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Humana Inc. is hiring a Lead Citrix Systems Engineer – Network/Virtualization

About the Role

This role leads the architecture, implementation, and support of Citrix-based virtual desktop and application environments, integrating with network and cloud platforms to deliver reliable and secure user experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deploy scalable Citrix environments across data centers and cloud platforms
  • Lead technical direction for virtual desktop infrastructure and application delivery
  • Collaborate with network engineering teams to optimize performance and security
  • Manage Citrix ADC (formerly NetScaler) configurations and load balancing
  • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery for virtualized services
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across Citrix, networking, and hypervisor layers
  • Develop automation scripts to streamline system deployment and monitoring
  • Maintain system documentation and configuration baselines
  • Evaluate new technologies to enhance virtualization capabilities
  • Support integration between on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure
  • Enforce security policies within virtual environments
  • Lead incident response for critical system outages
  • Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers
  • Coordinate with vendors for support and upgrades
  • Monitor system performance and recommend capacity improvements
  • Implement identity and access controls for virtual desktop access
  • Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory standards
  • Participate in change management and release planning
  • Optimize network traffic for virtual desktop user experience
  • Lead proof-of-concept initiatives for new virtualization features
  • Integrate monitoring tools to proactively detect system issues
  • Support secure remote access solutions
  • Manage firmware and software patching for Citrix components
  • Work with security teams to conduct vulnerability assessments
  • Drive standardization of virtual desktop images and configurations

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with flexibility based on role and location

Team

Part of the enterprise infrastructure team focused on virtual desktops, networking, and cloud integration

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a key role in shaping the future of virtual desktop delivery and network integration, directly impacting employee productivity and system reliability.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design and support of Citrix environments, ensuring seamless access to applications and desktops for thousands of users.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to maintain resilient, secure systems.

Not available for this position

Required Skills
PowerShellPythonNetworkingWindows ServerActive Directory
About company
Humana Inc.
CenterWell, a Humana company, creates experiences that put patients at the center. It is the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, focused on whole-person health. CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors.
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Posted 6 months ago