Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act   decisively for our customers and partners.
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future.
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.

Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act decisively for our customers and partners
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work

Who You’ll Work With

The Information Technology organization is the technological foundation of our business and works in collaboration with our partners from across the company. The team drives technology and digital transformation, partners with business leaders to design and execute new strategies through IT and operations services and ensures the necessary IT risk management and security measures are in place and aligned with enterprise architecture standards and principles. 

About The Role

The Senior Digital Workplace Engineer – Virtual Desktop Delivery will be responsible for the virtual desktop environment, including 1) ongoing operations of the existing environment and 2) the strategic design, implementation, and optimization of our target state, multi-cloud environment. This role is crucial for ensuring a secure, scalable, and high-performance virtual desktop and application experience for our global workforce, leveraging a hybrid solution that includes Citrix DaaS/Virtual Apps and Desktops, Microsoft Windows 365, and Amazon WorkSpaces. 

Responsibilities

Architecture & Design Responsibilities 

• Lead the design and architecture of our next-generation VDI/DaaS platform, integrating Citrix DaaS (or Virtual Apps and Desktops), Windows 365, and Amazon WorkSpaces into a cohesive and performant hybrid solution. 

• Develop technical roadmaps for the EUC environment, including migration strategies, lifecycle management, and adoption of new technologies (e.g., containerization, secure browser isolation). 

• Ensure the VDI/DaaS architecture adheres to security best practices (Zero Trust, least privilege, data encryption) and organizational compliance standards. 

• Conduct capacity planning, demand forecasting, and performance modeling to ensure the environment is correctly scaled, optimized for cost, and highly available. 

• Design and implement robust Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BC) plans for all virtual desktop infrastructure. 

Engineering & Operations Responsibilities 

• Implement, configure, and maintain core components of Citrix (Cloud Connectors, StoreFront, WEM, Director, NetScaler/Gateway), Windows 365 (Cloud PCs, Intune integration, provisioning policies), and Amazon WorkSpaces. 

• Develop automation and orchestration scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform, Python) for provisioning, monitoring, image management, and system tuning. 

• Manage and optimize desktop images (Golden Images) and application layering technologies (e.g., FSLogix, Citrix App Layering) to ensure a fast, consistent, and resilient user experience. 

• Serve as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex technical issues related to VDI/DaaS, including logon latency, network performance (HDX, PCoIP), security, and application delivery problems. 

• Collaborate with Network, Cloud Infrastructure (Azure/AWS), and Security teams to integrate VDI/DaaS solutions seamlessly.

Skills and Qualifications

Technical Expertise 

• 10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years specializing in the design and engineering of large-scale Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)/Desktop as a Service (DaaS) environments. 

• Deep Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in Citrix DaaS/Virtual Apps and Desktops including WEM, PVS/MCS, and NetScaler/Gateway. 

• Proven hands-on experience designing and managing Microsoft Windows 365 (Cloud PCs) and integration with Microsoft Intune, Azure AD, and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). 

• Strong experience with Amazon WorkSpaces deployment, management, and optimization within the AWS ecosystem. 

• Expertise in Windows Server and Windows 10/11 operating systems, GPOs, Active Directory/Azure AD, and identity management. 

• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell is essential). 

• Solid understanding of networking concepts related to VDI (latency, bandwidth, load balancing, firewalls, and protocols like RDP, HDX, PCoIP). 

Education & Certifications (Preferred) 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 

• Relevant professional certifications are highly desirable: 

• Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V) or Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V) 

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty or Windows 365 Specialty 

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator 

Behavioral Competencies 

• Strong ability to mentor and train junior engineers and document complex architectures for operational handover. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to 1) partner with a diverse stakeholder base to understand needs and develop technology requirements that deliver on them, and 2) articulate complex technical concepts to both technical teams and executive leadership. 

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex, multi-vendor issues under pressure. 

Compensation

The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications.

In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below.

Work Location

This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, TX office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

Estimated Travel

May include up to 25%.

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Why Corebridge?

At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.

Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.  In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to [email protected].  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Functional Area:

IT - Information Technology

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): No Travel

Relocation Provided: No

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