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Desktop Support Technician - Contract

Tustin, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Desktop Support Technician - Contract Location: Onsite (5 days/week to start) Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 ... Microsoft Azure - plus if have done provisioning, user management, or general Azure administration.

Navtech, Inc.

Cloud Azure Lead

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$62 - $80.75/hr

Windows Virtual Desktop(Native Azure WVD) Citrix VDI Support Experience. Deployment tools SCCM any other tools. Application Packaging & App-V. Good knowledge on any other Migration tools. Best ...

Arrowstreet Capital

Senior Desktop Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$120K - $310K/yr

Design, deploy, and support cloud-based virtualdesktop platforms,such as VMware Horizon, Azure Virtual Desktop,AWSWorkspaces. * Engineer and support enterprise endpoint solutions using Microsoft ...

Tabush

Desktop Support Engineer

Quincy, MA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Desktop Support Engineer Watch a quick 60-second video about this role: About Us We're a mid-sized ... Manage Microsoft 365 and Azure AD environments, including security, access, and policies

Arrowstreet Capital LP

Senior Desktop Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$120K - $310K/yr

Design, deploy, and support cloud-based virtual desktop platforms, such as VMware Horizon, Azure Virtual Desktop, AWS Workspaces. * Engineer and support enterprise endpoint solutions using Microsoft ...

Tabush

Desktop Support Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Desktop Support Engineer Watch a quick 60-second video about this role: About Us We're a mid-sized ... Manage Microsoft 365 and Azure AD environments, including security, access, and policies

Cyclotron, Inc.

Azure Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$80K - $160K/yr

Deploy and configure key Azure infrastructure services, including Azure Landing Zones, Azure Virtual Desktop, Defender for Cloud and other enterprise platforms. * Architect and deploy secure network ...

Cyclotron, Inc.

Azure Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$80K - $160K/yr

Deploy and configure key Azure infrastructure services, including Azure Landing Zones, Azure Virtual Desktop, Defender for Cloud and other enterprise platforms. * Architect and deploy secure network ...

ACS Consultancy Services

Desktop Engineer

Albany, NY · Remote

Experience with cloud-based device management (e.g., Autopilot, Azure AD). * Experience in remote desktop support tools (e.g., Bomgar, TeamViewer, AnyDesk). * Certifications such as CompTIA A ...

Edge Global

Desktop Administrator

Olathe, KS · On-site

$50K - $65K/mo

Role:- Desktop Administrator Location:- Olathe, KS , 66018 Type of Hire: Full time / Permanent ... Azure AD Endpoint management tools (SCCM / Intune) Basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) Experience ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for azure desktop in the United States is $58.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.88 and $65.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Azure Desktop?

An Azure Desktop job typically involves managing and supporting virtual desktop environments using Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). Professionals in this role configure, deploy, and troubleshoot cloud-based desktops, ensuring secure and efficient remote access for users. They also handle networking, application management, performance optimization, and security policies within the Azure ecosystem. This job often requires expertise in Microsoft Azure, virtualization technologies, and IT support.

What are the typical responsibilities of an Azure Desktop professional?

Azure Desktop professionals are typically responsible for deploying, managing, and troubleshooting Azure Virtual Desktop environments, ensuring secure and consistent remote access for end users. They collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams, network administrators, and support staff to maintain performance and address user issues efficiently. Daily tasks often include monitoring virtual machine health, applying updates, configuring user permissions, and optimizing resource usage for cost-effectiveness. This role offers exposure to the latest cloud technologies and opportunities for advancement into senior IT or cloud architecture positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Azure Desktop position?

To thrive as an Azure Desktop professional, a strong background in Windows desktop technologies, cloud computing fundamentals, and experience with Microsoft Azure is essential. Familiarity with tools such as Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, and relevant certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to work collaboratively enhance performance in this position. These skills and attributes are crucial for ensuring secure, efficient, and scalable virtual desktop solutions for organizations.

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Infographic showing various Azure Desktop job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 85% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,476 per year, or $58.4 per hour.

Virtualization Platform Engineer - Azure Virtual Desktop

Vangard, Inc.

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Core Responsibilities

  • Designs, implements, and deploys platforms to support and meet business needs. Identifies, recommends, and implements opportunities for improvement and performance issue solutions.
  • Develops technical standards. Tests and evaluates technologies vendor products. Recommends vendor selections and new technologies.
  • Deploy, configure, and support Azure Virtual Desktop host pools, session hosts, application groups, and workspaces.
  • Perform daytoday platform administration, including scaling activities, host maintenance, and service health checks.
  • Support gold image creation and maintenance using existing image pipelines and Shared Image Gallery.
  • Support FSLogix profile containers, including configuration, performance troubleshooting, and storage access issues.
  • Participate in improving repeatability, reliability, and documentation of deployment processes.
  • Monitor AVD health, performance, and capacity using dashboards and Azure monitoring tools.
  • Work closely with senior engineers, architects, and crossfunctional teams (networking, security, endpoint, service desk).
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5+ years related work experience.
  • Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • 5+ years of experience supporting Windows desktop and Virtualization Platforms required.
  • Handson experience with Azure Virtual Desktop or comparable virtual desktop technologies required..
  • Working knowledge of Azure fundamentals: compute, networking, storage required.
  • Experience with FSLogix profile management.
  • Experience using Microsoft Intune and/or Group Policy preferred.
  • Familiarity with Entra ID (Azure AD), RBAC, and MFA concepts preferred.
  • Basic experience with automation tools (PowerShell, Terraform, or similar) required.
  • Strong troubleshooting and operational support skills required..

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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