- Company Name
- B4Corp
- Job Title
- 2027601 Systems Engineer $245,000.00
- Job Description
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**Job Title:** Systems Engineer – Subject Matter Expert (TS/SCI)
**Role Summary:**
Senior Systems Engineer responsible for designing, deploying, and managing high‑availability networking and virtualization solutions centered on Citrix NetScaler and Citrix Gateway platforms. Provides expert guidance on architecture, policy configuration, and performance optimization for enterprise environments that include XenDesktop, Hyper‑V, Nutanix, and VMware.
**Expectations:**
* Minimum 16 years of progressive experience in systems/network engineering.
* TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
* Demonstrated leadership in complex, mission‑critical deployments.
* Ability to work independently and as part of cross‑functional teams.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. Design, implement, and maintain Citrix NetScaler appliances, including NetScaler Gateway, GSLB, and management console.
2. Architect and troubleshoot Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops (XenDesktop) deployments on Hyper‑V, Nutanix, and VMware infrastructures.
3. Create, manage, and optimize NetScaler policies (Responder, Rewrite) and pooled licensing models.
4. Develop custom HTML pages for NetScaler and Citrix portals.
5. Collaborate with networking teams to design and install VLANs, subnetting schemes, and LACP configurations.
6. Monitor user experience and performance metrics for XenDesktop environments, implementing remediation strategies.
7. Ensure configuration compliance and documentation for security, scalability, and resiliency.
8. Provide subject‑matter expertise to support project planning, risk assessment, and operational excellence.
**Required Skills:**
* In‑depth knowledge of Citrix NetScaler architecture and configuration.
* Experience with Citrix Gateway, GSLB, and NetScaler management console.
* Proficiency in NetScaler policy design (Responder, Rewrite).
* Strong background in Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops troubleshooting.
* Networking expertise: VLANs, subnetting, LACP, IP routing.
* Virtualization platform experience: Hyper‑V, Nutanix, VMware.
* Ability to develop HTML/CSS for portal customization.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
* TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
**Required Education & Certifications:**
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
* Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher.
* Citrix Certified Professional – Virtualization (XCP) or Citrix Certified Professional – Networking (CCNP).
* NetScaler Certified Engineer (optional but preferred).
* VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent.