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# Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Rackner, Inc.
- **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Desktop Virtualization, Firmware, Desktop Environments, HP Thin Clients, Information Security Management, Python (Programming Language), Virtual Desktops, Windows PowerShell, Service Pack, Systems Architecture, Scripting, Multi-Cloud, Vmware
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9149533/virtual-desktop-infrastructure-vdi-systems-engineer

## About the Role

VDI Administration: experience administering at least one of the primary VDIplatforms (AVD, AWS WorkSpaces, Horizon)
Endpoint Management: Experience configuring and operating 10ZiG Manager or equivalent thin-client deployment consoles
Scripting & Automation: Proficiency with scripting languages (PowerShell,Bash, or Python) to automate template deployment, cloud resource scheduling, and user profile management
Infrastructure Security: Documented experience executing STIG checklists and supporting CTO/ATO documentation packages in highly regulated enterprise environments
Writing Capabilities: Strong technical communication skills, with experience drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical design blueprints, and system whitepapers
CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II baseline) OR a globally recognized equivalent certification is MANDATORY

Preferred Certifications:

Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
AWS Certified Solutions Architect or SysOps Administrator
VMware Certified Professional - Desktop and Mobility (VCP-DTM) or Omnissa Horizon credentials

## Description

Rackner is seeking a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Engineer to support the VDI Engineering and Endpoint Management team. The VDI Engineer will work within a team
responsible for the implementation, management, maintenance, security compliance, and documentation of the organization's multi-cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
and thin-client endpoint environment.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain 10ZiG thin-client environments hosted in AWS, including device configurations, firmware updates, security patches, certificates, andendpoint enrollment
Configure and support VDI environments, including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), AWS Workspaces, and Horizon
Build and maintain virtual desktop images, user profiles, applications, host pools, and scaling configurations
Test VDI performance and compatibility, gather user feedback, and make improvements to desktop environments
Work with Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to support security compliance and continuous monitoring requirements
Apply and maintain DISA STIGs across virtual desktops, Active Directory, thin clients, and cloud resources
Support ATO and CTO activities by preparing technical documentation, testing configurations, and gathering required evidence
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including CONOPS, SOPs, and system architecture documentation


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