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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Engineer Analyst - Azure Cloud Migration & Modernizati - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Beltsville, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **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, Cyber Threat Analysis, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Data Analytics, Bicep, Microsoft Sentinel, CIS Benchmarks, Code Restructuring, Key Vault, Databricks, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9062835/principal-engineer-analyst-azure-cloud-migration-modernizati ## 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 Encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support for Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Cyber and Technology Security Directorate in three key offices/functional areas: Cyber Monitoring and Operations, Cyber Threat and Investigations, and Technology Innovation and Engineering State., Peraton is currently seeking to hire an experienced Principal Engineer Analyst - Azure Cloud Migration & Modernization, * 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 - [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? 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