Citrix XenDesktop Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Citrix XenDesktop
Alwin G.
Last position:
IT Interim Manager & AI Strategist
- Founder of CheironX: AI-supported GRC management (ISO 27001, BSI IT-Grundschutz, TISAX, DORA)
- Strategic focus on Agentic AI and GenAI for modern IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Management
- IT interim management and strategic consulting
Markus I.
Last position:
Senior System Engineer Microsoft at Technidata IT-Service GmbH
As part of the project, I was responsible for operating a Citrix farm for 600 users, including optimizing the user experience and ensuring high availability.
I managed and optimized the entire application landscape of a major customer, evaluated and implemented application updates, and ensured the compatibility and security of the software in use.
I managed user accounts, implemented security policies, and monitored system performance.
I administered Azure Entra ID to control identities and access rights, implemented security policies, and synchronized on-premises directories with the cloud.
I implemented and managed Microsoft Intune for central management of client devices, including the configuration and management of BitLocker for disk encryption.
I managed file servers and NTFS permissions to ensure secure and efficient data access management.
I handled change requests and last-level support tickets efficiently to solve complex system issues and improve user satisfaction.
I supported and advised the customer team on various topics and projects, identified areas for improvement, and implemented best practices.
Technologies used:
- Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop
- Microsoft Windows Server 2012R2 and 2022
- Exchange 2016 and Exchange Online
- Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Entra ID Connect
- BitLocker
- PowerShell scripting
- Microsoft Intune
- LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol)
- DNS services (Domain Name System)
- Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS)
Mark S.
Last position:
Administration / operation / configuration / control / coordination at State authority (State of Hesse)
- administration, configuration, operation, installation, and troubleshooting of Windows Server systems (2016–2025) in a multi-domain infrastructure by tier level
- operation of Windows systems (VMware, Hyper-V, and physical)
- automated installation and patch management via MECM and WSUS
- support in the patch management process and backup process
- creation of server and operating system hardening according to BSI
- administration, configuration, and operation of Active Directory (AD)
- administration, configuration, and maintenance of group policies (GPOs)
- administration of cluster systems
- granting, modifying, and revoking access permissions and access groups
- control and documentation as well as coordination between business units and service providers
- change management: reviewing, evaluating, and controlling change requests
- performance analysis to optimize operating systems
- responsibility for solving malfunctions and internal service requests
- second- and third-level support
- creating documentation, operation manuals, and presentations
- working according to ITIL and IT baseline protection (BSI)
Boban S.
Last position:
Senior Citrix Consultant & Architect, NetScaler Expert at Freelancer
- Design, installation, configuration, administration, optimization, and further development of IT infrastructures in Citrix environments
- Upgrading older Citrix systems to the latest versions
- Installation, configuration, and delivery of applications in Citrix environments
- Support in 2nd- and 3rd-level support
- Performing performance analyses and optimizations in complex Citrix environments
- Analysis and fixing of issues in complex Citrix systems
- Creating, updating, and maintaining technical documentation
- Troubleshooting slow logons in Citrix XenApp / CVAD environments
- Analysis and fixing of printer problems in Citrix environments
- Creating, maintaining, and optimizing Citrix VDI policies
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) 2402 LTSR, Citrix Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), Citrix Hypervisor / Citrix XenServer, Citrix Director / Citrix StoreFront, Citrix Machine Creation Services (MCS) / Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS), Citrix App Layering, Citrix Workspace Environment Management (WEM), Citrix Profile Management
- NetScaler SDX 14 / NetScaler Gateway 14 / NetScaler Console 14, NetScaler Load Balancing / Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB), NetScaler Applications Analytics (Web Insights, Security Insights, SSL Insights, TCP Insights, Gateway Insights, HDX Insights, ADC Infrastructure Analytics)
- Design, installation, configuration, management, optimization, and further development of IT infrastructures in Microsoft environments
- Upgrading older Microsoft systems to the latest versions
- Installation, configuration, and delivery of applications in Microsoft environments
- Creating, managing, and optimizing Microsoft Group Policy policies
- Design, implementation, and administration of Microsoft Azure environments
- Windows Server 2022 / Windows 11, Windows Group Policy / Active Directory, Remote Desktop Services (RDS), SQL Server 2022 / SCCM Server, RADIUS Server, FSLogix, PowerShell
- Implementation of standard changes according to ITIL guidelines
- VMWare / Splunk
Reza M.
