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SME – Computer Systems Engineer/Architect (Azure VDI) – Atlanta, GA

Client seeks a qualified SME – Computer Systems Engineer/Architect for our Atlanta, GA location. This role requires an Azure Engineer expert with strong technical and functional skills in Azure VDI infrastructure. The primary responsibility is to develop complex applications using standard approaches and implement innovative methods for simpler systems.

• Design Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) architecture, including host pools and session hosts.
• Develop architecture diagrams and technical standards for VDI solutions.
• Align VDI solutions with organizational cloud strategy and compliance standards.
• Lead deployment and configuration of Azure VDI environments.
• Implement security measures.
• Optimize VDI performance and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Automate deployment and maintenance using Power Shell scripts.
• Provide technical leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• US Citizenship is required.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.

• Typically requires at least ten years of relevant experience without a degree; 4+ years with an undergraduate degree; 3+ years with a graduate degree.

• 4+ years of experience Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) expertise, design, deploy, and manage AVD infrastructure (host pools, session hosts, desktop images), optimize AVD for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
• 4+ years of experience Azure Platform knowledge, deep understanding of Azure AD, networking, Security Center, governance, and hybrid environments.
• 4+ years of experience Virtualization technologies, proficiency in Hyper‑V and VMware for virtual infrastructure.
• 4+ years of experience Identity & Access Management, implementing and managing Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and conditional access.
• 4+ years of experience Security & Compliance, applying security best practices, encryption, compliance frameworks, Zero Trust principles, and vulnerability monitoring.
• 4+ years of experience Automation & Scripting, advanced Power Shell scripting for automation and configuration management.
• 4+ years of experience Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting, using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and diagnostic tools.
• 3+ years of experience Solution Architecture, producing architecture diagrams, technical standards, design patterns aligned with organizational goals.
• 3+ years of experience Integration & Migration, planning and executing migration strategies for legacy systems to Azure VDI.
• 3+ years of experience creating, managing, and deploying Active Directory Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and custom GPO templates for virtual environments.
• 3+ years of experience monitoring and enforcing organizational IT security policies and processes, including change management.
• Experience with automation and scripting tools like Power Shell.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Familiarity with industry standards, available technologies, and best practices for security and systems.
• Experience installing, testing, evaluating, and integrating various applications and third‑party solutions into virtual architecture.
• Experience with App Sense and RES Automation Manager.
• Design, deploy, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure, including desktop images, host pools, and session hosts.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to developing technical standards and best practices.
• AZ‑140 – Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop.
• AZ‑305 – Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions.
• AZ‑800/801 – Administering and Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure.

• 4+ years of experience Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) expertise, design, deploy, and manage AVD infrastructure (host pools, session hosts, desktop…