SAIC

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Support Specialist

SAIC • $80K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Arlington, VA
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years supporting enterprise IT or virtual desktop infrastructure.
  • Experience with Citrix Virtual Desktops and Omnissa Horizon 8.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills essential for customer service.
  • Active DOD TS/SCI clearance required.
  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field needed.
  • IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) mandatory prior to employment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for Citrix and Omnissa VDI environments.
  • Troubleshoot access and performance issues in the virtual desktop system.
  • Assist users with Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Manage incident and service requests via ServiceNow.
  • Document and close service tickets accurately and thoroughly.
  • Escalate complex issues to specialized teams and coordinate resolutions.
  • Develop knowledge resources for recurring issues and resolutions.

Benefits

  • On-site work at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.
  • Collaboration with mission-focused teams and professionals.
  • Diverse technological environment with Citrix and VMware workflows.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Description

Team SAIC is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Support Specialist to join our team at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. You will provide on-site technical support for a Department of Defense customer's VDI environment. The environment includes Citrix Virtual Desktops and Apps and Omnissa Horizon 8. This individual will support end users, troubleshoot VDI-related issues, manage tickets through ServiceNow, and work with infrastructure and engineering teams to maintain reliable virtual desktop services.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide day-to-day technical support for Citrix Virtual Desktops and Apps and/or Omnissa Horizon 8.
  • Troubleshoot VDI access, virtual desktop sessions, published applications, user profiles, performance, connectivity, authentication, and peripheral-device issues.
  • Support end users with Windows 11 operating system issues, Microsoft 365 applications, and Microsoft Teams.
  • Receive, document, prioritize, update, and close incident and service-request tickets using ServiceNow.
  • Maintain clear and complete ServiceNow ticket notes, including troubleshooting performed, customer communications, escalation details, workarounds, and final resolution.
  • Escalate complex technical issues to appropriate infrastructure, engineering, cybersecurity, or customer teams and coordinate through resolution.
  • Support user access, account-related troubleshooting, and routine operational support activities.
  • Document recurring issues, known errors, troubleshooting procedures, and knowledge-base content.
  • Work professionally with customer personnel, service desk staff, system administrators, and engineering teams in a mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience supporting enterprise IT, virtual desktop infrastructure, desktop support, systems administration, or service desk operations.
  • Experience supporting Citrix Virtual Desktops and Apps or Omnissa Horizon 8.
  • Experience troubleshooting Windows 11 in an enterprise environment.
  • Experience supporting Microsoft 365, including Microsoft Teams.
  • Strong troubleshooting, customer-service, written-communication, and technical-documentation skills.
  • Ability to work on site five days per week during day-shift hours.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or related technical field.
  • This position requires an active DOD TS/SCI clearance.
  • Possess DoD 8570.01-M/DoD 8140 Certification IAW established mandate prior to start of work - IAT Level II required (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP); IAT Level III is desirable (CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH). Applicants not meeting this requirement will not be considered.
  • Experience supporting both Citrix Virtual Desktops and Apps and Omnissa Horizon 8 in a production environment.
  • Experience supporting or administering VMware vSphere.
  • Familiarity with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, remote-access technologies, and enterprise endpoint-management tools.
  • Experience working in a Department of Defense or other regulated enterprise IT environment.
  • Relevant Citrix, Omnissa/VMware, Microsoft, ITIL, or other CompTIA certifications.

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting both Citrix Virtual Desktops and Apps and Omnissa Horizon 8 in a production environment.
  • Experience supporting or administering VMware vSphere.
  • Familiarity with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, remote-access technologies, and enterprise endpoint-management tools.
  • Experience working in a Department of Defense or other regulated enterprise IT environment.
  • Relevant Citrix, Omnissa/VMware, Microsoft, ITIL, or other CompTIA certifications.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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