Last position:
Head of IT Operations at Centogene GmbH
- Advanced to directly report to C-level and lead the €1.5M budget with AWS, utilizing S3, EC2, and RDS services to run 21 accounts, 5 OUs, and 3 PB of data by architecting the AWS environment and monitoring KPIs.
- Led a strategic cloud migration from legacy systems to AWS, reducing data center costs by 42% annually. Designed and executed the transition plan, including refactoring and rehosting operations, ensuring system compatibility, and optimizing infrastructure connectivity.
- Reduced external firewall costs by €204k per month by eliminating the external service provider and bringing the function in-house, advertising on LinkedIn, screening candidates and leading the interviews.
- Lowered mobile phone costs from €276k to €60k for 300 users on 2-year contracts by negotiating better tariffs with Vodafone, removing unnecessary services for each user and standardizing across all countries.
- Saved €45k per annum by eliminating infrastructure and external IT consultancy costs in Zug, Belgrade, Berlin and Boston by reviewing the services, conducting a risk assessment and building an in-house team.
- Increased payment terms from 30 to 180 days with the four main suppliers which generated an additional €280k per month into the business by persuading them to support the company during a difficult period.
Georg D.
Last position:
Senior Project Manager at Apleona GmbH
- Project review, restructuring, and PM for the migration of a total of 12,000 Windows workplace systems (650 applications) from SCCM and Empirum/Matrix42 to MS-Intune after a merger.
- Took over a heavily delayed / not ideally managed project in the role of the "firefighter".
- Completely revised and adjusted/updated the planning of the customer and the involved service provider.
- Introduced planning baselining as well as tracking/mitigation of current risks.
- Introduced an efficient, partially automated planning/reporting interface between MS Project Planning (service provider) and Jira (customer).
- Restructured meetings to increase efficiency and remove redundant appointments.
- Completed the analysis and design phase and created base data for migrations from heterogeneous systems of the two merged companies.
- Started the User Acceptance Test (UAT).
- Technologies: MS Autopilot, Zero Touch.
Daniel U.
Last position:
Senior Application Packaging & Deployment Engineer at Allevio AG (Client: Allianz Technology)
- Enterprise application packaging and deployment for Allianz's global Windows migration programs across Europe, North America, and APAC
- Migrated hundreds of enterprise applications from Windows 10 VDI to Microsoft Azure Windows 365 (Windows 11)
- Created software packages in MSI/MST, FlexApp, PSADT 3/4, and App-V according to enterprise packaging standards
- Developed an ASP.NET packaging automation platform with MongoDB, SQL Server, SharePoint, and Outlook integration
- Built PowerShell modules for automated quality checks of MSI and FlexApp packages
- Developed a release conflict detection module in PowerShell to identify potential deployment issues before production
- Created WDAC monitoring scripts for automated policy oversight and incident response
- Implemented MSGraph API calls in PowerShell for Azure AD and Intune operations
- Created Citrix oData scripts for historical usage analysis (BYOD, VDI, fat clients)
- Developed an Intune Win32 app 'Do Not Disturb' deployment routine for an optimal user experience
- First point of contact for troubleshooting production incidents with packaged applications
- Coordinated application owner, UAT, and release testing for hundreds of deployments
- Administered Microsoft Intune, Citrix environments, and SQL Server security
- Created and tested WDAC policies in Intune; managed configuration policies and Win32 app deployments
- Primary packaging resource for Allianz France since 2019
Peter V.
