DCI Job Requirement for:

Cloud Engineer (Azure)

Locations: Norfolk, VA

Job Description

Serve as an Azure Lifecycle Manager

Own, support, & be a resource with strong experience in:

• Azure Local lifecycle management across Dell AX platforms

Plan, coordinate, document, & support platform:

• Upgrades, lifecycle activities, interoperability efforts, and version alignment

Manage/coordinate upgrades, updates, and maintenance procedures for:

• Azure Local environments
• Dell AX platforms

Evaluate and validate Dell AX system compatibility with Azure Local releases

Work with Dell, Microsoft, and other third-party vendors

Track and assess future Azure enhancements

• Determine potential impact to Dell-supported solutions

Develop, maintain, & improve upgrade runbooks, procedures, & operational docs

Determine & maintain support matrices for Azure Local versions

ID lifecycle risks, support gaps, and version dependencies

• Communicate recommendations to stakeholders

Support testing, change planning, and release readiness

Provide technical guidance for the platform

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Strong hands-on experience in Azure Local lifecycle management

Strong knowledge of:

• Dell AX systems supporting Microsoft Azure Local
• Azure Local architecture, releases, and roadmap direction

Experience working in multi-vendor environments, including:

• Coordination with hardware, software, and platform partners

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
• Validated configurations

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Dell integrated systems, HCI, or hybrid cloud platforms

Familiarity with MS lifecycle guidance, release management, platform validation

Experience with platform upgrades, interoperability testing, change management

Knowledge of supportability considerations across:

• Firmware, drivers, operating system versions
• Azure Local software releases

Experience engaging directly with Microsoft and OEM/vendor support teams

Clearance: Active Top-Secret Clearance

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $160,000-$200,000

Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Azure Local lifecycle management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Dell AX systems : 1 year (Preferred)
• o Azure Local architecture, releases, and roadmap direction : 3 years (Preferred)
• working in multi-vendor environments: 3 years (Preferred)
• creating and maintaining technical documentation: 3 years (Preferred)
• Dell integrated systems, HCI, or hybrid cloud platforms: 1 year (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person