Northern Technologies Group
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Engineer
Northern Technologies Group, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Overview
NTG, a WOSB cybersecurity and IT consulting firm, is seeking an
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Engineer
to support a high-impact cloud modernization initiative on the IRES contract. You will join a specialized Tiger Team deploying and sustaining virtual desktop infrastructure in support of mission-critical operations for the Department of Defense. As a AVD Engineer, you will help implement and maintain Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions for a secure DoD enterprise environment. Youll work closely with senior engineers, cloud architects, and cybersecurity staff to ensure AVD systems are configured correctly, optimized for performance, and secure. Responsibilities
Support the build and deployment of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments in a classified enterprise setting Assist in configuring AVD components including session hosts, FSLogix, and profile containers Monitor and troubleshoot performance, user access, and connectivity issues Create and maintain scripts (PowerShell preferred) for automation and reporting Participate in Tier II/III support and escalation procedures Implement updates and patches in coordination with O&M and cybersecurity teams Contribute to documentation and configuration baselines for ongoing support Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
3+ years of hands-on experience supporting Microsoft AVD or similar VDI environments Familiarity with Windows 10/11 and Windows Server in enterprise or DoD environments Experience with PowerShell scripting for task automation and configuration Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven team Active DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred) Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent experience Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft certifications such as AZ-104 or AZ-140 Experience with:
FSLogix Windows 365 Cloud PC Azure AD / Entra ID Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
Understanding of DoD cybersecurity practices (e.g., RMF, NIST, STIGs) Exposure to hybrid cloud or Azure networking concepts Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Equal Opportunity
Northern Technologies Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Travel
Up to 10% Shift
Hours and shift determined by location. Salary
Starting at 120k/yr Note
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. #J-18808-Ljbffr
NTG, a WOSB cybersecurity and IT consulting firm, is seeking an
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Engineer
to support a high-impact cloud modernization initiative on the IRES contract. You will join a specialized Tiger Team deploying and sustaining virtual desktop infrastructure in support of mission-critical operations for the Department of Defense. As a AVD Engineer, you will help implement and maintain Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions for a secure DoD enterprise environment. Youll work closely with senior engineers, cloud architects, and cybersecurity staff to ensure AVD systems are configured correctly, optimized for performance, and secure. Responsibilities
Support the build and deployment of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments in a classified enterprise setting Assist in configuring AVD components including session hosts, FSLogix, and profile containers Monitor and troubleshoot performance, user access, and connectivity issues Create and maintain scripts (PowerShell preferred) for automation and reporting Participate in Tier II/III support and escalation procedures Implement updates and patches in coordination with O&M and cybersecurity teams Contribute to documentation and configuration baselines for ongoing support Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
3+ years of hands-on experience supporting Microsoft AVD or similar VDI environments Familiarity with Windows 10/11 and Windows Server in enterprise or DoD environments Experience with PowerShell scripting for task automation and configuration Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven team Active DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred) Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent experience Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft certifications such as AZ-104 or AZ-140 Experience with:
FSLogix Windows 365 Cloud PC Azure AD / Entra ID Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
Understanding of DoD cybersecurity practices (e.g., RMF, NIST, STIGs) Exposure to hybrid cloud or Azure networking concepts Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Equal Opportunity
Northern Technologies Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Travel
Up to 10% Shift
Hours and shift determined by location. Salary
Starting at 120k/yr Note
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. #J-18808-Ljbffr