Citrix Administrator
About the role
The Citrix Administrator is responsible for ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This includes managing Citrix servers, implementing and supporting Citrix XenApp environments, administering Citrix Provisioning Services, and collaborating with network staff to ensure smooth and reliable operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage Citrix servers and their associated operating systems and software.
- Implement and support Citrix XenApp multiple environments, including XenDesktop, Provisioning Server, and hypervisor management (VMware).
- Administer Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS) 7.x or later versions and Citrix Machine Creation Services (MCS).
- Collaborate with network staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems.
- Monitor and test system performance; prepare and deliver system performance statistics and reports.
- Deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operating systems.
- Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and support purchasing efforts.
- Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
- Design and perform server and security audits, system backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with the company's disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
- Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, groupware, and other applications.
- Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes, and service records.
- Check help desk database for entries on server and server resource issues; prioritize and respond to help desk tickets as appropriate.
- Manage enterprise directory services and supporting server infrastructure.
Requirements
- Must be able to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- 7-10 years technical knowledge installing operating systems, third party software installation, upgrades and maintenance.
- 7-10 years technical knowledge installing, configuring and documenting hardware implementations.
- 5-7 years troubleshooting software/application issues with operating systems or third-party products.
- 7-10 years technical knowledge with security and system implementation following industry standards or Citrix XenDesktop/XenApp, Citrix Storefront, Citrix Studio, Citrix Director, Citrix Provisioning Services, Netscaler Access Gateway, Netscaler Unified Gateway, UCS blades, Windows, Hyper-V, VMware, Network, Storage, Cloud and Security platforms.
- 7-10 years technical knowledge of client/server and internet systems architectures.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science - CCEE, CCIA certifications.
- Citrix Certified Associate App Delivery and Security or better: Citrix Certified Pro App Delivery & Security.
Qualifications
- Strong technical knowledge of most versions of Citrix up to 7/15 (primary focus on XenApp) as well as NetScaler experience in a large Citrix farm environment.
- Developed analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to take direction and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Skills
- Strong technical knowledge of most versions of Citrix up to 7/15 (primary focus on XenApp) as well as NetScaler experience in a large Citrix farm environment.
- Developed analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to take direction and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Benefits
Fluor offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate
The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates
Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening. To be considered for the role, candidates must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range
$103,500.00 - $191,500.00