Microsoft Security Architect | SOC & Cloud Security Specialist (SC-100, SC-200)
I help organisations design, implement, and operate secure Microsoft environments across Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid infrastructures, from architecture through 24×7 SOC operations.
I currently lead security engineering initiatives as Assistant Manager at KPMG International, where I've driven SIEM migration and endpoint modernisation across 70,000+ endpoints and 118+ countries, alongside ongoing work as a Senior SOC Analyst / Security Engineer supporting a global enterprise GSOC.
If your goal is to move from reactive IT to structured, security-first architecture, or you need hands-on SOC/detection engineering support. I can help.
What I Deliver:
🔐 Microsoft Security Architecture & Hardening
Security design across M365, Azure, and hybrid environments aligned to Zero Trust principles.
🛡 Defender XDR & Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR)
Deployment, optimisation, detection engineering, KQL analytics rules, automation playbooks, and threat hunting, including large-scale SIEM migrations (RSA NetWitness → Sentinel, or any other Cloud Provider).
📱 Endpoint & Device Security (Intune + Defender for Endpoint)
Secure device onboarding, compliance policies, ASR tuning, EDR optimisation, proven at 70,000+ endpoint scale.
🔑 Identity & Access Management (Entra ID / Azure AD / AD)
Conditional Access design, MFA strategy, identity protection, privileged access governance, Active Directory hardening.
📋 Data Governance & Compliance (Microsoft Purview)
Sensitivity labels, DLP across Exchange/SharePoint/Teams, information protection, and regulatory alignment (GDPR, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOC 2).
☁ Cloud Security & Compliance
Defender for Cloud, Defender for M365, Cloud Apps, secure configuration baselines, multi-cloud exposure (Azure, AWS, GCP).
🔄 M365 & Azure Migrations (Secure by Design)
Tenant migrations, GoDaddy defederation, domain transitions, license restructuring, secure cutovers, zero data loss planning.
📊 Security Assessments & Gap Analysis
Technical posture reviews, misconfiguration discovery, licensing optimisation, roadmap creation.
🖥 Managed Detection & Response Enablement
Helping organisations build or optimise 24×7 monitoring capabilities, including SIEM integration and alert triage workflows.
Why Clients Work With Me
✔ I combine architecture-level thinking with hands-on engineering execution
✔ Track record of measurable impact, 76% reduction in manual security workflows, 50%+ log ingestion cost savings
✔ I understand both enterprise SOC environments and SMB constraints
✔ I prioritise clarity, documentation, and structured delivery
✔ Currently active in live enterprise SOC operations, not just theory
Cyber incidents are expensive. Poorly configured security is even more expensive.
The goal is not to buy more tools. It's to configure them correctly.
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Windows
Office 365
Python
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Data Entry
Cybersecurity Management
Cybersecurity Monitoring
Technical Support
Power Query
Scripting
Palo Alto Firewalls
ServiceNow
Cybersecurity Tool
Muhammad Umair A.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
$75/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I build and secure cloud environments Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and Oracle Cloud for regulated enterprises across US, UK & GCC. Banking, healthcare, real estate, insurance, government. 12 years of this, 5 years in banking.
150+ cloud and hybrid projects: AD migrations, M365 rollouts, workload migrations across Azure, AWS, and Oracle Cloud. 90,000+ users migrated across AD and M365. 15,000+ endpoints secured with Intune.
Most of my work is fixing what somebody else started, then expanding it into something that actually holds together.
