Citrix Infrastructure Administrator

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Citrix Infrastructure Administrator to support the configuration, administration, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise Citrix infrastructure in a secure Department of Defense (DoD) environment. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD), Citrix ADC (NetScaler), enterprise virtualization technologies, and network infrastructure. This role focuses on ensuring system availability, optimizing performance, resolving connectivity issues, maintaining security compliance, and supporting critical infrastructure operations. Primary Responsibilities Configure, administer, and maintain Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD), Citrix ADC (NetScaler), StoreFront, and Citrix Gateway. Troubleshoot user connectivity, latency, application delivery, and performance issues across geographically distributed environments. Perform routine patching, system health checks, upgrades, firmware updates, and infrastructure performance monitoring. Manage security and access controls, including Active Directory integration, user/group permissions, and compliance requirements. Automate provisioning, configuration, and administrative tasks using PowerShell or similar scripting tools. Maintain system documentation and operational procedures; support incident/change management and collaborate with network, security, and infrastructure teams to resolve issues. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience in enterprise virtualization architectures and Citrix technologies; additional relevant experience may substitute for a degree. Hands-on experience with Citrix XenApp, XenDesktop, CVAD, StoreFront, Citrix Gateway, and enterprise application delivery environments. Proven experience administering, configuring, and troubleshooting Citrix ADC (NetScaler), including connectivity, latency, performance, and user access issues. Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, load balancing, and SSL/TLS certificates. Experience with Active Directory integration, access management, security configurations, and PowerShell scripting or similar automation tools. Ability to work 100% onsite in Arlington, VA, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM EST, with occasional travel as required. Preferred Qualifications Citrix CCA-V or CCP-V certification; experience supporting Citrix infrastructure in DoD, federal, or highly secure environments; knowledge of infrastructure security, compliance standards, and operational best practices; and strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills. Benefits Core Benefits: Paid Time Off PTO):TEN (10) Paid days off & FIVE (5) Floating days off. Holidays: 11 Paid Holidays. Flex time can be utilized instead of holiday time usage. Payroll: Paid Bi-Monthly. 401(k): Partnered with the SECOND LARGEST Retirement plan provider in the U.S. Guaranteed 3% match. Eligibility – 21 years of age or older, after 3 months of employment Individual or company-wide performance and recognition awards (Quarterly) Health Benefits: UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO, extensive national coverage. INCLUDES: Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA. Eligible on the first of the month, immediately after the start date. Submit the enrollment form within 30 days of your start date otherwise, you will have to wait until October for the new year enrollment. Quality of Life Benefits: Training & Career Development Reimbursement of Tuition and training needed to support career development. $150 monthly reimbursement contribution paid monthly towards parking expenses. Receipts must be submitted by the close of business on the 25th of each month. Reimbursements will be paid on the first payroll AFTER reimbursements are submitted each month. Special Benefits: Performance bonus – Project-based Yearly bonus – Company based