Michael Blanchard

Michael Blanchard is a Senior Cloud Solution Architect specializing in Security Engineering at Microsoft. With over 20 years of experience in Information Technology, the last decade focused on Microsoft Cloud, Michael has a strong background in collaboration and security, particularly with SIEM/SOAR solutions. Notable achievements include migrating over 30,000 mailboxes to Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and creating teams to enhance security practices and PowerShell skills. Michael also maintains a home lab for exploring new technologies and has previously held positions at Geek Squad and Best Buy, where notable accomplishments included mentoring new agents and managing large network projects. Michael earned a degree summa cum laude from American Intercontinental University.