M365 Solutions Architect
About Candidate
Introduction:
Microsoft 365 Security Consultant with 7 years of experience in cloud security, messaging systems, and IT consulting. Expertise in Microsoft 365 Security, Exchange Online, Exchange Hybrid, Defender for Office 365, Microsoft Purview, and compliance solutions. Provided technical support for critical incidents, troubleshooting mail flow, migrations, and security compliance issues. Led consulting engagements, enabling partners to improve security adoption, compliance, and Microsoft 365 deployment. Specialized in proactive threat detection, security policy implementation, and data lifecycle management. Managed Exchange hybrid environments, automation processes, and early-release testing for Office 365 applications. Conducted workshops and assessments on security best practices for Microsoft customers and partners. Experienced in eDiscovery, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Information Protection, and endpoint security. Worked closely with enterprise clients to enhance security, email protection, and compliance frameworks. Adept at optimizing messaging systems, supporting hybrid environments, and streamlining IT operations.
Responsibilities:
- Provided Level 3 support for Exchange Online, Exchange Hybrid, and Microsoft 365 security solutions.
- Troubleshot mail flow, SMTP relay, email recovery, mailbox provisioning, and protection issues.
- Implemented Microsoft Purview solutions, including Information Protection, eDiscovery, and Data Loss Prevention.
- Managed Defender for Office 365 and Defender for Endpoint to strengthen security postures.
- Led consulting workshops, assessments, and security advisory services for Microsoft partners and enterprises.
- Conducted Exchange Hybrid migrations, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal downtime.
- Developed and enforced compliance policies related to data retention, audit logs, and email security.
- Automated processes using PowerShell to improve messaging and security operations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to optimize Microsoft 365 adoption and enhance security frameworks.
- Monitored and proactively improved Exchange environments, handling escalated security and compliance cases.