What are the responsibilities and job description for the Citrix Architect position at Sentinel?
Responsibilities
Sentinel is seeking a Citrix Architect (SME) to lead solutioning within the Application Delivery domain of our prominent regional partner. This role is responsible for architecting end-user delivery applications and collaborating across departments to align clinical and business objectives with IT strategies. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Citrix technologies, VDI, VDA, thin clients, and enterprise architecture principles, with a strong focus on healthcare delivery environments.
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity reporting onsite/hybrid to Warrenville, IL or Skokie, IL.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and optimize end-user delivery platforms including Citrix, VDI, Group Policy, Thin Clients, SCCM, Intune, and MDM.
- Contribute to enterprise architecture strategies that drive value, quality, and risk management.
- Align IT initiatives with clinical and business goals to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Evaluate existing systems for performance, security, and cost improvements.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to ensure cohesive project outcomes.
- Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in solution architecture.
- Develop technology roadmaps aligned with business strategies.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and advocate for best practices.
- Participate in on-call rotation and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of IT engineering experience.
- Minimum 5 years of Citrix engineering experience
- Minimum 1 year of solution architecture experience (2 years preferred).
- Strong experience with Citrix technologies, VDI, VDA, and thin client environments.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
- Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude
Minimum Certification Requirements
- Two or more mid-to-expert level platform certifications such as:
- VCP, VCAP, CCNP, CCIE, MZ-AZ, NCTSP, or equivalent experience.
- One or more of the following (or equivalent experience):
- ITIL, TOGAF, CEAP, PMP.
We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.
Compensation:Citrix Architect $72/hr-$86/hr
What you get:
We offer weekly competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more.
Overview
MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!
Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!
About Us:
Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO.
If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!
If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team. Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers.
As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans. In accordance with Title VII and state regulations, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, genetics, disability, military, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
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Salary : $72 - $86