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Chad Sanders

Lone Tree

Summary

Seeking an Architect-level position specializing in Citrix and/or Azure Cloud architecture, leveraging over 25 years of extensive experience with Microsoft products, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, NetScaler, VMware, Nutanix AHV, Citrix XenServer, and cloud platforms including Microsoft Azure and AWS.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Virtualization Architect

Intuitive Surgical
03.2020 - Current
  • Azure Cloud Platform Architect: Designed and implemented hub and spoke architectures with scalable landing zones, optimizing advanced networking solutions. Developed Azure policies for compliance and security enhancements, leveraging Azure Security Center and performance tuning methodologies. Executed cost optimization strategies and developed FinOps Power BI dashboards for financial visibility. Utilized Microsoft Visio for complex solution diagramming and created comprehensive documentation. Led engineering teams with a product-centric approach aligned with business objectives, adhering to Microsoft's Well-Architected Framework. Employed Terraform for Infrastructure as Code to ensure consistency and scalability. Designed Citrix disaster recovery solutions and architected platforms for Generative AI, integrating OpenAI services for advanced AI capabilities.
  • Intuitive AI Platform Architect: Leveraged Azure services including API Management, Azure Functions, CosmosDB, Azure AI Search, Data Factory, OpenAI Service, Key Vault, Computer Vision, Document Intelligence, AKS, Synapse, Storage Accounts, Azure Monitor, Event Hubs. Designed platforms for Generative AI leveraging Azure's capabilities, including OpenAI Service, Speech, Document Intelligence, OCR, Audio, and Video transcription. Implemented Translation services and utilized the Agentic Framework to enhance AI-driven solutions.
  • Developer Support: Assisted developers by providing a highly available, frictionless environment with advanced CI/CD processes (GitLab CI/CD) to accelerate sprint timelines.
  • Citrix Virtualization Architect: Overhauled and optimized the Citrix environment, resulting in an 80% reduction in user tickets and enhanced stability. Managed Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Citrix Cloud, and Citrix Workspace Environment Management, including advanced profile management, FSLogix, image optimization, and HDX policies. Created disaster recovery environments in Azure Cloud to bolster system resilience.
  • NetScaler Architect: Designed and deployed a Web Application Firewall in production environments. Implemented IP Reputation on Citrix ADC appliances, managing over 500 VIPs using technologies such as Responders, Rewrites, Content Switching, WAF, GSLB, SSL Offload, AAA, Citrix Gateway. Proficient in Load Balancing, Content Switching, Application Firewall, and comprehensive networking solutions.
  • Hypervisor Expertise: Deployed, managed, and optimized virtual environments using Nutanix AHV, Citrix XenServer, Microsoft Hyper-V, and VMware ESX platforms.
  • Scripting and Automation: Developed automation scripts using Python for troubleshooting and optimized systems using advanced PowerShell, batch scripting, and VBScript.
  • Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Utilized EUC/DEX Monitoring tools such as ControlUp, EG Innovations, Director, Logic Monitor. Demonstrated advanced troubleshooting capabilities with a never-give-up attitude, employing innovative strategies to identify and resolve complex issues.

Owner/Principal Consultant

Accretion Technology LLC
04.2015 - 03.2020
  • Principal Virtualization Consultant: Spearheaded virtualization projects, leveraging expert configuration of NetScaler SDX/MPX and VPX technologies, including Citrix Gateway, Load Balancing, SSL Offload, and two-factor authentication. Implemented advanced routing and EPA tools, optimizing GSLB and high availability configurations.
  • Cloud Design and Deployment: Specialized in designing, deploying, and administering cloud environments on Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS. Conducted high-level infrastructure design and deployment projects, assessing large Citrix infrastructures for optimal performance and resolution.
  • Citrix Environment Consultant: Managed XenApp and XenDesktop 7.x environments, focusing on PVS/MCS, Profile Management, Citrix WEM, Storefront, and Application Layering. Expert in Citrix Federated Authentication Services, delivering solutions and escalations for complex projects.
  • XenMobile Specialist: Consulted on XenMobile 9.x/10.x environments, including Device Manager, App Controller, and Mail Manager. Utilized XenMobile NetScaler connector for seamless integration and performance.
  • Infrastructure and Project Management: Conducted infrastructure assessments and resolutions using Citrix and VMware technologies. Expertly configured provisioning services across virtual environments. Managed over 100 successful Citrix Consulting Services projects, mentoring junior resources in project processes and issue resolution.

