Microsoft 365 & Cloud Services
Expert cloud migration and Microsoft 365 administration on Microsoft 365 Commercial and GCC High environments.
Microsoft GCC High for Defense Contractors
Comprehensive Cloud Services for Microsoft 365 Commercial & GCC High
From migration planning to ongoing administration, we handle every aspect of your cloud journey.
Microsoft 365 Administration
Complete administration and optimization of your Microsoft 365 environment
- User provisioning and offboarding automation
- License optimization and cost management
- Security configuration (MFA, conditional access, DLP)
- Email security (anti-spam, anti-phishing, encryption)
- Compliance configuration (retention policies, eDiscovery)
- Monthly Microsoft 365 health reports
Cloud Migration Services
Seamless migration from on-premises or Google Workspaces to Microsoft 365 and/or Azure
- Pre-migration assessment and planning
- Email migration (Exchange to Microsoft 365)
- File server migration (to SharePoint/OneDrive)
- Application migration (on-prem to Azure/AWS)
- Minimal downtime migration scheduling
- Post-migration validation and optimization
Email Security & Compliance
Advanced email protection beyond Microsoft's default security
- Advanced threat protection (ATP) configuration
- Email encryption for sensitive data
- Anti-phishing and spoofing protection
- DMARC, SPF, and DKIM configuration
- Email retention and archiving (compliance)
- Email security awareness training
SharePoint & Teams Deployment
Design and deploy collaboration platforms that your team will actually use
- SharePoint site architecture and design
- Microsoft Teams deployment and governance
- Document management and workflow automation
- Intranet design and implementation
- User adoption training and support
- Ongoing governance and optimization
Cloud Backup & Disaster Recovery
Protect your cloud data with enterprise-grade backup solutions
- Microsoft 365 data backup (email, SharePoint, OneDrive)
- Point-in-time recovery for deleted data
- Ransomware recovery capabilities
- Azure VM backup and replication
- Disaster recovery planning and testing
- Cloud-to-cloud backup
Hybrid Cloud & Azure Services
Integrate on-premises infrastructure with cloud services
- Azure Active Directory (AAD) integration
- Hybrid Exchange configuration
- Azure Virtual Desktop deployment
- Azure cost optimization and monitoring
Why Choose BomberJacket for Cloud Services?
Not all cloud providers are created equal. We bring security expertise and compliance rigor to every cloud deployment.
Microsoft Partner & C3PAO Authority
We're a Microsoft Partner with deep expertise in secure cloud deployments - including configurations that meet CMMC, HIPAA, and other compliance frameworks.
Security-First Cloud Architecture
Every cloud deployment is designed with security at the foundation - not bolted on later. We implement zero-trust principles from day one.
Minimal Downtime Migrations
Our migration methodology ensures business continuity. Most email migrations happen overnight with zero user downtime.
License Optimization Expertise
We regularly save clients 20-30% on Microsoft 365 licenses by right-sizing plans and eliminating unused features. Pay only for what you need.
Cloud Platforms We Support
Expert support across all major cloud platforms - we'll help you choose the right fit for your business.
Microsoft 365
Email, Office apps, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive
- Enterprise E3/E5 licensing
Comprehensive license management and optimization for Microsoft 365 Business, E3, E5, and GCC High plans with cost-saving recommendations.
- Security & compliance configuration
Full-spectrum security hardening including NIST 800-171 controls, CMMC requirements, and industry-specific compliance frameworks.
- Advanced threat protection
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 configuration to block phishing, ransomware, and business email compromise attacks targeting defense contractors.
- License optimization
Regular audits to eliminate unused licenses and right-size plans, typically saving defense contractors 20-30% on Microsoft 365 costs.
- SharePoint & Teams governance
Access controls, guest policies, and CUI handling procedures for secure collaboration with subcontractors and government agencies.
- Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Advanced email security with safe links, safe attachments, and anti-phishing policies tailored to defense contractor threat profiles.
- Data loss prevention (DLP)
Automated policies to prevent CUI and ITAR-controlled information from leaving your Microsoft 365 environment via email, Teams, or file sharing.