Last position:
IT Consultant at Evotec KG
- Operation and administration of Windows 2016 / 2019 servers and domains
- Infrastructure services (Active Directory, ADFS, AD Azure Connect, DHCP, DNS, Group Policies)
- Consulting, support and troubleshooting of customer systems
- Documentation and concept design in the area of MS Active Directory
- Updating operation, process and system documentation
- Ticket handling (remote analysis and resolution via incident, change and problem management)
- Technologies: Windows 2022, Active Directory, ADFS, AD Azure Connect, DHCP, DNS, GPO, VMware vSphere, CheckMK, Exchange 2019, PowerShell, Jira, Confluence, Office 365, Matrix42, NetApp, Ansible
Philipp S.
Last position:
MS365 Consultant/Solution Architect at Self-employed
- Setup and configuration of an M365 tenant on a hybrid basis
- SSO integration of the existing app infrastructure like Metamost, Huhu, etc.
- License consulting, Entra ID initial configuration, MFA, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management
- Intune: initial configuration, Windows 11 Autopilot, iPhone AES
- Takeover of the tenant and preparation of a security audit
- Rollout of iPhones with AES (formerly DEP) as COPE (Corporate Owned, Business Enabled)
- Connecting external customers with enhanced security through Conditional Access
- Consulting on cloud-first strategy and migration to a cloud-only business
- Connecting various apps via SSO/SCIM (e.g. Atlassian, Personio, Adobe)
- On-premises AD: security audit and project management for replacing the local AD (migration of file servers, Navision2016, user clients joined to Entra ID)
- Copilot rollout with connection to external data sources and configuration via Intune
- Support for TISAX and ISO27001 preparation
- Setup and hardening of Entra ID, switching MFA to phishing resistant via Conditional Access
- Intune management for Windows and Apple clients, web enrollment switch to AES, introduction of Autopilot, app management, integration of Microsoft Defender
- Building a device baseline for Windows (COBO) and iOS/Android (BYOD)
- Teams/SharePoint Online: access concepts and integration into Teams
- Maintenance and backup of Entra ID and Intune tenants (drift management)
- M365 backup with Veeam
- Extending Conditional Access policies, introduction of Privileged Identity Management with hardware tokens and an on-premises admin tier concept
- Revision of existing GPOs regarding structure, security, and compliance
- Security audit and hardening of on-premises Active Directory and cloud tenant, SAML VPN, PIM introduction
- Support for the HR department in introducing a booking portal and general system engineering administration & security
- Introduction of Conditional Access and passwordless MFA, platform SSO, Defender for macOS/iOS, macOS compliance with Intune, Code2 signature configuration
Jochen S.
Last position:
Senior Consultant/GF at SWOND Serv GmbH
- Projects in the Microsoft environment
- Server-based computing
- Automated software distribution
- Desktop and server management
Alexander W.
Last position:
DNS Architect at Stromnetz Berlin GmbH
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Statistics of experts using Citrix XenDesktop
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
2.8 years
Positions per freelancer
15
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Legal
Bachelor's degree or higher
71%
Master's degree or higher
14%
Certifications per freelancer
11
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using Citrix XenDesktop
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Citrix XenDesktop experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (82%)
- Banking and Finance (64%)
- Manufacturing (64%)
- Telecommunication (64%)
- Government and Administration (55%)
- Chemical (45%)
- Media and Entertainment (45%)
- Automotive (36%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Virtual desktops
Citrix XenDesktop is a virtual desktop infrastructure product for delivering complete Windows desktops and individual applications from central data centres or cloud environments. The product is now commonly positioned within Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, while XenDesktop remains a widely used name in existing environments. It gives users secure access to a consistent workspace across company-managed and personal devices.
