About Daniel
Security experience with a practical focus
My experience spans cloud architecture, technical consulting, security strategy and helping organisations securely adopt Microsoft technologies.
Security becomes useful when technical depth leads to clearer decisions and meaningful action.
About Cloud Unlocked
Why I created Cloud Unlocked
Cloud Unlocked is where I share practical guidance, technical insight and lessons from working across Microsoft Security.
The publication explores how organisations can protect their cloud environments, identities, data and AI systems while making better security decisions.
The objective is simple: make complex Microsoft Security topics easier to understand and help readers turn technical information into practical action.
What I write about
Microsoft Security, made practical
Cloud Unlocked covers security across the Microsoft ecosystem—from technical controls and architecture to governance, risk and leadership.
Topics will include Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Entra, Azure security, Security Copilot, AI security, Zero Trust and the wider challenges involved in building effective security capabilities.
Career and learning
Career journey
Core Security Manager
Moved into cybersecurity leadership, bringing together technical depth, security strategy and organisational priorities.
Microsoft Cloud & AI Solution Engineer
Worked with organisations on cloud architecture, technical solutions and the secure adoption of Microsoft technologies.
Microsoft Certified Trainer
Achieved MCT status, recognising the ability to communicate and teach Microsoft technologies.
Microsoft Solution Area Specialist
Focused on translating Microsoft solutions into clear business and technical outcomes for customers.
Transition into technology
Began a new professional chapter focused on cloud technology and the Microsoft ecosystem.
Credentials
Certifications
Professional certifications
EducationMBA · Master of Business Administration