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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VDI Administrator Consultant - **Company:** V-centrix-us Llc - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, IMac, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Domain Name System (DNS), Windows Servers, Virtual Desktops, Citrix Systems, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, System Availability, Delivery Pipeline, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Performance Monitor - **Published:** June 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/5f002f1f-b360-423f-af25-3d2200f95b60 ## About the Role * 5 years in enterprise Systems Administration or Cloud Administration. * Expert-level VDI experience with Citrix and/or Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). * Senior-level Windows administration: Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, and vulnerability management/patching. * Ability to be onsite in Herndon, VA, 3 days/week and commute from within 30 miles (no travel reimbursement). * Ability to operate within environments requiring strong security and encryption standards. Preferred Qualifications * Professional certifications: MCSE, MCITP, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Azure Administrator (AZ-104), Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-303/304). * Experience integrating SIEM tools, backups, and monitoring solutions. * Knowledge of security best practices (e.g., NIST 800-53). * Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. * Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automated pipelines, orchestration, and configuration management. Work Environment * Enterprise-scale infrastructure with high availability expectations. * May require occasional off-hours maintenance and participation in escalation/support rotations. ## Description Join an enterprise IT team as a Senior VDI Administrator responsible for the evaluation, design, and daily operations of a large-scale virtual desktop and Windows server environment. 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