Ensuring secure, compliant, and resilient collaboration in hybrid M365 and Azure environments.

With a comprehensive understanding of security and governance concepts, Serge Elson supports organizations in establishing a secure collaborative environment that aligns with modern security principles. While not a dedicated Security Engineer, Serge leverages a solid foundation in security practices to enhance the resilience and compliance of M365 and Azure solutions.

• Zero Trust Principles: Familiar with Zero Trust Architecture, Serge advocates for strict identity verification and minimal trust boundaries across both cloud and on-premises systems. By enforcing least-privilege access and regularly reviewing permissions, he helps organizations maintain robust security against unauthorized access.
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• Hub-and-Spoke Network Architecture: Serge is proficient in the Hub-and-Spoke model for structuring network security, particularly useful in hybrid environments. This architecture centralizes security controls in a hub network, managing traffic flow and access to resources efficiently, especially in distributed or multi-region setups.
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• Network Security Groups (NSGs): Knowledgeable in configuring NSGs to control traffic flow at both the subnet and network interface levels. Serge uses NSGs to enforce security rules, helping to segment resources within a virtual network and protect against unauthorized access.
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• Web Application Proxy (WAP) and Load Balancer: Experienced in the concepts of WAP for publishing applications securely, as well as Azure Load Balancer for distributing traffic across resources. Serge’s familiarity with these tools supports secure, efficient access to applications, enabling high availability and secure connectivity for collaborative workloads.
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• Data Governance and Compliance: While not a compliance specialist, Serge applies data governance practices to ensure that M365 environments align with regulatory standards. He uses Azure Policy and Compliance Manager to help organizations enforce data residency, retention, and protection policies, safeguarding sensitive information in collaborative settings.
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• Security Monitoring and Incident Response: Serge is familiar with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to oversee security events, analyze logs, and detect potential threats. Although not a full-time security analyst, he supports basic incident response workflows, helping organizations stay proactive about security in a collaborative context.
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Through his understanding of essential security and governance practices, Serge supports organizations in creating a secure, compliant, and collaborative digital workplace. His knowledge of Azure security tools and concepts, combined with a focus on Zero Trust and governance, helps to maintain resilient environments that align with modern security standards.