Microsoft .NET and AWS Cloud Modernization

I’m a 'cleared active secret' principal engineer focused on one thing: helping federal teams and prime contractors modernize .NET and SQL Server systems without putting the mission at risk.

I bridge legacy enterprise code and AWS-native architectures, translating modernization work into clear, low-drama steps that fit real constraints—contracts, compliance, and people.

 

Joe Laake Modernization Services

Modernize .NET systems without rewrites or downtime.

I help federal teams and prime contractors incrementally upgrade legacy .NET and SQL Server systems onto AWS— while the mission stays online and the code stays understandable.

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.NET & C# SQL Server AWS Incremental modernization

The problems I’m built to solve

For federal teams

  • Critical .NET apps stuck on .NET Framework and on-prem SQL Server.
  • Security and audit findings piling up on legacy systems.
  • No one wants to touch the code, but the mission can’t tolerate downtime.
  • Pressure to “move to the cloud” without a safe, incremental path.

For prime contractors

  • Legacy-heavy work inside fixed-scope contracts that needs a modernization specialist.
  • Bridging old .NET and database code with AWS-native architectures.
  • Need a principal engineer who can talk to both developers and federal stakeholders.
  • Desire to de-risk modernization tasks without bloating the core team.

Modernization without big-bang rewrites

My work is built around one idea: keep the mission running while we make the system better, one safe step at a time.

1. Assess

Inventory the application, dependencies, and risks. Identify what can move, what must stay put, and where modernization delivers the most value with the least disruption.

2. Increment

Apply strangler patterns and targeted refactors to modernize features, endpoints, and data access in slices—backed by tests, observability, and rollback paths.

3. Stabilize

Tune performance, harden security, and right-size infrastructure on AWS. Leave behind a system that’s easier to maintain, extend, and operate.

Want to see how this applies to your system? Book a modernization review.

Signature modernization services

Modernization Sprint (2–4 weeks)

For federal teams and primes with a specific legacy pain point.

We pick one critical slice of your .NET system and modernize it end-to-end: code, data access, deployment, and observability.

  • Before/after architecture and code changes.
  • Deployment and rollback plan.
  • Risk notes and next-step recommendations.

.NET to AWS Readiness

For teams planning a move to AWS or hybrid cloud.

A focused assessment of your .NET and SQL Server estate with a practical roadmap for moving safely toward AWS.

  • Application and database inventory.
  • Target AWS architecture options.
  • Phased migration and modernization plan.

Legacy Safety Net

For owners of “can’t-fail” legacy applications.

Stabilize, monitor, and incrementally improve critical systems so they stop being a constant source of risk and firefighting.

  • Monitoring and alerting baseline.
  • Performance and reliability improvements.
  • Prioritized backlog of modernization work.

Teaming with prime contractors

I partner with prime contractors who need a senior .NET and AWS modernization specialist to de-risk legacy-heavy work on federal programs.

  • Role: Principal engineer / modernization lead embedded in your team.
  • Strengths: Incremental modernization, strangler patterns, legacy stabilization, and clear communication with stakeholders.
  • Fit: .NET and SQL Server systems moving toward AWS or hybrid architectures.
  • Engagement: Sprints, specific work packages, or ongoing modernization leadership.
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About Joe Laake

I have worked with SPACE COMMAND, NORAD, ARMY FUTURES, USMC & NAVY DHA, Centers For Disease Control NIOSH.

  • Implemented AGILE for ARMY FUTURES and NAVY DHA
  • Full tech refresh with NORAD - Cheyenne Mtn.(Virtual Box, Blades, SQL, etc.)
  • Complete SDLC for Peterson AFB .Net MVC application from birth to delivery on SIPRnet. (RMF, ATO, CDRL's, DISA Stig, App and Db)
  • One off applications for CDC using .NET MVC, WebForms, WinForms
  • Rearchitecture for the USMC SF-86 utilizing Blazor Hybrid with SQLlite for Internet connection outage

Certifications
.NET & C# & Classic ASP & VB.NET SQL Server; Incremental modernization; Cloud migration; CompTia Security+ (SY0-501); MCPD - Web Developer 4; MCPD - Microsoft Certified Professional Developer; MCTS - .Net Framework, Web Applications; MCTS - .Net Framework, Data Access; MCTS - .Net Framework, Service Communication Applications; MCTS - Azure Fundamentals; AWS - Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (SAA-C03)
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Capability Statement

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JOE LAAKE MODERNIZATION SERVICES, LLC
modernizing .net and aws systems for federal missions
1935 Bashley Rd
Monument, CO 80132
Phone: (719) 257-3587
Email: joelaake@gmail.com
Website: joelaake.com
UEI: Y86PPLBN4HK9
CAGE Code: 1A6P7
Entity Status: Active (SAM.gov)
Registration Expiration: March 9, 2027

Capability Statement

Core Competencies

  • .NET modernization and incremental legacy upgrades
  • AWS cloud migration and optimization
  • Secure, maintainable enterprise application development
  • Blazor Server SPA development
  • Federal micro-purchase and small-business aligned delivery

Differentiators

  • Rare dual expertise in .NET and AWS
  • Incremental modernization approach
  • Solo founder with 15+ years of hands-on engineering
  • Clear, business-friendly communication
  • Productized modernization packages
  • Security-first engineering

Past Performance / Representative Experience

  • Led modernization of enterprise .NET applications
  • Designed and deployed AWS infrastructure
  • Migrated legacy systems to cloud-native architectures
  • Built Blazor Server SPAs
  • Delivered modernization roadmaps and technical assessments

NAICS Codes

  • 541511 – Custom Computer Programming Services
  • 541512 – Computer Systems Design Services
  • 541513 – Computer Facilities Management Services
  • 541519 – Other Computer Related Services
  • 518210 – Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting

Company Overview

Joe Laake Modernization Services, LLC is a Colorado-based small business specializing in .NET modernization, AWS cloud migration, and incremental legacy system upgrades. The company delivers secure, maintainable, and mission-aligned modernization outcomes without the risk of full rewrites.

Contact

Joe Laake, Founder & Principal Engineer

Phone: (719) 257-3587

Email: joelaake@gmail.com

Website: joelaake.com

Address: 1935 Bashley Rd, Monument, CO 80132

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Tell me what you’re working on and I’ll ask a few questions about your system and goals, then share how I can help. Whether you’re a federal team or a prime, this is the same starting point.

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