Senior Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Engineer

About the Company
Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability

Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Engineer to join our team in Doral, Florida. In this role, you will lead engineering, modernization, administration, and optimization efforts for enterprise Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments supporting Department of Defense missions. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for VMware Horizon environments, VDI lifecycle management, cybersecurity compliance, systems engineering activities, and enterprise virtualization solutions supporting mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead engineering and modernization efforts for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments supporting DoD missions, driving requirements analysis, solution design, and lifecycle documentation in alignment with DoD 5000.02 processes.
• Engineer, manage, and optimize enterprise VDI platforms including VMware Horizon 2512, image creation, application layering, profile management, and performance tuning.
• Administer and enhance VDI ecosystem components including Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM), App Volumes, Instant Clone Pools, FSLogix for O365, and user experience optimization tools.
• Troubleshoot complex VDI issues including pool configuration changes, vCenter-related desktop failures, image-related defects, and performance degradation across distributed environments.
• Maintain and update VDI Gold Images, executing monthly patch cycles, application updates, and secure baseline enforcement.
• Ensure technical integrity and compliance of engineering deliverables across ISO/IEC 15288 Technical, Enterprise, and Agreement process areas.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation including architecture diagrams, system design documents, engineering plans, requirements specifications, and interface control documents.
• Support cybersecurity compliance activities including STIG implementation, RMF artifact development, secure baseline management, and continuous monitoring.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and customer stakeholders to ensure reliable and secure VDI operations.
• Provide technical guidance and support for VDI engineering initiatives and modernization efforts.

Qualifications
Required:
• Active Secret Clearance
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
• Five (5) or more years of systems engineering or VDI engineering experience
• Eight (8) or more years of information technology experience
• Experience supporting VMware Horizon VDI environments
• Experience administering VMware ESXi and vCenter environments
• Experience supporting VDI image management and enterprise virtualization technologies
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Desired:
• Experience with VMware Horizon 2512
• Experience supporting Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM), App Volumes, Instant Clone Pools, and FSLogix
• Experience with cloud-based or hybrid VDI solutions
• Experience with enterprise storage technologies
• Knowledge of RMF, STIG implementation, secure baseline management, and cybersecurity compliance requirements
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, or automation frameworks
• Familiarity with Active Directory, networking, endpoint management, and identity services
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP-DTM) certification
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
• ITIL Foundation certification
• PMP certification
• Agile certifications
• Experience supporting a DoD Combatant Command or Service Component organization

Physical and Environmental Conditions
• Normal Office Environment. Requires Sitting, Standing, Near Acuity, Speaking with colleagues and customers, Listening, Sight, Use of hands/fingers.

Additional Benefits
• Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.