Yogesh Y.

Cyber Security Architect | Microsoft Security Stack Expert | SOC Lead | 10+ Yrs Microsoft-focused Security Architect with 10+ years of experience designing and leading secure cloud operations using the full Microsoft security ecosystem. Proven track record in building and maturing SOC environments with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR suite, and Microsoft Purview. 🎯 Highlights: - Transformed SOCs using Microsoft Sentinel + Defender XDR - Architected and operated SOCs using Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR), Log Analytics, and Logic Apps - Designed advanced threat detection, automation playbooks, and custom Sentinel workbooks - Led implementation of Microsoft Defender XDR (M365D, MDE, MDI, MDO, MDC, MDCA) across hybrid environments - Delivered robust CSPM using Defender for Cloud, Secure Score, and Microsoft security recommendations - Strengthened identity security via Entra ID Protection, PIM, Conditional Access, and Passwordless strategies - Integrated Microsoft Threat Intelligence, Graph Security API, and external TI feeds for enriched detection - Enhanced compliance posture using Microsoft Purview, DLP, Insider Risk, and Audit solutions 🧠 Tools & Tech: - SIEM/SOAR: Microsoft Sentinel, Log Analytics, Azure Monitor, Workbooks, Logic Apps - XDR: M365 Defender, Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps, Cloud - CSPM: Defender for Cloud, Secure Score, Microsoft Recommendations - Identity: Entra ID Protection, PIM, Conditional Access, MFA, Passwordless Auth - Compliance: Microsoft Purview, DLP, IRM, Audit Logs, eDiscovery - Threat Intel: Microsoft TI, Graph Security API, TI Feeds in Sentinel - Device Security: Intune, Autopilot, Endpoint Manager Let’s connect if you need a cloud-native security expert to design, operate, or enhance your Security Operations Center or protect your cloud infrastructure.