Welcome! I have a strong foundation in agile methodologies, project management, and organizational change management. I'm now focused on AI, Cloud, and Cyber technologies. I hold certifications such as Security+ AZ-900, SC-900, AI-900, and soon AZ-104. I have gained hands-on experience in enterprise-scale security architectures, Zero Trust frameworks, and DevSecOps automation.
This repository chronicles my professional development as I transition from technically adjacent project and program management roles to technically centric roles leveraging cutting edge Cloud, Cybersecurity, and AI technologies. It includes certifications, practical projects, and reflections, demonstrating my growth as a technologist and leader.
I aim to leverage my agile background and technical skills to establish myself as a trusted authority in Cloud, Cyber, and AI-driven solutions while championing the use of technology for social impact. I aim to contribute to forward-thinking organizations in a hybrid role, such as a Technical Program Manager, Project Manager, or Product Manager, where I can bridge leadership, strategy, and technical expertise to drive innovation. Through my portfolio, I demonstrate the delivery of secure, scalable, and compliant cloud solutions that align cloud security with business objectives.
| Certification | Status | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Prosci (Change Management) | ✅ Completed | Expertise in managing organizational change, essential for cloud and digital transformations. |
| PMP (Project Management Professional) | ✅ Completed | Industry-recognized for managing complex projects, including technical implementations. |
| PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) | ✅ Completed | Mastery of agile principles for iterative, scalable technical solutions. |
| Security+ (CompTIA Security+) | ✅ Completed | Validates core cybersecurity knowledge and foundational skills in security practices. |
| AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals) | ✅ Completed | Foundational knowledge of Azure cloud services, critical for advanced cloud roles. |
| SC-900 (Security, Compliance, and Identity) | ✅ Completed | Baseline knowledge of security and compliance principles. |
| AI-900 (Azure AI Fundamentals) | ✅ Completed | Foundational knowledge of AI and ML concepts, essential for ethical and impactful AI development. |
| AZ-104 (Azure Administrator) | ⏳ In Progress | Implementation, management, and monitoring of Azure systems. |
| AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer) | 🟡 Planned | Advanced knowledge of Azure security, governance, and compliance. |
| AZ-305 (Azure Security Engineer) | 🟡 Planned | Design secure, scalable, and compliant cloud architectures. |
| Skill | Business Value | Key Tools |
|---|---|---|
| SIEM Implementation and Log Analysis Using Azure Sentinel | Provides real-time threat detection and automates incident response, reducing response times and improving security insights. | Azure Sentinel, Log Analytics, Playbooks |
| Microsoft Defender for Cloud | Mitigates threats before they escalate, reducing risk exposure and improving security posture across cloud environments. | Microsoft Defender, Azure Security Center |
| Data Governance and Compliance with Microsoft Policy | Ensures compliance with industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2) by enhancing visibility and control over sensitive data. | Azure Policy, ARM Templates, Azure Policy |
| Key Vault - Always Encrypted | This lab demonstrates how to enhance data security and compliance by integrating Azure Key Vault with Always Encrypted in Azure SQL, ensuring sensitive data remains protected from unauthorized access, even from database administrators. | Azure Key Vault, Azure SQL Database, ARM Templates, SQL Management Tool, Azure Portal |
| Role-Based Access with Microsoft Entra | Enhances security by enforcing the principle of least privilege, ensuring appropriate access control across cloud systems. | Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC |
| Azure Firewall Install | Centralizes and automates network traffic protection across Azure environments. Implementing robust security controls like application and network rules helps organizations enforce compliance, reduce risks, and ensure secure connectivity for critical resources. | Azure Firewall, ARM Templates, Azure Portal, Azure Route Tables, Test Virtual Machine, Azure DNS |