> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1506542-principal-engineer-analyst-azure-cloud-migration-modernization-active-secret](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1506542-principal-engineer-analyst-azure-cloud-migration-modernization-active-secret). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Engineer Analyst - Azure Cloud Migration & Modernization / Active Secret - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $166,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Baselining, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Migration Manager, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Cloud Monitoring, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Bicep, Microsoft Sentinel, CIS Benchmarks, Code Restructuring, Key Vault, Databricks, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17746015?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17746015%2FPrincipal-Engineer-Analyst-Azure-Cloud-Migration-Modernization-Active-Secret-Virginia-Arlington ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree and minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in IT/Network Engineering, Cloud Architecture, or Cybersecurity. + An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. * Applicants must currently hold one of the following professional certifications or obtain one prior to start date (continued certification required): CASP+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CCNP Security, CEH, CFR, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), Cloud+, CySA+, GCED, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, SCYBER, VCA DCV, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev * Strong background in Azure cloud architecture and operating model design. * Familiarity with vulnerability assessment and security baseline standards (e.g., NIST, CIS benchmarks). * Demonstrated hands-on experience architecting production Azure environments, including VNets, NSGs, RBAC, and Entra ID/Azure AD configuration. * Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Bicep or ARM templates) for environment provisioning. * Experience building CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or equivalent). * Practical experience with Azure security tooling: Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policy, Key Vault. * Demonstrated hands-on experience performing application migrations into a cloud environment (lift-and-shift, re-platforming, or refactoring). * Scripting/automation proficiency in PowerShell or Python. * Experience configuring monitoring/logging solutions (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or Sentinel). * Experience conducting technical discovery and assessment work, including evaluating application dependencies and data sensitivity. * U.S. citizenship required. * Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance., * Experience with federal cloud environments and associated compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP). * Experience integrating cloud environments with a security operations function for security monitoring. * Experience with Azure Backup/Site Recovery configurations for disaster recovery planning. * Familiarity with Power Platform, Databricks, or similar enterprise tools. ## Description Lead a major cloud modernization initiative supporting a federal customer. * This senior technical leader will be responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and sustaining the migration of a complex on-premises environment into Microsoft Azure. * This role requires an experienced engineer who can take ownership of the entire lifecycle-from assessing the current environment and defining the future-state architecture to leading migration activities, establishing governance, and supporting long-term operations. * The ideal candidate combines deep infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity expertise with the ability to drive technical strategy and execution across multiple stakeholders. What You'll Do * Lead the assessment of the existing enterprise environment by inventorying applications, infrastructure, networks, and supporting technologies. * Analyze application dependencies, data sensitivity, technical risks, and migration complexity to develop a comprehensive migration strategy. * Design and implement a secure, scalable Azure architecture, including Development, Test, Pre-Production, and Production environments. * Build and configure cloud infrastructure, identity management, security controls, networking, and baseline configurations aligned with federal security requirements. * Plan and execute phased application migrations while validating functionality, performance, and security throughout each stage. * Lead production cut-over activities and oversee the transition from legacy environments, including system decommissioning where appropriate. * Establish governance processes including change management, application on-boarding, configuration management, and operational standards. * Configure Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Sentinel, and related monitoring capabilities to support operational visibility and security monitoring. * Design and implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery. * Lead technical design reviews, architecture discussions, and Change Control Board (CCB) activities. * Serve as the senior technical advisor to program leadership on cloud architecture, modernization strategy, operational processes, and long-term sustainment. * Provide ongoing engineering support, optimization, and maintenance for the production cloud environment. ## Related Videos - [Best Practices for Using GitHub Secrets](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1214-best-practices-for-using-github-secrets) - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [JavaScript? No. Java Scripts! - Scripting with Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2094-javascript-no-java-scripts-scripting-with-java) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)