Sr. Desktop And Application Virtualization Engineer - Remote Eligible

Sr. Desktop And Application Virtualization Engineer

Core4ce is seeking a Senior Desktop and Application Virtualization (DAV) engineer capable of deploying, managing, and optimizing desktop and application virtualization solutions, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) to support the Defense Health Agency (DHA) hybrid cloud modernization strategy. This role will assist in managing Citrix-based services, troubleshooting outages, integrating thin clients, and providing subject matter expertise on modern desktop virtualization approaches across both on-premises and cloud-hosted platforms.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops services, including:
• Provisioning
• Workspace Environment Manager (WEM)
• Delivery Controller (DDC)
• Storefront
• Federated Authentication
• Director
• Licensing
• Design, implement, and optimize Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions to extend Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) capabilities into the cloud.
• Provide user profile personalization and session management to enhance end-user experience.
• Troubleshoot Application Virtualization Hosting Environment (AVHE) and AVD outages, session disruptions, and hosted application issues.
• Assist with the deployment, distribution, and support of IGEL thin clients configured for AVHE and cloud-hosted environments.
• Collaborate with platform, network, and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure, reliable desktop and application delivery.
• Support DHA's migration planning and adoption of hybrid cloud desktop virtualization solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain).
• 5+ years of professional experience in desktop and application virtualization engineering.
• Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) design, deployment, and administration.
• Experience managing Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops in an enterprise environment.
• Strong background in Windows Server 2019, Active Directory, and PowerShell scripting.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one relevant industry certification such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty (or equivalent certification), Citrix Certified Professional – Virtualization (CCP-V), or similar certification.
• Experience with thin client technologies, particularly IGEL.
• Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) healthcare IT environments, Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance, and secure remote access solutions.

Why Work For Us?

Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes. We offer:

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.