WHERE CLIENTS CALL ME IN:
- AD forest and Exchange hybrid migrations stalling on public folders, shared mailboxes, or mail flow coexistence
- Tenant-to-tenant migrations stuck at 60% licensing, mail flow, and device cutover not sequenced
- Defender deployments generating 400 low-fidelity alerts daily instead of catching real threats
- Conditional Access rollouts that broke legacy apps and got rolled back
- Entra ID migrations where Hybrid Join looked healthy but SSO silently failed for 30% of users
- Azure AD Connect sync bleeding duplicate objects after a merger, nobody willing to touch the attribute flow
- AWS and Oracle Cloud alongside Microsoft infrastructure no unified identity, no security baseline, IAM policies nobody documented
RECENT ENGAGEMENTS:
- Hybrid identity and M365 E5 rollout for a 2,500-user fintech and banking group, UAE and KSA: AD forest cleanup, Entra ID Conditional Access, PIM, MFA, Defender XDR, Intune, Autopilot for Windows, Apple Business Manager for iOS and macOS corporate and BYOD separation, zero-touch provisioning, delivered against PCI-DSS, SAMA, and NCA ECC.
- HIPAA-aligned M365 + Intune + Defender rollout for a 1,200-user healthcare group:
Apple Business Manager, Autopilot, Conditional Access, MFA, SSO, DLP
- AD + Exchange hybrid to Exchange Online for a regional insurance group:
Mailbox cutover, public folder decommission, mail flow coexistence, SPF/DKIM/DMARC rebuild
- Tenant-to-tenant migration with Oracle Cloud integration for a 600-user UAE holding:
Entra ID, Intune, Defender, licensing reconciliation, zero-downtime cutover
- Zero Trust identity and GPO lifecycle framework for a SAMA-regulated bank:
Conditional Access, PIM, break-glass, policy decomposition, baseline rebuild, audit-ready docs
- Multi-tenant MSP security baseline across 5-10 client tenants:
Defender for Business, Intune templates, GDAP cleanup, partner center hygiene
- M365 Copilot readiness and Purview baseline for a Gulf enterprise:
Sensitivity labels, SharePoint access governance, DLP guardrails before tenant-wide enablement
CORE SERVICE AREAS:
- Active Directory and hybrid identity: forest consolidations, GPO rationalization, Azure AD Connect, Hybrid Join, PTA/PHS, ADFS decommission
- Exchange and messaging: on-prem to Exchange Online, tenant-to-tenant, public folder migration, mail flow coexistence, SPF/DKIM/DMARC
- Azure: CAF landing zones, hub-and-spoke networking, Azure Policy, ExpressRoute, VPN
- AWS: multi-account landing zones, IAM Identity Center, VPC, Security Hub, GuardDuty, Control Tower
- Oracle Cloud: OCI IAM, tenancy design, Identity Domains, Entra ID integration
- M365 security and compliance: Defender XDR, Purview DLP, insider risk, sensitivity
labels, eDiscovery GDPR, UAE PDPL, ADGM, VARA, HIPAA, ISO 27001, NIST CSF
- Entra ID: Conditional Access, PIM, MFA, passwordless, B2B/B2C
- Sentinel and SOAR: KQL analytics, Logic App playbooks, threat hunting, SOC runbooks (25+ builds)
- Intune: Autopilot, compliance policies, BYOD, Apple Business Manager, Android Enterprise
- Copilot and AI: M365 Copilot readiness, Security Copilot, Azure OpenAI deployment
- MSP: GDAP, Lighthouse, per-tenant baselines, cross-tenant reporting
HOW I RUN AN ENGAGEMENT:
One-week discovery first: posture scan, identity inventory, licensing audit, policy review. What looks like a CA rollout is usually a CA rollout plus three legacy apps that break, a missing break-glass process, and an Intune compliance gap nobody noticed.
Scoping honestly up front is the difference between clean delivery and halfway through
and stuck.
Environments span Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and Oracle Cloud, often in combination. Compliance delivered: PCI-DSS, SAMA, NCA ECC, HIPAA, ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, NIST CSF, UAE PDPL.
𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒:
- Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- M365 Administrator Expert
- Microsoft Agentic AI Business Solutions Architect Expert
- Identity & Access Administrator
- Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
- AWS & OCI Solutions Architect Associate
- CompTIA Security+
Send me the details and I'll reply with a realistic scope and timeline. Happy to jump on a 30-minute call if that's easier.
