🔹 Cybersecurity Professional | SOC Analyst | Incident Response | Microsoft Azure & Defender SpecialistDutch citizen and cybersecurity professional with a career spanning SOC analysis, incident response, and Microsoft security solutions, offering unique expertise from Microsoft Azure to Microsoft Defender. My journey began in air traffic control, where precision, situational awareness, and high-pressure decision-making were essential, forming a disciplined foundation that shapes my cybersecurity approach.Currently, as a SOC Analyst at EightFence, I lead proactive security operations by:Utilizing Microsoft Azure and Defender to secure cloud and hybrid systems, strengthening defenses and monitoring for advanced threats in real-time.Managing incident response, conducting deep threat analysis, and implementing detection and mitigation strategies that minimize risk.Collaborating across teams to resolve complex security issues, ensuring comprehensive compliance with cybersecurity standards and practices.With a structured approach to threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, I thrive in fast-paced environments where precision and responsiveness are key. My extensive background in air traffic control equips me to stay calm under pressure, respond swiftly to incidents, and provide innovative solutions for resilient security.Fluent in Dutch, English, and Portuguese, I’m skilled at communicating complex concepts to diverse teams and stakeholders. Combining Microsoft expertise with over a decade of operational experience, I am committed to advancing the security and resilience of critical infrastructures in today's dynamic cybersecurity landscape.