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GCyber

Senior Citrix Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

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 ...

GCyber

Senior Citrix Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

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 ...

Leidos

Senior Citrix Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

Leidos is currently seeking a Citrix Engineer to join our team in Arlington, VA. This position is 100% on-site. A TS/SCI security clearance is required for consideration. Primary Responsibilities:

Leidos

Senior Citrix Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

Leidos is currently seeking a Citrix Engineer to join our team in Arlington, VA. This position is 100% on-site. A TS/SCI security clearance is required for consideration. Primary Responsibilities:

USM

Sr Citrix Engineer

Fairfax, VA

$106K - $146K/yr

Job Title: Sr Citrix Engineer Location: Fairfax, VA. (Must be able to travel across the DC metro area) Duration: 6 Month / MUST convert after 6 months Required Immegration Status: US Citizen OR ...

DAn Solutions

VDI Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

In this role, a typical day will include: • Engineering, designing, testing, implementing, maintaining, securing, and managing the full life cycle of the complex Citrix XenDesktop and NetScaler ...

DAn Solutions

VDI Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

Engineering, designing, testing, implementing, maintaining, securing, and managing the full life cycle of the complex Citrix XenDesktop and NetScaler solutions deployed in the large Enterprise ...

DAn Solutions

VDI Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

In this role, a typical day will include: • Engineering, designing, testing, implementing, maintaining, securing, and managing the full life cycle of the complex Citrix XenDesktop and NetScaler ...

DAn Solutions

VDI Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

Engineering, designing, testing, implementing, maintaining, securing, and managing the full life cycle of the complex Citrix XenDesktop and NetScaler solutions deployed in the large Enterprise ...

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GDIT

VDI Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Sterling, VA

$144K - $195K/yr

Join a team where your engineering expertise drives innovation across Citrix, Azure Virtual Desktop, and enterprise-scale virtualization platforms. You will lead engineering enhancements, design ...

GDIT

VDI Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Sterling, VA · On-site

$144K - $195K/yr

Join a team where your engineering expertise drives innovation across Citrix, Azure Virtual Desktop, and enterprise-scale virtualization platforms. You will lead engineering enhancements, design ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for citrix engineer in Washington, DC is $60.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.36 and $74.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Citrix engineer do?

Citrix is a software company that develops and provides desktop and application virtualization, cloud computing, software as service, and server technology. As a Citrix engineer, your duties are to utilize Citrix products to build, deploy, monitor, and troubleshoot Citrix products for companies or organizations. Your responsibilities may also involve helping end users learn how to use company products or services, as well as testing, implementing, and maintaining products or extensions that will improve business efficiency.

What is the difference between Citrix Engineer vs Network Administrator?

AspectCitrix EngineerNetwork Administrator
CertificationsCitrix Certified Expert, CCNA, CompTIA Network+CCNA, CompTIA Network+, Cisco certifications
Work EnvironmentFocus on virtualization, application delivery, and remote accessManage and maintain network infrastructure and hardware
Industry UsageIT, cloud services, enterprise environmentsIT, telecommunications, corporate networks
Common TasksConfigure Citrix solutions, optimize remote access, troubleshoot virtualization issuesConfigure routers/switches, monitor network performance, ensure connectivity

While both roles work within IT environments, a Citrix Engineer specializes in virtualization and application delivery using Citrix technologies, whereas a Network Administrator manages overall network infrastructure. The roles often overlap in enterprise settings but focus on different technical areas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Citrix engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Citrix Engineer, you need expertise in virtualization technologies, networking, and Windows server environments, often backed by a degree in IT or related certifications like Citrix Certified Associate (CCA) or Citrix Certified Professional (CCP). Familiarity with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Citrix ADC, Active Directory, and monitoring tools is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting skills, and effective communication help you resolve complex technical issues and support end-users. These abilities ensure secure, efficient, and reliable delivery of virtual applications and desktops vital to organizational productivity.

What are some common challenges Citrix engineers face when supporting large-scale virtual environments?

Citrix Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing user experience and performance across diverse endpoints, troubleshooting complex application delivery issues, and ensuring security compliance in multi-user environments. Keeping up with frequent updates, patches, and compatibility between Citrix components and other infrastructure (like networking or storage) can also be demanding. Collaborating closely with network, security, and helpdesk teams is essential to quickly resolve issues and maintain a seamless virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) experience for end users.
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Senior Citrix Engineer

GCyber

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

GCyber is seeking a Senior Citrix Engineer, to help support our government customer. 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

GCyber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means you don't have to worry about whether your application process will be fair. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

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