VDI Architect Position

We are seeking a highly skilled VDI Architect to join our team at BayCare Health System. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.

• Design and implement VDI architectures, including solutions like VMware Horizon, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, or Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Lead the end-to-end deployment, configuration, and optimization of VDI environments to support various use cases (e.g., clinical, remote work, BYOD, secure access).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network, security, and server teams, to ensure seamless integration of VDI solutions with enterprise infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including design documents, operational guides, and runbooks.
• Oversee capacity planning, performance monitoring, and optimization of VDI environments to ensure high availability and scalability.
• Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting and resolving complex issues related to VDI infrastructure.
• Establish security policies and protocols to protect virtual desktops from unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security risks.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and best practices to continuously improve VDI performance and user experience.
• Train and mentor junior IT staff on VDI architecture, best practices, and operational procedures.
• Manage vendor relationships for VDI-related software and hardware, ensuring timely updates, patches, and support.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure with a focus on virtualization and desktop technologies.
• Extensive experience with VDI solutions such as VMware Horizon, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, or Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Hands-on experience with hypervisors (VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, etc.).
• Experience with Windows server environments and Active Directory.
• Understanding of networking concepts such as DNS, DHCP, VLANs, load balancing, and firewall configurations in relation to VDI.
• Experience with storage solutions (SAN, NAS) related to VDI environments.
• Knowledge of cloud-based VDI solutions and hybrid cloud infrastructure is a plus.

• Expertise in designing and implementing large-scale VDI environments.
• Proficiency in VMware Horizon, Citrix, Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop, or other major VDI platforms.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong skills in PowerShell scripting or similar automation tools.
• Experience with image management, profile management, and application layering (App Volumes, FSLogix, etc.).
• Familiarity and preferred experience in IGEL management.
• Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtual desktop environments.

BayCare Health System is a leading healthcare organization in the Tampa Bay area, proud to be one of the largest employers in the region. We promote a forward-thinking philosophy built on trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

• A competitive total reward package including benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k match and additional yearly contribution, yearly performance appraisals with merit increases, yearly team award bonus, community discounts, and the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work.

This is a fully remote position, with occasional on-site, after-hours/weekend work required. The successful candidate must reside in the state of Florida or be willing to relocate.