Michiel D.
Platform Manager / Azure Architect
Passionate Azure Enthousiast with expertise in Azure Architecture, cyber security and customer-facing deployments. Based in Keerbergen, Belgium.
About Me
Azure Expert & Cloud Enthusiast
With deep expertise in Azure architecture and cloud security, I help organizations transform their infrastructure and accelerate their digital transformation journey.
My passion lies in creating secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions that drive business value. I believe in a security-first approach, adhering to proper frameworks and legislation, and love working directly with customers to understand their unique challenges.
Core Skills & Technologies
Understanding of Frameworks & Legislation
Professional Experience
Platform Manager / Azure Architect
OMP - Current role
Leading cloud platform delivery initiatives and designing scalable Azure architectures for OMP SaaS enterprise customers. Specializing in security-first approaches and customer-facing deployments.
- Architected multi-tenant Azure solutions with a focus on IaC and security by design
- Implemented zero-trust security frameworks
- Led Microsoft Partner activities as Top3 ISV for MS Belux
- Adherance and compliance to ISO27001:2022, ISAE/SOC2, CyberFun frameworks with EU legislation and directives in mind
- Implemented FinOps with FOCUS principles in mind
- Steered third party assessments and procurement projects for OMP SaaS
- Led customer-facing deployments, onboarding and migration projects
(Sr.) Cloud Consultant
OMP
Customer-facing Cloud team. Onboarding of (Fortune 500) customers into OMP's SaaS platform combined with a technical & operational Azure backend role.
- Implemented customer-facing onboarding and migration projects
- Development of 24x7 framework for Platform Operations using LogicApps
- Deployed, automated and operated backend PRA system
System Engineer
OMP
In-house ICT. Client-sided L1-L3 support with a focus on on-premises infrastructure. Moved towards a technical project management role towards 2021.
- Led client-sided support L1-L3 activities
- Implemented migration from Sophos to Cortex XDR on all OMP endpoints
- Upgraded, tested and steered on-premises infrastructure and hardware
- TPM role throughout 2020 - 2021 on the majority of IT projects
Previous Experience
Previous experience before moving to IT-focused roles.
- REYNDERS - Digital Operator
- Digital eSports - Content Manager
Certifications & Credentials
Committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest technologies and security practices.
Azure Administrator Associate
Microsoft
2021 - 2026
Comprehensive certification covering Azure administration, security, and resource management.
View CredentialCyber Security Management
Antwerp Management School
2025
Advanced executive program focusing on cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and organizational security.
View CredentialDesigning Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
FireBrand
2022
Accelerated course on the Azure Solutions Architect principles and skills required to design infrastructure solutions, manage decisions to affect an overall solution, and how best to implement these new skills into the business.
Sharepoint Online Advanced Power Users
U2U
2020
Advanced course for individuals eager to master the functionlity of SPO and Teams with the aim to become M365 Administrators.
Windows 10 Support Engineer
GlobalKnowledge
2019
Specialized training in Windows 10 deployment, management, and troubleshooting.