Professional Summary
Analytical and detail-oriented Cloud and Information Security Engineer with 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity incident management, incident response, and risk mitigation. Skilled in API integration, identity & access management (IAM), and security policy development. Adept in firewall management, data loss prevention, and compliance auditing.
Core Qualifications
- Identity & Access Management: IAM, Azure AD, RBAC, ABAC, Pass through Authentication, SSO, PIM, Identity Protection, MDM, MAM
- Monitoring & Compliance: Azure Monitor, SIEM (Sentinel), Cloud App Management, Microsoft Purview, Information Management, Azure Security Center, M365 DLP.
- Cloud & Security: Microsoft Defender (Defender for Cloud, Defender for Endpoint, Identity, MDCA, Office 365), Azure ATP, Azure Arc, CASB, DDOS Protection, Firewall Protection
- Data & API Management: Azure Storage account, Logic Apps, Event Grid, Azure, Functions
- Frameworks: MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, Zero Trust Architecture
Certifications
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) –
- M365 Security Administrator (MS-500
- Identity & Access Administrator (SC-300)
- CompTIA Security+
- Barracuda CloudGen Firewall (CGF01)
Experience
MSP (2023-Present)
System Onboarding Engineer
- Led hybrid cloud and on-premise infrastructure management, focusing on seamless integration and centralized control of security and system policies.
- Deployed and maintained Microsoft Defender XDR suite (Endpoint, Cloud Apps, Identity, and Office 365), contributing to both endpoint protection and cloud compliance.
- Conducted system-level administration tasks, including patching, monitoring, and performance tuning across Azure and Windows Server environments.
- Designed and implemented secure Active Directory integrations with Azure AD for hybrid identity lifecycle management and role-based access control.
- Built out Microsoft Defender for Cloud configurations to enforce system health baselines for both cloud and on-prem workloads.
- Developed automation scripts and KQL queries to optimize alert management and system diagnostics across hybrid environments.
- Collaborated with SOC and infrastructure teams for threat resolution and system hardening, allocating role to active security support and incident response.
- Oversaw DLP implementation and secure system policy enforcement via Microsoft Purview and Azure Security Center.
- Performed vulnerability and patch management of mixed environment systems, focusing on endpoint security and compliance.
IT Company for Medical Industry (2021-2023)
Azure Cloud Analyst
- Provided advanced application support and Cloud administration across Azure, Microsoft 365, and Windows Server ecosystems.
- Monitored system health and performance via Azure Security Center and Microsoft 365 Defender, ensuring SLA compliance and real-time alert response.
- Led Windows Server configurations, including GPOs, patching, and service deployments in hybrid environments.
- Collaborated with internal teams and vendors to troubleshoot and optimize enterprise-level applications, including deployment and patch rollout strategies.
- Supported endpoint configuration management and on-premises resource integration with cloud-based services.
- Created documentation and KBs for recurring system administration and support workflows.
- Automated system monitoring and alert routing using Microsoft Sentinel and Azure Monitor.
- Assisted in implementing Zero Trust policies while maintaining operational performance for cloud-based applications.
Staffing Company (2017-2021)
System Administrator
- Administered legacy and hybrid cloud systems, including Windows and Linux servers, ensuring consistent uptime and secure access.
- Led support for Windows Server infrastructure, including AD management, DHCP, DNS, and on-premises file systems.
- Participated in the design and maintenance of cloud-integrated VPNs, hybrid storage, and endpoint security platforms.
- Performed system imaging and deployments as part of enterprise migration and infrastructure refresh projects.
- Implemented robust patching and backup policies across physical and virtual environments.
- Conducted network troubleshooting, system tuning, and access control audits, ensuring security compliance.
- Supported ongoing transitions from on-prem systems to hybrid cloud models, contributing to IT modernization efforts.
- Delivered Tier 2/3 escalation support for infrastructure-related issues affecting hybrid systems
Education
- Bachelor of Science: Information Assurance and Security
