Azure Stack HCI Engineer
Gurugram Gurgaon HR, IN
Requisition Number: 103165
Clous solution specialist
Shift- 2 PM- 11 PM
Location: This is a hybrid opportunity in Delhi NCR, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Gurugram area.
- 14,000+ engaged teammates globally with operations in 25 countries across the globe.
- Received 35+ industry and partner awards in the past year
- $9.2 billion in revenue
- #20 on Fortune’s World's Best Workplaces™ list
- #14 on Forbes World's Best Employers in IT – 2023
- #23 on Forbes Best Employers for Women in IT- 2023
- $1.4M+ total charitable contributions in 2023 by Insight globally
Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organisations through complex digital decisions.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI CSS who brings strong hands-on expertise across VMware virtualization, NSX networking, Windows/Linux infrastructure, and modern hybrid cloud operations. The role focuses on designing, deploying, managing, and supporting Azure Stack HCI environments integrated with on-premises datacenters and Azure cloud services.
The ideal candidate has deep understanding of hyperconverged infrastructure, cluster operations, compute/storage/network virtualization, and can operate seamlessly across Azure Arc-enabled services, VMware platforms, and traditional datacenter technologies.
As an CSS-Azure Stack HCI, you will get to:
- Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI
- Deploy, configure, and manage Azure Stack HCI clusters, core workloads, and lifecycle operations.
- Implement Azure Arc for servers, Kubernetes, and SQL on top of Azure Local infrastructure.
- Manage software-defined compute, storage, and networking (SDN) on Azure Stack HCI.
- Configure Storage Spaces Direct (S2D), cluster networking, resiliency policies, and performance optimization.
- Integrate on-prem HCI environments with Azure Monitor, Defender, Update
- Management, Backup, Site Recovery, and policy controls.
- Assist in migration planning between VMware and Azure Local for compute/network/storage workloads.
- Seamless workload migration to Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI with end-to-end assessment, planning, and execution.
- Ensures minimal downtime with optimized performance, availability, and cost efficiency during transition.
- VMware & NSX
- Operate and maintain VMware environments including vCenter, ESXi, vSAN, and VM lifecycle management.
- Support NSX-T/NSX-V operations—micro-segmentation, overlay networking, distributed firewall policies.
- On-Prem Datacenter & Hybrid Cloud
- Manage physical servers, storage appliances, network switches, and datacenter-grade infrastructure.
- Perform patching, configuration compliance, availability monitoring, and capacity planning across hybrid infrastructure.
- Implement DR and backup strategies aligned with Azure and VMware recovery capabilities.
- Coordinate with security teams to ensure adherence to compliance frameworks.
- Modernizes on-prem workloads with faster deployment models, improved scalability, and hybrid cloud readiness.
- Operations, Monitoring & Automation
- Set up end-to-end monitoring using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Prometheus/Grafana, or equivalent.
- Automate operational tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM/Bicep, or desired IaC tools.
- Perform incident, problem, and change management following ITIL processes.
- Maintain CMDB/data accuracy and ensure operational runbooks are up to date
What we’re looking for
- Overall 8 years of industry experience
- Core Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI
- Strong hands-on experience in Azure Stack HCI deployment, SDN, S2D, cluster management.
- Azure Arc onboarding and administration skills.
- Understanding of Azure Local SKU sizing, scale-out, and lifecycle management through Windows Admin Center.
- Experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, vSAN operations.
- Knowledge of NSX-T/NSX-V, logical routing, distributed firewall rules, micro-segmentation.
- VM migration strategies: VMware ↔ Azure Local ↔ Azure Cloud.
- Networking & Security
- Proficiency in VLANs, VXLAN/GENEVE overlays, BGP/OSPF routing, firewall segmentation models.
- Understanding of hybrid connectivity: ExpressRoute, VPN, private peering, SD-WAN.
- Operating Systems & Platform
- Windows Server (AD, DNS, DHCP, Failover Clustering).
- Linux basics for VM management on HCI/VMware.
- Patch management, update policies, and OS hardening knowledge.
- Preferred Certifications
- Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
- Azure Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801)
- VMware VCP-DCV, VCAP, or NSX certifications
- HCI-specific OEM certifications (Dell, Lenovo, HPE)
What you can expect
We’re legendary for taking care of you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. We want you to enjoy a full, meaningful life and own your career at Insight. Some of our benefits include:
- Freedom to work from another location—even an international destination—for up to 30 consecutive calendar days per year.
- Medical Insurance
- Health Benefits
- Professional Development: Learning Platform and Certificate Reimbursement
- Shift Allowance
But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.
Join us today, your ambITious journey starts here.
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