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Virtual Desktop Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

This role also includes responsibility for cloud patching operations across our AWS/Azure infrastructure, ensuring secure, compliant, and high-performing virtual desktop and cloud systems. You'll ...

Sr Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer

Alexandria, VA · On-site +1

$139K - $178K/yr

As the Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer, you will lead the management of our enterprise AVD environment. This role also includes responsibility for cloud patching operations across our AWS/Azure ...

As the Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer, you will lead the management of our enterprise AVD environment. This role also includes responsibility for cloud patching operations across our AWS/Azure ...

The Virtual Desktop Systems Engineer will have an emphasis on User Profiles. Responsibilities: * Manage user accounts, permissions, licenses, and monitoring of system performance to proactively ...

The Virtual Desktop Systems Engineer will have an emphasis on User Profiles. Responsibilities: * Manage user accounts, permissions, licenses, and monitoring of system performance to proactively ...

The candidate must have demonstrated experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI). This position serves as the team leader for engineers and administrators providing secure virtual desktops ...

Secure Virtual Desktops, Lead

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

$112K - $179K/yr

The candidate must have demonstrated experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI). This position serves as the team leader for engineers and administrators providing secure virtual desktops ...

Senior VDI Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$109K - $149K/yr

They are seeking a Senior VDI Engineer to provide support for virtual desktop infrastructure services, including architecture, design, and troubleshooting across multiple environments.

Secure Virtual Desktops, Lead

Herndon, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

The candidate must have demonstrated experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI). This position serves as the team leader for engineers and administrators providing secure virtual desktops ...

Manage and support virtual desktop infrastructure platforms and related technologies. * Troubleshoot complex performance, connectivity, authentication, and user experience issues. * Perform capacity ...

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How much do virtual desktop jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual desktop in Virginia is $22.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.33 and $24.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a Virtual Desktop Engineer?

A typical workday for a Virtual Desktop Engineer involves deploying, monitoring, and maintaining virtual desktop infrastructures (VDIs) to ensure optimal performance and security for remote users. You'll troubleshoot connectivity and application issues, apply software updates, and work closely with IT support and cybersecurity teams to address technical challenges. The role often involves collaborating with end-users to gather feedback and implement improvements, as well as participating in infrastructure upgrade projects. This environment is dynamic, balancing routine system checks with project-based initiatives, making adaptability and proactive communication key to success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Virtual Desktop position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Desktop Engineer, you need expertise in virtualization technologies (such as VMware Horizon, Citrix, or Microsoft Remote Desktop Services) and a background in IT systems administration or computer science. Familiarity with thin client hardware, Active Directory, cloud platforms, and relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty or Citrix Certified Associate) is often required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills are crucial for resolving technical issues and collaborating with end-users. These competencies ensure secure, efficient remote desktop environments and smooth day-to-day operations for organizations.

What is a Virtual Desktop job?

A Virtual Desktop job typically involves managing, maintaining, and supporting virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) solutions. Professionals in this role ensure that virtual desktops are deployed, optimized, and secured for users, often working with platforms like VMware Horizon, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, or Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop. Responsibilities can include troubleshooting performance issues, configuring virtual machines, and enhancing remote work solutions. This role is crucial for businesses that rely on virtual environments to provide employees with secure and scalable computing resources.

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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure VDI Engineer

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure VDI Engineer

SAIC

Quantico, VA

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Job ID: 2612800

Location: Quantico, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-05-20

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: IT Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Top_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

Introduction

Make a difference for national security by joining a team of dedicated IT professionals who will sustain, modernize and transform the enterprise IT capabilities of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA).  The Air Force Space and Intel Business Group of SAIC is seeking a Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer to support a transformational infrastructure program for DCSA.

SAIC is proud to be supporting DCSA in safeguarding our nation's information.  DCSA is the designated oversight authority on the accreditation of classified facilities, information systems, and the insider threat program.  This involves security oversight of more than 10,000 companies and approximately 13,000 facilities involved in classified work throughout the DoD and 31 Federal agencies.

Specifically, on the DCSA One IT program, SAIC will provide an enterprise IT solution that delivers highly secured and adaptable IT infrastructure, provides customer support, and cutting-edge technologies that support operations and advance the DCSA mission under a single IT environment (i.e., One IT). This position is onsite in Quantico.

Job Description

  • Architects, plans, engineers, and implements desktop virtualization technology and solutions.
    Manages end-user applications and software for desktops/laptops and applications hosted in the VDI environment.
  • Coordinates with network, server services, and security teams to resolve issues and ensure a consistent and compatible configuration across the client infrastructure.
  • Facilitates automated software deployment as well as image creation and compatibility.
    Ensures security compliance through patching, encryption, configuration management, remote device management, and reporting/visibility.
  • Resolves issues involving end-user hardware or software in the virtual environment.
    Coordinates with technicians to develop and maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and performs/directs testing.
  • Researches, maintains, and applies expertise in emerging technologies, and industry developments, trends, best practices, and principles of VDI architectures.
    Develops knowledge articles related to VDI environments.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

It is required that the Virtual Desktop Engineer Senior have the following qualifications:

  • BA/BS
  • Five (5) or more years of related experience.  Four (4) additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II (ex. Comp TIA Security + w/CE.
  • VMware Certified Professional certification (Data Center v7 .x) with an emphasis on the Omnissa suite of offerings.


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