𝐌𝐮𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐝 𝐔𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐀𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐦
𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 & 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 | 𝐀𝐳𝐮𝐫𝐞 | 𝐌𝟑𝟔𝟓 | 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐈𝐃 | 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞 | 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐗𝐃𝐑 | 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐥
Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft Azure
Office 365
Windows Server
Amazon Web Services
Cloud Migration
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft 365 Copilot
Cloud Security
Cybersecurity Management
Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Microsoft Power Automate
Single Sign-On
Cloud Architecture
Mobile Device Management
Information Security Consultation
Security Operation Center
Zero Trust Architecture
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Business Process Automation
Robinson Nasir N.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Hello! I’m an experienced IT Support Specialist and Cloud & Network Technician, certified by AWS, Google, and Cisco, with over 5 years of hands-on experience in providing comprehensive technical support, infrastructure maintenance, and digital transformation services.
I’ve worked in fast-paced environments across corporate, banking, engineering, and SaaS-based organizations, including reputable companies like AECOM (Dubai), Salesflo, and Dubai Islamic Bank. I bring a strong background in both remote and on-site IT support, handling everything from troubleshooting hardware/software issues to deploying and maintaining cloud and on-prem IT infrastructure.
💡 What I Offer
As your trusted freelance IT professional, I can help you with:
✅ Remote IT Support & Helpdesk Services
✅ Microsoft 365 (Teams, Exchange, OneDrive, SharePoint)
✅ Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Meet, Admin Console)
✅ AWS & Azure VM Deployment, S3, EC2, IAM Configuration
✅ Firewall Setup (Fortinet, pfSense, Palo Alto)
✅ Asset Management (CMDB, ServiceNow, ITIL Practices)
✅ MDM & Intune Setup for Mobile and Desktop Devices
✅ Network Configuration (LAN/WAN, Switches, Routers, VPN)
✅ Onboarding/Offboarding Automation & Identity Management
✅ IT Infrastructure Monitoring, Audit & Compliance Support
✅ VIP Support for Meetings, Events, and Executive Teams
🛠️ Technical Skills
Operating Systems: Windows Server, Windows 10/11, macOS
Cloud Platforms: AWS (Certified Cloud Practitioner), Microsoft Azure
IT Tools: ServiceNow, JAMF, Microsoft Intune, Apple Business Manager
Networking: Cisco/MikroTik Routers, Fortinet/Palo Alto Firewalls, Ubiquiti
Security: Endpoint Protection, MFA/SSO, VPN Configurations
Support Platforms: Zendesk, Jira, TeamViewer, AnyDesk, Remote Desktop
🎯 Certifications
✅ AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
✅ CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate
I am passionate about solving complex IT problems, optimizing systems for performance and security, and helping individuals and businesses run smoothly through reliable technology solutions.
Whether you’re a startup, SMB, or an enterprise, I can tailor my services to fit your unique needs.
Let’s work together to elevate your IT infrastructure and user experience!
📩 Send me a message – I’m ready to help!
Email: Robinson.nasir96@gmail.com
Phone: +971542460459 / +923052674014
Thanks
IT Asset Management
Network Engineering
Computing & Networking
Desktop & Laptop Support
IT Support
Microsoft 365 Copilot
Network Administration
Network Architecture
IT Infrastructure
Microsoft Active Directory
IT Procurement
IT Project Management
IT Compliance Audit
IT Consultation
Remote IT Management
Muhammad W.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
$45/hr
4.9
15 jobs
🌟 IT Specialist with Over 15 Years of Experience in IT 🌟
Hello there! 👋 I'm your trusted IT specialist, and I'm here to bring over a decade of expertise in IT to the table. 🖥️ Let's dive into what I can offer:
🔹 Proactive Maintenance and Monitoring: I've got your servers and workstations covered, ensuring they run smoothly. Plus, I handle backups and antivirus security patches like a pro.
🔹 System Installations: I design, coordinate, and supervise system installations, making sure everything runs seamlessly.
