Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer

📋 Description

• • Join Leidos Holdings, Inc. as an Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer and play a pivotal role in advancing the USAF Next Generation Mission Planning program. This is an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in a forward-thinking team dedicated to elevating Azure Cloud solutions for the Department of Defense.
• • As a key member of our team, you will be instrumental in managing and architecting robust Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions. These solutions will support over 40 developer groups, empowering them with cutting-edge technology stacks to enhance mission planning capabilities.
• • Your responsibilities will encompass the implementation, meticulous management, and continuous optimization of AVD environments and associated Virtual Machines (VMs). This role offers a unique chance to gain in-depth knowledge of existing solutions while actively driving enhancements that improve speed and capability for our nation's warfighters.
• • We foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. You will be encouraged to learn and train on existing solutions, ensuring a smooth transition and fostering innovation. Your contributions will directly impact the effectiveness and efficiency of critical defense missions.
• • The ideal candidate is energetic, highly organized, and possesses a strong desire to learn and grow within a dynamic team environment. You should be comfortable communicating and collaborating effectively with colleagues, placing a high value on collective success and shared goals.
• • A core aspect of this role involves architecting and managing secure, high-availability systems. You will ensure all solutions adhere to stringent industry standards and best practices, maintaining the integrity and reliability of our cloud infrastructure.
• • You will be responsible for implementing, managing, and optimizing AVD solutions within CI/CD pipelines, contributing to a streamlined and efficient deployment process.
• • Designing and implementing proactive approaches to continuously update and secure AVD resources will be a critical function, ensuring our systems remain resilient against evolving threats.
• • Developing and utilizing scripts to automate routine tasks and complex deployments within the cloud environment is essential for enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual effort.
• • Comprehensive documentation of systems and processes is required to facilitate capability growth, knowledge transfer, and improved team collaboration, ensuring long-term maintainability and scalability.
• • You will be provided with opportunities for formal training and will be expected to continuously learn and adapt to new Azure cloud resources, staying at the forefront of cloud technology.
• • This role is perfect for an individual who thrives in a challenging and fast-paced environment, contributing to missions that demand innovation and excellence. We are looking for individuals who are not afraid to disrupt the status quo and push the boundaries of what's possible.