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Shakir Johnson IT Specialist

I help organizations secure and modernize their IT environments, specializing in identity and access management, endpoint lifecycle management, and cloud-first Microsoft solutions.

With 6+ years of enterprise IT experience, I work within a high-performing 5-person IT team responsible for managing 1,500+ user identities and 1,700+ devices across 5 client tenancies, I deliver secure identity, endpoint, and access management solutions across Microsoft 365, Intune, and Entra ID while balancing hands-on technical work, stakeholder communication, and project delivery in fast-paced enterprise environments.

Shakir Johnson

Certifications

M365 Expert
Microsoft 365 Certified:
Enterprise Administrator Expert
Microsoft
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Network+
Certification
CompTIA
M365 Associate
Microsoft 365 Certified:
Endpoint Administrator Associate
Microsoft
ISC2 SSCP
Systems Security Certified
Practitioner (SSCP)
ISC2
Additional Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
Microsoft
Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate
Microsoft
Fortinet Certified Associate in Cybersecurity
Fortinet
Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
Microsoft
CompTIA A+ Certification
CompTIA

Skills & Expertise

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Identity & Access Management

Managing user identities, access controls, and authentication across hybrid and cloud environments using Microsoft Entra ID.

M365 Enterprise Admin Expert SSCP
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Authentication & Access Security

Implementing MFA, Conditional Access, and Single Sign-On (SSO) to secure user authentication and prevent unauthorized access.

M365 Enterprise Admin Expert Azure Fundamentals
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User Lifecycle & Governance

Provisioning, deprovisioning, and managing user roles with RBAC and least-privilege principles across multiple environments.

M365 Enterprise Admin Expert SSCP
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Endpoint & Device Management

Deploying and securing 1000+ devices using Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, and compliance policies tied to identity-based access.

M365 Endpoint Admin Associate M365 Enterprise Admin Expert
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Security Operations & Incident Response

Monitoring threats, investigating alerts, and responding to incidents using tools like SentinelOne to protect systems and users.

SSCP Fortinet Cybersecurity Associate Network+ CE
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Automation & Process Optimisation

Building workflows and automation solutions using SharePoint, Power Automate, and Power Apps to improve efficiency and operations.

M365 Enterprise Admin Expert M365 Fundamentals

Latest Insights

Ongoing Labs & IT Experiences

Technical projects, IAM labs, automation work, and relatable experiences from enterprise IT and modern Microsoft environments.

Projects I Have Lead

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Identity Access Management & Endpoints

Windows Device and Identity Lifecycle Management

Multi-site rollouts of Windows devices via Microsoft Intune; device assignment, configuration & compliance policies, and full joiners/movers/leavers device lifecycle management.

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Endpoint Management

Android Enterprise Deployment

Deployed corporate-owned Android devices via Microsoft Intune; CODD enrollment, Managed Home Screen, app assignments, and security hardening.

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Automation & Process Optimisation

RMA & Inventory Tracking Automation

Built automated device repair and inventory tracking systems for multiple clients using Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint one-button status updates with automatic email notifications.

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Let's Work Together

Have a project in mind or just looking to connect? I'd love to hear from you. Fill out the form and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.

📧 shakir.johnson@outlook.com
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