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# Azure Lifecycle Management

- **Company:** Inc. (dci)
- **Location:** Norfolk, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Firmware, Interoperability, Release Management, HybridCloud, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9007622/azure-lifecycle-management

## About the Role

* 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

## 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


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