Windows System Engineer; Cleared

Job Title: Windows System Engineer

Location: Chantilly VA or King of Prussia PA

Clearance Required: Active Top Secret / SCI

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a skilled Windows System Engineer with Citrix administration experience to support secure, mission‑critical IT operations within a classified environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Windows server management, virtualization, system optimization, and security compliance, with a proven ability to manage and support enterprise Citrix environments.

• Administer, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, or later) in accordance with security and operational standards.
• Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Citrix infrastructure including Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Store Front, and Citrix Director.
• Implement and maintain Active Directory (AD), Group Policy, and DNS/DHCP configurations.
• Apply DISA STIGs, security patches, and system hardening procedures to maintain compliance with DoD and organizational standards.
• Support virtualized environments (VMware or Hyper‑V) and assist with storage and network integrations.
• Perform system monitoring, backup, and recovery operations to ensure high availability and resilience.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure systems remain compliant with RMF and security baseline requirements.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated system and user issues related to Windows or Citrix systems.
• Document configurations, changes, and procedures in accordance with organizational policies.

• Active Top Secret / SCI Clearance (TS/SCI)
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience as a Windows Systems Engineer or Systems Administrator.
• Strong Citrix administration experience (Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Citrix Studio, Citrix Director, Store Front).
• Proficiency in Windows Server management, Active Directory, Group Policy, and Power Shell scripting.
• Experience with VMware or Hyper‑V virtualization platforms.
• Working knowledge of DoD security standards, STIGs, and RMF compliance processes.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

• Citrix certifications (e.g., CCA‑V, CCP‑V, or CCE‑V).
• Microsoft certifications such as MCSA or MCSE.
• Experience supporting environments within a DoD, Intelligence Community, or federal contractor setting.
• Familiarity with Solar Winds, SCCM, WSUS, or similar management tools.