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Passwordless and MFA enforcement using Microsoft Authenticator, FIDO2 keys, or smart cards to meet CMMC authentication requirements.
Microsoft Azure
Virtual machines, databases, storage, and PaaS services
- Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
Secure remote work solution with GCC High support for defense contractors, enabling BYOD while maintaining CMMC compliance.
- Azure AD B2B/B2C
Guest access and partner collaboration controls to securely share resources with subcontractors without exposing internal networks.
- Cost optimization
Azure reservations, right-sizing, and resource tagging to reduce cloud spending by 30-50% while maintaining performance and compliance.
- Azure Backup & Site Recovery
Automated backup and disaster recovery for virtual machines, databases, and applications with CMMC-compliant retention policies.
- Azure Monitor & Log Analytics
Centralized logging and performance monitoring for all Azure resources with 90-day+ retention for CMMC audit evidence.
- Azure Security Center
Cloud security posture management (CSPM) with continuous assessment against NIST 800-171 and CIS Azure benchmarks.
- Microsoft Intune (endpoint & mobile device management)
Cloud-based device management for laptops, tablets, and smartphones with compliance checks, encryption enforcement, and remote wipe capabilities.
- Microsoft Sentinel (cloud-native SIEM)
Security information and event management platform for advanced threat detection, incident response, and 24/7 SOC monitoring of Microsoft 365 and Azure environments.
- Conditional Access (risk-based identity protection)
Intelligent access policies that evaluate user, device, location, and application risk to enforce MFA, block risky sign-ins, and prevent account compromise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a Microsoft 365 migration take for defense contractors?
Timeline depends on your organization size, data volume, and CMMC requirements. We follow a phased approach starting with assessment and planning, followed by infrastructure setup, data migration, security configuration, and user training. For Microsoft GCC High migrations with CMMC Level 2 requirements, additional time is needed for security configuration, compliance validation, and CUI data classification. Our methodology ensures minimal disruption with staged user cutover so business operations continue uninterrupted throughout the migration process.
What's the difference between Microsoft 365 Commercial and GCC High?
Microsoft 365 Commercial is the standard cloud environment for businesses. Microsoft GCC (Government Community Cloud) is a FedRAMP Moderate environment suitable for most CMMC Level 2 compliance needs. Microsoft GCC High is a FedRAMP High authorized environment required for defense contractors handling CUI with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) requirements or military sales to foreign countries. GCC High includes enhanced security controls, U.S.-only data residency guarantees, and screened Microsoft personnel. While GCC is sufficient for most defense contractors pursuing CMMC Level 2 certification, GCC High becomes mandatory when contracts involve export-controlled technical data or sensitive defense articles under ITAR.
Will we lose any data during migration?
No. We use enterprise-grade migration tools that ensure 100% data fidelity with full audit trails. Before migration, we create encrypted backups of all existing data (emails, files, SharePoint sites). After migration, we validate data integrity through automated checksums and manual spot-checks. For defense contractors with CUI, we implement additional verification steps to ensure no classified or sensitive data is lost or corrupted. In the rare event of an issue, we can roll back or re-migrate specific users without data loss.
How much does Microsoft GCC High cost compared to commercial Microsoft 365?
Both Microsoft GCC and GCC High require annual subscriptions (no month-to-month) and cost significantly more than commercial Microsoft 365 plans. GCC (suitable for most CMMC Level 2 contractors) typically costs 1.5-2x commercial rates, while GCC High (required for ITAR or foreign military sales) costs approximately 2-3x commercial rates. When government cloud environments are mandated by contract requirements (CMMC Level 2, ITAR, or DoD regulations), defense contractors can include these increased costs as allowable expenses when billing government contracts. We help you determine whether your contracts require GCC or GCC High, understand the full cost impact including migration and licensing, and optimize your license allocation for cost efficiency.
Do you provide training for our team after migration?
