The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical depth, cross-vendor coordination, and documentation discipline to help ensure the environment remains supported, current, and aligned to future Microsoft Azure capabilities.
Responsibilities - Own and support Azure Local lifecycle management activities across Dell AX platforms
- Manage and coordinate upgrades, updates, and maintenance procedures for Azure Local environments
- Manage and coordinate upgrades, updates, and maintenance procedures for the Dell AX platforms deployed
- Evaluate and validate Dell AX system compatibility with Microsoft Azure Local releases
- Work with Dell, Microsoft, and other third-party vendors to support integration requirements within Azure Local environments
- Track and assess future Microsoft Azure enhancements and determine potential impact to Dell-supported solutions
- Develop, maintain, and improve upgrade runbooks, procedures, and operational documentation
- Determine and maintain support matrices for Azure Local versions across relevant Dell products and configurations
- Identify lifecycle risks, support gaps, and version dependencies, and communicate recommendations to stakeholders
- Support testing, change planning, and release readiness for platform updates and new feature adoption
- Provide technical guidance on platform supportability, interoperability, and lifecycle best practices
Requirements - Top Secret Clearance
- Hands-on experience with Azure Local lifecycle management
- Strong knowledge of Dell AX systems supporting Microsoft Azure Local
- Experience working in multi-vendor environments, including coordination with hardware, software, and platform partners
- Solid understanding of Microsoft Azure Local architecture, releases, and roadmap direction
- Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation, including upgrade procedures, operational guides, and support documentation
- Ability to determine and document support matrices across infrastructure platforms, software versions, and validated configurations
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and cross-functional communication skills
- Ability to work independently and drive technical tasks through completion
Desired Skills - Experience with Dell integrated systems, hyperconverged infrastructure, or hybrid cloud platforms
- Familiarity with Microsoft lifecycle guidance, release management, and platform validation processes
- Experience supporting platform upgrades, interoperability testing, and change management
- Knowledge of supportability considerations across firmware, drivers, operating system versions, and Azure Local software releases
- Experience engaging directly with Microsoft and OEM/vendor support teams
Key Deliverables - Azure Local lifecycle management plan for Dell AX environments
- Documented procedures for Azure Local upgrades and update execution
- Current and maintained support matrix for Azure versions on Dell products
- Vendor integration guidance and issue tracking for Azure Local deployments
- Recommendations on future Microsoft Azure enhancements relevant to the environment
- Operational documentation to support repeatable lifecycle and upgrade activities
