David B.

Rare Microsoft Certified Master (MCM) with 15+ years architecting secure, resilient Microsoft environments for mid-market and enterprise clients. I specialize in complex Microsoft 365 migrations and security transformations that most consultants avoid—multi-forest environments, regulatory compliance (HIPAA, CMMC, SOC 2), and hybrid infrastructure requiring deep Active Directory and Azure expertise Recent client results: Architected Zero Trust security framework for 800+ user organization, eliminating 94% of legacy security risks while maintaining user productivity Led M365 tenant-to-tenant migration for merger, completing 2,500 user migration with zero data loss and minimal downtime Implemented CIS v8-aligned security stack reducing cyber insurance premiums by 30% for financial services client Core expertise: Microsoft 365 Architecture: Complex migrations, hybrid identity (ADFS/Azure AD Connect), conditional access, DLP, compliance Cybersecurity: Zero Trust implementation, identity protection, EDR/XDR, SIEM integration, security baselines Infrastructure: Azure, on-premises Active Directory, disaster recovery, high availability design Compliance Frameworks: CIS v8, NIST, CMMC, HIPAA, SOC 2 Why senior IT leaders choose me: MCM certification (discontinued 2013, <100 worldwide hold this credential) First-time-right methodology reduces project timelines by 30-40% vs. trial-and-error approaches Enterprise-grade documentation ensuring knowledge transfer and supportability Proactive security posture preventing breaches vs. reacting to incidents I'm selective about projects and only take engagements where I can deliver measurable value. Ideal for organizations with 200+ users facing complex technical challenges requiring senior-level expertise. Let's discuss your specific challenge—I'll provide honest assessment of whether I'm the right fit and how I would approach solving it.