Senior Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Engineer


Job Location:

Doral, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 170 - 140000
Posted on: 14 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day


About the Company
Athena Technology Group Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting system engineering integration deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability

Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Engineer to join our team in Doral this role you will lead engineering modernization administration and optimization efforts for enterprise Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments supporting Department of Defense missions. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for VMware Horizon environments VDI lifecycle management cybersecurity compliance systems engineering activities and enterprise virtualization solutions supporting mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering and modernization efforts for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments supporting DoD missions driving requirements analysis solution design and lifecycle documentation in alignment with DoD 5000.02 processes.
Engineer manage and optimize enterprise VDI platforms including VMware Horizon 2512 image creation application layering profile management and performance tuning.
Administer and enhance VDI ecosystem components including Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM) App Volumes Instant Clone Pools FSLogix for O365 and user experience optimization tools.
Troubleshoot complex VDI issues including pool configuration changes vCenter-related desktop failures image-related defects and performance degradation across distributed environments.
Maintain and update VDI Gold Images executing monthly patch cycles application updates and secure baseline enforcement.
Ensure technical integrity and compliance of engineering deliverables across ISO/IEC 15288 Technical Enterprise and Agreement process areas.
Develop and maintain engineering documentation including architecture diagrams system design documents engineering plans requirements specifications and interface control documents.
Support cybersecurity compliance activities including STIG implementation RMF artifact development secure baseline management and continuous monitoring.
Collaborate with engineering cybersecurity operations and customer stakeholders to ensure reliable and secure VDI operations.
Provide technical guidance and support for VDI engineering initiatives and modernization efforts.

Qualifications
Required:
Active Secret Clearance
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Systems Engineering or related field
Five (5) or more years of systems engineering or VDI engineering experience
Eight (8) or more years of information technology experience
Experience supporting VMware Horizon VDI environments
Experience administering VMware ESXi and vCenter environments
Experience supporting VDI image management and enterprise virtualization technologies
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Desired:
Experience with VMware Horizon 2512
Experience supporting Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM) App Volumes Instant Clone Pools and FSLogix
Experience with cloud-based or hybrid VDI solutions
Experience with enterprise storage technologies
Knowledge of RMF STIG implementation secure baseline management and cybersecurity compliance requirements
Experience with PowerShell Python or automation frameworks
Familiarity with Active Directory networking endpoint management and identity services
VMware Certified Professional (VCP-DTM) certification
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
ITIL Foundation certification
PMP certification
Agile certifications
Experience supporting a DoD Combatant Command or Service Component organization

Physical and Environmental Conditions
Normal Office Environment. Requires Sitting Standing Near Acuity Speaking with colleagues and customers Listening Sight Use of hands/fingers.

Additional Benefits
Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews
Health dental and vision insurance
Short Term Disability Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A collaborative and inclusive work environment
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion creed color national origin ancestry sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) age medical condition marital or domestic partner status sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression and transgender status mental disability or physical disability genetic information military or veteran status citizenship low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.


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