Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Administrator

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Administrator

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. This position is on-site 5 days a week in Key West, FL.

• Manage the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems.
• Work side‑by‑side with the engineer to maintain and deploy VDI thin clients.
• Work directly with SCCM/MECM to ensure patching/security compliance is handled and with the Service Desk department to troubleshoot issues with the hardware/software.
• Keep master image and pools updated and secured. Implement patches, updates, and configuration changes in coordination with cybersecurity and IT teams.
• Interface with the customer, gathering requirements and delivering solutions.
• Troubleshoot VDI‑related issues, including user access, performance, connectivity, and software compatibility.
• Monitor system performance and usage to identify bottlenecks or failure points and recommend improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. A degree can be substituted for additional experience.
• High School Diploma and 4 years of additional experience may be exchanged in lieu of a required bachelor’s degree.
• Associate’s degree and 2 years of additional experience may be exchanged in lieu of a required bachelor’s degree.
• A master’s degree is equivalent to an additional 2 years of experience and a PhD is equivalent to an additional 4 years of experience.
• 5+ years of direct experience supporting VDI environments.
• 10+ years of overall IT experience in system administration or related technical roles.
• Experience with VMware Horizon, Citrix, or other major VDI solutions. Strong understanding of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and networking fundamentals.

• Master’s degree or PhD in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• FSLogix and/or Horizon View Client experience preferred.
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Citrix Certified Associate (CCA‑V), or related certification.
• Experience at a DoD Combatant Command (e.g., SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, CENTCOM, CYBERCOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, AFRICOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, SOCOM, SPACECOM) or a component is desired.

• Must have an active Secret clearance.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co‑workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

IT System Data Services