Since 1996, NFF has designed, architected, and delivered IT network and security solutions to many state, and local government agencies, K-20 educational institutions, federal agencies, and large enterprise businesses across the mid-Atlantic. NFF is a technology services and solutions provider, specializing in next-generation IT infrastructure including networks, data centers, cloud migrations, IT security, collaboration and mobility, and full/part-time staff augmentation services.   Our solutions, professional services and IT staffing portfolio are centered around building more resilient, secure, adaptive, and intelligent IT infrastructure and include comprehensive assessment, architecture, design, integration and installation services, and ongoing performance management services though our Network Operations Center (NOC).  

NFF is a Cisco Gold Partner with a Customer Experience Specialization and was a “Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner” in 2019, 2020 and 2022. NFF has maintained Cisco Gold Partnership since 2008, is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia. In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, VMware, NetApp and Splunk.

NFF is a District of Columbia (DC) Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and a SBA Certified Small Business with headquarters in downtown Washington, DC. Our dedication to quality is reflected in our accomplishment of being awarded multiple ISO 9001:2015 certifications.

NFF, Inc.  is seeking a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Engineer (VDI) who will be responsible for architecting, planning, and implementing desktop virtualization technology which enables users of endpoint devices to access an operating system and apps, delivered by a networked server or cloud data center.

• Extensive experience in designing & supporting Azure Managed Services Operations.
• Maintaining the Azure Active Directory and Azure AD authentication.
• Azure update management – Handling updates/Patching.
• Good understanding of Azure services (Azure App Service, Azure SQL, Azure Storage Account, etc.).
• Understanding of load balancers, DNS, virtual networks, NSG and firewalls in cloud environment.
• ARM templates writing, setup automation for resources provisioning.
• Knowledge on Azure automation and Automation Desire State Configuration.
• Good understanding of High Availability and Auto scaling.
• Azure Backups and ASR (Azure Site Recovery)
• Azure Monitoring and Configuration monitoring (performance metrics, OMS)
• Windows Virtual Desktop (Native Azure WVD)
• Deployment tools Kaseya, SCCM any other tools.
• Application Packaging & App-V.
• Good knowledge on any other Migration tools
• Maintains VMs or containers.
• Utilizes DISA STIGs to harden and secure network and security devices.
• Evaluates services and products provided by COTS/GOTS vendors and provides recommendations.
• Understands of data structures and design of highly available systems
• Develops capabilities that quickly process and provide to end user critical data requests.
• Develops analytics supporting cyber security use cases that support decision aids at the strategic, operational and tactical levels of the enterprise. 
• Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the organization’s executives, decision- makers, stakeholders, department heads, and end users regarding pertinent network activities.
• Direct and administrate a contingent of network analysts and technicians, and where necessary, conduct performance reviews and corrective action.
• Collaborate with end users and senior management to define business requirements for complex network development and gain buy-in for all network architecture plans.
• Manage and set priorities for the architectural design, maintenance, development, and evaluation of all network infrastructures, including LANs, WANs, VMs, Internet, intranet, security, wireless implementations, and so on.
• Conduct feasibility studies for various upgrade projects, improvements, and other conversions.

• 10 years’ experience managing, developing, and delivering strategic network architectural design and operational excellence.
• 10 years’ experience designing enterprise-wide LANs, WANs, WLANs, VPNs, VMs, virtual networks, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of current protocols and standards
• Experience with programming languages such as PowerShell
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of scaled systems, ability to identify problem areas, uphold network quality, and drive design
• Expert on of WAN, LAN and Wi-Fi technology
• Strong knowledge of IT security requirements and experience working with information security
• Experience with Lean IT concepts
• Experience with Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
• Knowledge and understanding of system flow charts, traffic flow, and data processing concepts.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Extensive experience with developing strategic plans.
• Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science
• The equivalent combination of education and successful work experience (15 years) 
• Azure or VMware Workspace/Horizon Certification in specialized areas is a Must.

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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