Yes. GCC High operates just like standard Microsoft 365 products, so training requirements are minimal for users familiar with Microsoft tools. We provide focused training on: (1) Key differences in GCC High environment access and authentication, (2) CUI handling procedures within Microsoft 365, (3) Security features specific to defense contractor compliance (DLP, encryption, classification labels), (4) Administrator training for security configuration and user management. Training is typically delivered through brief orientation sessions, quick-reference guides, and on-demand support rather than extensive classroom instruction since the user experience mirrors commercial Microsoft 365.
What happens to our existing email addresses during migration?
Your email addresses stay exactly the same. We configure your domain (example: yourcompany.com) to work seamlessly with Microsoft 365. Users keep their existing email addresses, and external contacts won't notice any change. For defense contractors, we also configure DMARC, SPF, and DKIM records to prevent email spoofing - a common attack vector targeting government contractors. The entire DNS cutover typically happens overnight with zero downtime.
Can you migrate our email from Google Workspace or on-premises Exchange?
Yes. We regularly migrate from Google Workspace, on-premises Exchange (2010-2019), GoDaddy, Rackspace, and other email providers to Microsoft 365. Our migration tools support emails, calendars, contacts, and drive files. For defense contractors with existing CUI in Google Workspace or on-premises systems, we implement special handling procedures to ensure CUI is properly classified, encrypted during transit, and lands in a CMMC-compliant GCC High environment.
What security features are included in Microsoft 365 GCC High?
Microsoft GCC High includes all commercial security features plus government-grade enhancements: Multi-factor authentication (MFA), Conditional Access policies based on user/device/location risk, Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to prevent CUI leakage, Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (advanced phishing/ransomware protection), Microsoft Purview for compliance and eDiscovery, Azure Information Protection for document classification and encryption, Microsoft Sentinel for SIEM and threat detection. For CMMC Level 2, we configure these tools to meet all 110 NIST 800-171 controls.
How do you handle our existing on-premises servers and legacy applications?
We evaluate each application and server individually. Options include: (1) Lift-and-shift to Azure Virtual Machines for legacy apps that can't be refactored, (2) Hybrid configuration using Azure Arc for applications that must stay on-premises but need cloud connectivity, (3) Application modernization to Azure PaaS services (Azure SQL, Azure Web Apps) for better performance and lower cost, (4) Retirement of redundant systems (many on-premises file servers can be replaced by SharePoint/OneDrive). For defense contractors, we ensure all Azure resources supporting CUI are deployed in Azure Government regions with appropriate CMMC controls.
Do you provide ongoing support after migration, or is this a one-time project?
We don't offer standalone project-only services. Our approach is based on ongoing managed service partnerships where Microsoft 365 and cloud migrations are included as part of your comprehensive IT support package. For our contracted customers, project work like migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and compliance initiatives are built into your service agreement at no additional project fees - your pricing remains stable and predictable. This model ensures continuity of support, maintains compliance posture, and provides you with a long-term partner invested in your success rather than a vendor looking for the next project sale.
Ongoing Support & Monitoring
Cloud migration is just the beginning. Our proactive monitoring and 24/7 support ensure your Microsoft 365 and Azure environments stay secure, compliant, and optimized.
24/7 Security Monitoring
- Microsoft Sentinel SIEM monitoring for threat detection
- Conditional Access policy enforcement and alerts
- Device compliance verification - non-compliant devices blocked from network access
- Azure Security Center continuous compliance checks
- Automated incident response for critical security events
- Monthly security posture reports with actionable recommendations
- Comprehensive audit trails and documentation for all security events
Proactive Maintenance
- Microsoft 365 license optimization and rightsizing
- Azure cost management with budget alerts and savings recommendations
- Performance tuning for Azure workloads and databases
- Quarterly cloud architecture reviews and optimization plans
- Automated patching and update management for Azure VMs
- Detailed change logs and maintenance records for compliance audits
For Defense Contractors: CMMC-Aligned Continuous Monitoring
Our GCC High monitoring services are specifically designed for CMMC Level 2 compliance. We provide continuous assessment of NIST 800-171 controls, automated audit log collection, and quarterly compliance reports to support your C3PAO assessment. Our monitoring dashboards give you real-time visibility into your security posture, ensuring you're always assessment-ready.
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