VDI Systems Engineer (TS/SCI - Dayton, OH)

Key Responsibilities

• Administer AWS-hosted 10ZiG Manager servers, push endpoint profiles (PeakOS, RepurpOS, NOS), handle firmware updates, and convert legacy hardware into thin clients.
• Provision, optimize, and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), AWS WorkSpaces, and Omnissa/VMware Horizon environments, including FSLogix profiles, instant clones, and host pools.
• Conduct performance testing, collect logon/latency metrics, and iterate desktop templates based on structured user feedback.
• Partner with ISSOs to apply DISA STIGs across OS templates, AD policies, and cloud resources. Gather technical evidence to support CTO/ATO packages.
• Author CONOPS, SOPs for Tier 1/2 support, technical whitepapers, and cloud cost optimization recommendations.
• Serve as Tier-3 escalation support for the Operations Office and collaborate with the Integration Office to align templates with R&D pipelines.

Mandatory Requirements

• Clearance: Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.

Work Arrangement

100% On-Site work requirement.

Certification

• CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II baseline) or equivalent.

Technical Experience

• Hands-on experience administering at least one core VDI platform (AVD, AWS WorkSpaces, or VMware/Omnissa Horizon) and thin-client management tools (e.g., 10ZiG Manager).

Security & Scripting

• Demonstrated proficiency applying DISA STIGs and writing automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash, or Python).

Desired Qualifications

• Platform Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect/SysOps Administrator, or VMware/Omnissa VCP-DTM.
• Technical Writing: Track record of producing technical design blueprints, SOPs, and system architecture whitepapers.

Location

This role is based in the Dayton, OH area, and is 100% onsite.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance.
• Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements.
• Group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.