Core architecture
A XenDesktop environment combines delivery controllers, machine catalogs, delivery groups and virtual machines. Specialists work with Citrix Studio, Director, StoreFront and Citrix Workspace to provision desktops, publish applications, monitor sessions and support users. They also connect the platform to Microsoft Active Directory, hypervisors and profile technologies.
Typical use cases
- Deliver persistent or non-persistent Windows desktops
- Publish business applications to internal and external users
- Support remote work, branch offices and contractor access
- Centralize desktop management after mergers or site changes
- Provide controlled workspaces for regulated teams
Citrix XenDesktop is used in manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, public administration and other environments where access control and reliable application delivery matter. In Germany, projects often combine remote collaboration with on-site work across distributed locations.
Migration and operations
Companies bring in freelance specialists during migrations from physical PCs, older XenApp estates, VMware Horizon or Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop. They plan the target architecture, assess application compatibility, build machine catalogs and move users with limited disruption. Ongoing work includes patching, image management, capacity planning, monitoring and incident resolution.
Connected technologies
Strong professionals understand the surrounding Microsoft and Citrix ecosystem, not only the desktop layer. Relevant skills include Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft SQL Server, PowerShell, FSLogix, Citrix Provisioning and Citrix Profile Management. Depending on the design, they also work with VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Azure, networking, identity providers and endpoint security.
Signs of expertise
- They can explain the trade-offs between MCS, Citrix Provisioning and cloud provisioning
- They design profiles, policies and images for predictable user sessions
- They troubleshoot login delays, disconnected sessions and application failures
- They secure access without making the user experience unnecessarily complex
- They document dependencies, rollback steps and operational ownership
A capable professional asks about applications, user groups, network paths, identity, storage and support processes before proposing changes. They use Director data and structured tests to isolate problems, communicate clearly with technical and business teams, and leave an environment that internal staff can operate.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Citrix XenDesktop.
Citrix XenDesktop delivers virtual Windows desktops and published applications from a central environment. It is used when companies need consistent workspaces, controlled access, easier endpoint management or secure remote access for employees and external users.
Citrix XenDesktop offers mature policies, session management, application delivery and monitoring across different infrastructure choices. Azure Virtual Desktop can be a natural fit for Microsoft-centered cloud estates, while the better option depends on application behavior, identity, operations and the required user experience.
A strong Citrix XenDesktop professional usually understands Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Server, PowerShell, networking and identity management. Experience with Citrix Provisioning, Machine Creation Services, profile tools, VMware or Azure is also valuable.
XenDesktop project needs vary with the application estate, user groups and infrastructure. A small proof of concept may suit a specialist with focused delivery experience, while a migration or complex production environment calls for someone who has designed, troubleshot and documented comparable Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops systems.
Citrix XenDesktop can support remote teams when network paths, authentication, endpoint security and application performance are designed together. Remote collaboration is practical for planning, configuration and troubleshooting, while some hardware, datacentre or user acceptance tasks may benefit from on-site work in Germany.
Companies often engage a Citrix XenDesktop freelancer for a migration, capacity issue, image redesign, application publishing project or operational backlog. External expertise is especially useful when internal teams need a focused specialist without committing to a permanent role.
Ask a Citrix XenDesktop professional to describe a comparable environment, the decisions behind its architecture and how they measured user impact. Strong answers cover catalogs, delivery groups, profiles, policies, monitoring, security and rollback rather than focusing only on installation.
Citrix XenDesktop is the former product name that many teams still use when discussing virtual desktop delivery. Current Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops environments retain the core concepts, so a professional should understand both the legacy terminology and the current product structure.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Citrix XenDesktop in their recent projects is 96 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 771 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Citrix XenDesktop in their recent projects, 71% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 14% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Citrix XenDesktop in their recent projects have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Citrix XenDesktop in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (18%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Citrix XenDesktop in their recent projects are Information Technology (82%), Banking and Finance (64%), and Manufacturing (64%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Citrix XenDesktop in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (100%), and Project Management (82%).
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