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About Me

  • Available : 1st April 2026

  • Nationality : Dutch

  • Country : Netherlands

  • E-Mail : Blocked

  • Website : https://thalpius.com

  • Hourly Rate : Blocked

As a Microsoft Security MVP, I am in close contact with Microsoft program managers, who help my clients address issues and solutions quickly. I actively stay informed on the latest developments in Microsoft security products through the Microsoft Customer Connection Program, ensuring my clients understand and adapt to changes before they become generally available. I am recognized by Microsoft as a Channel Discussions Leader for 'Microsoft Defender for Identity,' providing monthly input and feedback to the program team through open discussions. My background as a former red teamer has sharpened my expertise in offensive strategies and tactics. My primary focus lies in Microsoft security, with a specialization in Microsoft Defender products.

My skills

Microsoft Defender XDR
70%
Microsoft Defender for Identity
100%
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
60%
Microsoft Defender for Office 365
60%
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
40%
Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management
70%
Microsoft Defender for Cloud
30%
Microsoft Defender for IoT
10%
Microsoft Security Exposure Management
50%
Microsoft Entra ID
60%
PowerShell
80%
Assembly Language
50%


Language Skills

Dutch Fluent

English Proficient

My Experiences

Self-Employed

Sep 2024 - Present

Since September 2024, I have been self-employed as a Microsoft Security advisor, helping clients with their Microsoft Defender journey. I use my experience and expertise in Microsoft Defender products to help clients increase their cyber resilience on a project basis.

Microsoft Partner

Aug 2021 - Jul 2024

My role as a Security Principal is to remain technically up-to-date with the intricate workings of Microsoft Defender products and share this knowledge within the organization, improving our services to our clients using proactive defense.

Microsoft Partner

Jan 2020 - Jun 2021

As a Microsoft 365 Security Consultant, I was responsible for keeping up-to-date with the Microsoft Security E5 products and applying my knowledge to safeguard our clients using an offensive approach.

Security Company

Sep 2017 - Dec 2019

As a dynamic member of the Red Team, I contributed significantly to the organization's proactive security strategies by combining my Microsoft expertise in web penetration testing, the Security Operations Center (SOC), and the Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT).

Microsoft Partner

Oct 2012 - Aug 2017

As an Infrastructure Consultant within a joint venture in collaboration with Microsoft, I played a pivotal role in architecting and optimizing mission-critical infrastructure solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of our partnership

Other

Oct 2005 - Sep 2012

As an infrastructure consultant, I've held diverse roles, leveraging my expertise to drive efficient solutions and enhance system performance. Through these positions, I've consistently delivered impactful results by applying my in-depth infrastructure management and optimization knowledge.

My Resume

Passed Exams

Microsoft SC-200 – Microsoft Security Operations Analyst

August 6, 2025

Microsoft SC-100 – Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect

October 22, 2023

Microsoft SC-900 – Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

August 3, 2021

Pentester Academy Active Directory Attack Defense Lab

July 2, 2021

Pentester Academy Az AD Cloud Labs

June 18, 2021

Microsoft MS-101 – Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security

December 23, 2020

Microsoft AZ-500 – Microsoft Azure Security Technologies

April 27, 2020

Microsoft MS-100 – Microsoft 365 Identity and Services

February 24, 2020

Microsoft MS-500 – Microsoft 365 Security Administration

October 15, 2019

Pentester Academy Red Team Lab

May 21, 2019

Microsoft 98-367 – Security Fundamentals

October 8, 2018

ISC2 – Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP):

July 5, 2018

Microsoft 70-744 – Securing Windows Server 2016

April 12, 2018

ISC2 – Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

February 9, 2018

Offensive Security Certified professional (OSCP)

