Rana Usman🇬🇧
Microsoft Security Architect at Microsoft
About Rana Usman
Microsoft Security Architect at Microsoft
Hi, I'm Rana Usman Ahmad, a Microsoft Security Architect and Microsoft Certified Trainer based in the UK. Since 2013, I have worked across Microsoft infrastructure, Azure, Microsoft 365, security, compliance, and AI readiness, delivering 100+ enterprise, cloud, and security projects for organizations in financial services, government, healthcare, telecom, and the Microsoft partner ecosystem.
My hands-on expertise covers Entra ID, Defender XDR, Sentinel, Purview, Intune, Zero Trust architecture, and compliance frameworks like ISO 27001 and GDPR. I hold 9 Microsoft certifications including AZ-305, SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, and AI-102, and as an MCT I have delivered 1000+ training sessions across Pakistan, the USA, Canada, KSA, Norway, and Denmark.
I can help you with:
Breaking into Microsoft cloud and security careers, and moving from admin roles into security or architect roles Certification roadmaps (AZ-104, AZ-305, SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400) with real-world context, not just exam prep Reviewing your CV and LinkedIn for Microsoft-focused roles Consulting and pre-sales readiness: how to talk to stakeholders, scope engagements, and present architecture decisions AI and Copilot readiness for your organization or your career I mentor because the fastest way I grew was through people who shared real project experience with me. I aim to do the same for you: practical guidance from real implementations, not theory.
Expertise
Sessions with Rana Usman
- General Mentorship Session (30 min)
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