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Azure Local Lifecycle Management Specialist

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

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