise environments.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for the complete Citrix stack.
  • Automate infrastructure management and configuration processes with PowerShell.
  • Integrate security controls and compliance standards into the Citrix architecture.
  • Monitor and enhance the performance of the Citrix infrastructure through root cause analysis.
  • Lead infrastructure projects like platform upgrades and data center migrations.
  • Develop detailed engineering documentation, including runbooks and disaster recovery plans.

Benefits

  • 26 days of paid leave plus an annual increase in PTO.
  • An additional day of paid leave for each year of employment.
  • Paid parental leave policy.
  • Extra leave for military, jury duty, and bereavement situations.
  • 401(k) matching contributions.
  • Fully funded disability insurance by the company.
  • 90% company-funded health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and family members.
  • Comprehensive training and professional development programs.
  • Commuter benefits and allowances for transportation.
Full Job Description
The Senior Citrix Engineer designs and deploy robust, scalable, and highly available Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) solutions, both on-premise and in cloud environments (Azure/AWS).

As the Senior Citrix Engineer, you will:
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on the entire Citrix stack, engineering solutions for Citrix Cloud, ADC (NetScaler), StoreFront, and Workspace Environment Management (WEM).
  • Engineer and automate infrastructure management, deployment, and configuration processes using PowerShell to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency.
  • Lead the integration of security controls and compliance standards (DoD/DISA) into the Citrix architecture, performing vulnerability assessments and implementing hardening configurations on Citrix ADC.
  • Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including system architecture diagrams, deployment runbooks, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Proactively monitor, analyze, and optimize the performance, capacity, and latency of the Citrix infrastructure, performing root cause analysis and engineering long-term solutions for complex issues.
  • Lead critical infrastructure projects, including platform upgrades, data center migrations, and cloud service integration, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum performance.
  • Design and implement user profile and data management strategies using ProfileUnity, Profile Management, and User Layering to optimize user experience and logon times.
  • Familiarity with Citrix and Liquidware integration.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
  • Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline and 10+ years of experience engineering and administering enterprise-scale Citrix environments. (Additional relevant experience may be substituted for a degree).
  • IAT II Certification (e.g. Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)
  • Demonstrated expertise in scripting and automation with PowerShell.
  • Deep technical knowledge of Windows Server OS, Active Directory, and Group Policy management in a virtualized environment.
  • Proven experience with performance tuning and optimization tools for virtualized environments, preferred.
  • Prior experience engineering solutions for DISA and its mission partners, preferred.

Our Benefits

GCyber is committed to the well-being and development of every employee. Our benefits are designed to support your personal and professional goals, from health and wellness programs to retirement savings and career development opportunities. Highlights include:
  • 26 Days of Paid Leave + Annual PTO Increase
  • An extra day of paid leave for every year of employment with GCyber
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Additional Leave Allowances for Military Duty, Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave
  • 401(k) Matching
  • 100% Company-funded Disability Insurance
  • 90% Company-Funded Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with contributions to insurance benefits for spouses, children, and family members
  • Training and Professional Development Plans
  • Commuter Benefits Plan
  • Parking and Transportation Allowance

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