January 29, 2018

Microsoft 70-743 – Upgrading Your Skills to MCSA: Windows Server 2016

May 22, 2017

Microsoft 70-347 – Enabling Office 365 Services

August 15, 2016

Microsoft 70-346 – Managing Office 365 Identities and Requirements

June 8, 2015

Microsoft 70-416 – Implementing Desktop Application Environments

April 23, 2015

Microsoft 70-415 – Implementing a Desktop Infrastructure

March 30, 2015

Microsoft 70-685 – PRO: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Support Technician

December 23, 2014

Microsoft 70-414 – Implementing an advanced Server Infrastructure

August 29, 2014

Microsoft 70-413 – Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure

July 25, 2014

Microsoft 70-412 – Configuring Advanced Server 2012 Services

June 11, 2014

Microsoft 70-411 – Administering Windows Server 2012

April 15, 2013

Microsoft 70-410 – Installing and configuring Windows Server 2012

April 8, 2013

Microsoft 70-662 – TS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Configuring

July 26, 2012

Microsoft 70-686 – PRO: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Administrator

March 7, 2011

Microsoft 70-680 – TS: Windows 7, Configuring

February 7, 2011

Microsoft 70-647 – PRO: Windows Server 2008, Enterprise Administrator

September 23, 2010

Microsoft 70-401 – TS: Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager, Configuring

June 7, 2010

Microsoft 70-450 – PRO: Designing, Optimizing and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution Using MS SQL Server 2008

October 26, 2009

Microsoft 70-649 – TS: Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008, Technology Specialist

March 26, 2008

Microsoft 70-624 – TS: Deploying and Maintaining Windows Vista Client and 2007 Microsoft Office System Desktops

February 1, 2008

Microsoft 70-620 – TS: Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista Client

July 10, 2007

Microsoft 70-285 – Designing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Organization

May 15, 2007

Microsoft 70-298 – Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network

May 2, 2007

Microsoft 70-299 – Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network

April 10, 2007

Microsoft 70-350 – Implementing Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2003

February 16, 2007

Microsoft 70-297 – Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure

November 24, 2006

Microsoft 70-294 – Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure

November 3, 2006

Microsoft 70-284 – Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003

September 22, 2006

Microsoft 70-293 – Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

August 4, 2006

Microsoft 70-291 – Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

May 11, 2006

Microsoft 70-290 – Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment

December 1, 2005

Microsoft 70-272 – Supporting Users and Troubleshooting Desktop Application on a Microsoft Windows XP Operating System

October 27, 2005

Microsoft 70-271 – Supporting Users and Troubleshooting a Microsoft Windows XP Operating System

September 5, 2005

Microsoft 70-270 – Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional

July 21, 2005

Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate

August 6, 2025

Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

October 22, 2023

Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

August 3, 2021

Pentester Academy: Certified Red Team Professional

July 2, 2021

Pentester Academy: Certified Az Red Team Professional

June 18, 2021

Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert

December 23, 2020

Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

April 27, 2020

Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate

October 15, 2019

Pentester Academy: Certified Red Team Expert

May 21, 2019

Microsoft Technology Associate: Security Fundamentals

October 8, 2018

Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert Cloud Platform and Infrastructure

April 12, 2018

Offensive Security Certified professional (OSCP)

January 29, 2018

ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

July 5, 2018

ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

February 9, 2018

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Windows Server 2016

May 22, 2017

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Office 365

August 15, 2016

Microsoft Specialist: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Administrator

December 1, 2015

Microsoft Specialist: Windows 7, Configuring

December 1, 2015

Microsoft Specialist: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Support Technician

December 1, 2015

Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert Server Infrastructure

August 29, 2014

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Windows Server 2012

June 11, 2014

Microsoft Certified Professional: Microsoft Certified Professional

April 8, 2013

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Configuration

July 26, 2012

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Windows Server 2008

April 16, 2012

Microsoft Certified IT Professional Enterprise Desktop Administrator on Windows 7

March 7, 2011

Microsoft Certified IT Professional Enterprise Administrator on Windows Server 2008

September 13, 2010

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuration

March 26, 2008

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuration

March 26, 2008

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuration

March 26, 2008