Senior Consultant

Dyntek Services
01.2013 - 04.2015
  • Senior Citrix Consultant: Expertly configured NetScaler MPX and VPX technologies, deploying NetScaler Gateway, Load Balancing, and SSL Offload solutions. Managed advanced routing, two-factor authentication, and high availability configurations.
  • Virtualization Consultant: Delivered consulting services for XenApp and XenDesktop environments, focusing on PVS/MCS, Profile Management, Storefront, and Citrix Receiver. Developed Microsoft App-V sequences for complex applications.
  • XenMobile and Provisioning Expert: Specialized in XenMobile 9.x environments and provisioning services for XenApp and XenDesktop. Utilized AppSense technologies for enhanced application performance.

Senior Consultant

Infosys Technologies Limited
08.2008 - 01.2013
  • Citrix Lead Consultant: Led XenApp and XenDesktop environment builds, configuring Access Gateway and deploying Microsoft App-V solutions. Assessed environments, providing enhancements and solutions to current issues.
  • Automation and Deployment: Automated software deployment using scripting and HP Opsware tools. Developed XenApp installation scripts and reporting scripts for server usage and performance analysis.
  • Project Leadership: Managed large-scale projects, coordinating with offshore resources and assisting customer architecture teams. Provided documentation and troubleshooting for various applications, including Oracle, Java, and networking solutions.

Citrix Administrator/ISG Technician

Level 3 Communications
09.2007 - 08.2008
  • Team Lead and Citrix Specialist: Led a team of onsite technicians, managing Citrix products, deployments, and troubleshooting. Conducted incident management and severity analysis across Windows, Citrix, UNIX, and Linux environments.
  • Application Deployment and Support: Managed application deployments to development and test environments, providing backup and recovery services using NetBackup. Supported BEA Web logic and coordinated project efforts with dedicated teams.

Citrix Administrator

TEKsystems (Level 3 Contractor)
05.2007 - 08.2007
  • Citrix Environment Management: Managed and maintained a large Citrix server environment, building and monitoring servers, and troubleshooting applications. Developed performance and capacity reports and collaborated with infrastructure teams for holistic solutions.

Contractor and Server Administrator

IBM
09.2002 - 05.2007
  • Windows and Network Support: Delivered 24x7 support for Windows Server and network environments, including Citrix installation and management for Metaframe XP and Presentation 4.0 servers. Planned and deployed VMware solutions, serving as a subject matter expert for account teams.
  • Infrastructure and Security Management: Monitored weekend backups using NetBackup and Arcserve, supported Cisco switches and routers, and assisted security teams with patching. Led training initiatives and SOP development, planning Windows domain implementations for operations centers.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Network Engineering

Westwood Technical College
Denver
06-2002

Skills

  • Cloud Architecture

  • Generative AI (Platform)

  • Citrix Architecture

  • Virtualization

  • Application Delivery/Load Balancing

  • Microsoft

  • EUC

  • Monitoring/Logging

  • Diagraming

  • Advanced Troubleshooting

Certification

HashiCorp Terraform Associate (2024)

Azure Administrator Associate (2023)

Azure Solutions Architect Expert (2023)

Certified Administrator for Citrix Presentation Server 4 (CCA)

Certified Administrator for Citrix XenApp 5 (CCA)

Certified Administrator for Citrix XenDesktop 5 (CCA)

Certified Administrator – Networking (NetScaler) (CCA-N)

Certified Professional – Networking (NetScaler) (CCP-N)

Certified Professional – Mobility (XenMobile) (CCP-M)

ITIL V3 Foundation


Timeline

Virtualization Architect

Intuitive Surgical
03.2020 - Current

Owner/Principal Consultant

Accretion Technology LLC
04.2015 - 03.2020

Senior Consultant

Dyntek Services
01.2013 - 04.2015

Senior Consultant

Infosys Technologies Limited
08.2008 - 01.2013

Citrix Administrator/ISG Technician

Level 3 Communications
09.2007 - 08.2008

Citrix Administrator

TEKsystems (Level 3 Contractor)
05.2007 - 08.2007

Contractor and Server Administrator

IBM
09.2002 - 05.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Network Engineering

Westwood Technical College

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