On-Site VDI Systems Engineer; Horizon/VMware, TS/SCI
Listed on 2026-10-29
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, IT Infrastructure
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Systems Engineer (VDI) to support a mission-critical defense program delivering secure enterprise desktop solutions. This position is on-site in Newington, VA, with less than 10% travel.
The Systems Engineer will oversee the engineering, administration, performance, and security of a large-scale Virtual Desktop Infrastructure environment. This role combines hands-on Omnissa Horizon and VMware vSphere expertise with automation, endpoint management, and secure desktop delivery to support critical mission operations.
Responsibilities for the Systems Engineer (VDI) include:- Engineer and maintain enterprise virtual desktop environments using Omnissa Horizon running on VMware vSphere
- Create, update, validate, and deploy VDI master images and desktop pools, including pre-production testing of patches and configuration changes
- Administer thin-client devices, endpoint configurations, and user profile management solutions
- Develop Power Shell scripts to automate recurring tasks and improve operational efficiency
- Monitor infrastructure and desktop performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and conduct root cause analysis
- Apply DISA STIGs and maintain configurations aligned with DoD security requirements
- Partner with systems, networking, cybersecurity, and customer teams to improve reliability and support mission objectives
- Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of systems engineering or related experience
- Hands-on experience supporting Omnissa Horizon, formerly VMware Horizon, hosted on VMware vSphere
- Experience administering Dell Wyse or comparable thin-client environments and user profile management tools
- Strong Power Shell scripting skills and experience automating systems administration tasks
- Knowledge of Group Policy configuration and its impact on virtual desktop environments
- Familiarity with DISA STIG implementation and VDI monitoring and performance management tools
- Current CompTIA Security+ certification
- Must have an Active TS/SCI Security Clearance
- Experience administering and troubleshooting FSLogix
- Familiarity with Dell Wyse Management Suite
- Experience using Hashi Corp Packer or other Image-as-Code technologies
- Knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, NDES, and 802.1X authentication
- Experience supporting Crowd Strike, Trellix, or similar endpoint security platforms
- Familiarity with application packaging and delivery tools such as Liquid ware Flex App
Salary:
Up to $160,000-$170,000 annually, depending on experience
Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as Required by Law
This job opens for applications on 10/21/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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