Senior VDI Engineer (Citrix & NetScaler) at AHEAD

Gurugram, Haryana, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Virtualization and Infrastructure support with a strong focus on Citrix and NetScaler ADC (MPX/VPX/SDX)
  • 6+ years of hands-on experience in deploying, managing, and troubleshooting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) and VMware Horizon environments
  • Experience with Citrix NetScaler Gateway configuration, SSL VPN, traffic management, load balancing, and performance tuning
  • Solid understanding of AVD (Azure Virtual Desktop), Citrix Cloud, and integrations with Azure AD
  • Exposure to hardware platforms like Nutanix, Dell, HPE, Cisco UCS
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools such as LogicMonitor, ControlUp, SolarWinds, and Citrix Director
  • Experience with Managed Services or Consulting environments (plus)
  • Strong documentation and reporting skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple incidents, tasks, and stakeholders in a high-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Relevant certifications such as Citrix Certified Expert (CCE-V), CCIA, NetScaler Certifications, or VMware VCP (strongly preferred)
  • Self-driven, customer-focused, technically sound, capable of handling complex environments with minimal oversight

Responsibilities

  • Provide Level 3 technical support for complex Citrix and NetScaler environments
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Citrix infrastructure including Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD), Citrix Cloud, and Citrix NetScaler ADC (MPX/VPX)
  • Perform advanced diagnostics and tuning of NetScaler Gateway, load balancing, and content switching features
  • Manage and optimize a range of VDI environments, including VMware Horizon, Citrix, and Azure Virtual Desktop
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of VMware vSphere, including performance analysis, disk/network configuration, patching, and remediation
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent fixes for recurring infrastructure issues
  • Apply industry best practices to maintain performance, availability, and security of virtualized infrastructure
  • Create and maintain accurate technical documentation, runbooks, and environment diagrams
  • Act as a technical escalation point within the Managed Services team
  • Ensure timely and professional handling of incidents, service requests, and changes—aligned to SLA
  • Collaborate with the Manager, Technical Operations to deliver client-specific technical solutions and roadmap planning
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in virtualization and Citrix technologies and integrate learnings into client environments

Skills

Citrix
NetScaler
NetScaler ADC
Citrix CVAD
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
Citrix Cloud
VMware Horizon
VMware vSphere
Azure Virtual Desktop
NetScaler Gateway
Load Balancing
Content Switching
VDI

AHEAD

Digital transformation and cloud consulting services

About AHEAD

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation services, focusing on helping medium to large enterprises modernize their IT infrastructure. The company offers a range of services including cloud migration, automation, and infrastructure optimization, primarily using Microsoft Azure. AHEAD's products work by providing tailored consulting and managed services that guide clients through the complexities of digital transformation. What sets AHEAD apart from its competitors is its deep expertise in cloud solutions and a strong client-centric approach, which has been validated by achieving Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Azure. The company's goal is to empower organizations to take control of their digital transformation journeys and achieve sustainable success.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
BUYOUTCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave

Risks

Emerging cloud service providers offer similar services at lower costs.
Rapid technological advancements may outpace AHEAD's solution updates.
Economic downturns could reduce spending on digital transformation projects.

Differentiation

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation with a focus on cloud solutions.
The company achieved Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Microsoft Azure.
AHEAD offers tailored solutions for cloud migration and infrastructure optimization.

Upsides

Increased demand for hybrid cloud solutions aligns with AHEAD's expertise.
Growing interest in AI-driven IT operations presents new opportunities for AHEAD.
The rise of edge computing offers AHEAD opportunities in edge-to-cloud solutions.

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