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# VDI Engineer

- **Company:** Gateway Geospatial Group
- **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Software Documentation, CompTIA Security+, Desktop Virtualization, Image Management, Information Security Management, Python (Programming Language), Virtual Desktops, Windows PowerShell, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Deployment, VMware Horizon View, High Performance Computing, Autoscaling, Multi-Cloud, Low Latency, Cloud Optimization, Network Server, Vmware
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9102290/vdi-engineer

## About the Role

* Hands-on experience administering at least one of the following VDI platforms: Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), AWS WorkSpaces, Omnissa/VMware Horizon
 * CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II) or a globally recognized equivalent certification
 * Experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, or Python
 * Experience implementing DISA STIGs and supporting infrastructure security requirements
 * Experience supporting CTO/ATO documentation within highly regulated enterprise environments
 * Strong troubleshooting and technical communication skills
 * Experience developing technical documentation such as SOPs, technical designs, or system documentation, * Experience with 10ZiG Manager or equivalent thin-client/endpoint management platforms
 * Experience with Active Directory and enterprise identity integration
 * Experience with FSLogix or similar user-profile technologies
 * AWS and/or Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure experience
 * Experience with VDI image management and application deployment
 * Experience working directly with ISSOs and cybersecurity teams
 * Experience supporting Zero Trust architectures and cloud optimization
 * Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop certification
 * AWS Certified Solutions Architect or SysOps Administrator
 * VMware Certified Professional - Desktop and Mobility (VCP-DTM) or Omnissa Horizon credentials

## Description

Gateway Geospatial Group (G3) is looking for talented VDI Engineers to join our growing team in Dayton, Ohio. In this role, you will help design, implement, secure, and sustain a multi-cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and thin-client environment supporting everyday enterprise operations, high-performance computing workloads, and secure developer environments. You'll work across technologies including Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), AWS WorkSpaces, Omnissa/VMware Horizon, and 10ZiG thin-client management. We're looking for engineers who enjoy solving complex infrastructure problems, working across multiple technologies, and building secure, reliable environments that users can depend on., * Design, build, configure, test, and maintain enterprise VDI environments

 * Build and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop gold images, multi-session host pools, FSLogix profile containers, and auto-scaling configurations
 * Administer AWS WorkSpaces, including application deployment, Active Directory integration, WorkSpaces pools, and WSP/PCoIP streaming
 * Provision and optimize Omnissa/VMware Horizon virtual desktops, instant clones, storage layers, and Connection Servers
 * Deploy and maintain 10ZiG thin-client management infrastructure within AWS
 * Configure, patch, secure, and manage physical thin and zero-client endpoints
 * Automate VDI deployments, cloud resource scheduling, and user profile management
 * Monitor and optimize VDI performance, including latency, login times, resource utilization, and peripheral compatibility
 * Apply DISA STIGs and other security-hardening requirements across VDI platforms and supporting infrastructure
 * Work with Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to address vulnerabilities, POA&Ms, patch compliance, and continuous monitoring
 * Support CTO/ATO activities and associated technical documentation
 * Serve as Tier-3 escalation support for complex VDI issues
 * Develop SOPs, CONOPS, technical documentation, and architectural recommendations


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