🌟 What Sets Me Apart 🌟
I'm not your average IT specialist. Here's why:
🔹 Multi-Tasking Guru: I excel at multitasking, and I'm a project management whiz. Handling multiple projects under pressure? No problem!
🔹 Innovative Problem Solver: I'm resourceful and results-focused. I love aligning technologies with an organization's performance needs, capabilities, and resources.
🔹 Technical Expertise: My skills cover technical architecture, security, system and network design, and administration. I'm also a top-notch problem solver with strong analytical skills. 💡
🔹 Training and Support: I'm passionate about creating engaging learning environments where employees thrive in the learning and development process.
Need help with any of the following? 🚀
🔹 IT Support
🔹 Help Desk
🔹 IT Specialist
🔹 Domain and Hosting setup and Migration
🔹 Services Desk
🔹 Desktop Support
🔹 Microsoft Office 365
🔹 Microsoft Exchange & SharePoint Administration
🔹 Email Migration and New Setup
🔹 Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) Migration to Office365
🔹 G Suite Migration
🔹 Google Workplace Migration & Setup
🔹 Google Business to O365 Migration
🔹 Setting up Google Workspace
🔹 Migrating G-Suite Accounts
🔹 Azure Active Directory
🔹 Hardware & Software Solutions
🔹 IT Technical & Customer Support
🔹 End-User Support
🔹 Network & System Configuration
🔹 Windows & Mac OS
🔹 Network Security
🔹 Application Support
🔹 Software/Hardware Installation & Configuration
🔹 Business Analysis
🔹 Technical Support
🔹 Client Relations
🔹 Microsoft Servers 2008/2012
🔹 GSuite to M365 Migration
🔹 Office 365 to Google Apps Migration
🔹Configuring Domain and Google Mail - G Suite Basic
🔹 Migrating Existing Siteground Email to New Google Email
🔹 Email O365 and IT Support
🌟 Technologies at My Fingertips 🌟
I'm well-versed in:
🔹MDM
🔹Intune
🔹SCCM
🔹Microsoft, O365
🔹Azure, AWS
🔹G Suite Administrator
🔹 Microsoft Exchange Server
🔹 DNS Configuration
🔹 Email Communication
🔹 Microsoft Outlook
🔹Windows
🔹Mac, IOS
🔹CyberSecuirty
🔹 Email Technical Support
🔹 Office 365
🔹 Google G Suite
🔹 Google Workspace
360 IT Expert: Your Ultimate IT Tech Support Solution 🔧💼
Ready to take your IT experience to the next level? Let's connect and get things done! 🚀🌐
Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Windows
macOS
Windows Server
IT Support
Windows Administration
Microsoft Azure Administration
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft SCCM
Remote IT Management
IT Infrastructure
Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Configuration Management
Anwar A.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
$50/hr
5.0
41 jobs
20+ years of IT Service/Project Management, System Administration, Automation experience building and supporting IT for Enterprise & SMB businesses in healthcare, hospitality, telecom and retail.
Here are some of the things I have done and can do very well for you:
- Streamline, optimize and automate your IT operations bringing you more bang for your bucks.
- Manage large scale IT projects with 1000s of WBS tasks and large teams.
- IT Security investigations and audits (BlueTeaming)
- IT Security Pentesting (RedTeaming)
- Windows and Linux installations, security and administration.
- Cloud infrastructure migrations and support (AWS/Azure/GCP/DigitalOcean/Linode/Private etc)
- Virtualization and Containerization setup and management
- Email and Collaboration systems management
- Storage and Backup implementations and support
- Setup, maintain and troubleshoot web hosting, CMS, DNS & CDNs.
- Set up, support. secure and troubleshoot wired or wireless networks.
- IP/Analog Telephony Support
- ERP/CRM/HRMS implementations
- Automation of tasks and processes using Python
- Installation and maintenance of a whole host of Open Source and Free systems.
A little more about me:
A certified geek.
Volunteered as a WebMaster for the UAE PMI chapter.
In my free time play CTFs.
Member of CTF team 0xff0000.
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