Summary

Senior Cloud Engineer with comprehensive expertise across the full cloud spectrum, covering identity and access management (Entra ID), compute, networking, security, monitoring, databases, and end-to-end migration projects. Experienced in designing and implementing enterprise-grade landing zones, enabling secure, scalable, and compliant cloud environments. Proven track record in supporting complex cloud transformation initiatives, from planning and solution design to deployment and post-migration validation. In addition to my engineering responsibilities, I also serve as an instructor at GBG Academy, delivering professional cloud training and mentoring future cloud specialists.

Education

Misr University for science and technology- Computer Science

2018 - 2021

GPA 3.3 Graduation

Project degree: Excellent

Work Experience

Global Brands Group

Senior Cloud Engineer

September 2023 - Now

  • Led the design and implementation of enterprise-grade Azure cloud solutions and Landing Zones, covering compute, networking, storage, databases, and identity (Entra ID), with built-in governance, compliance, security, and scalability to support large-scale cloud adoption.
  • Expert in cloud security, implementing advanced security architectures with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and Azure Security Center for threat detection, response, compliance monitoring, and proactive risk mitigation.
  • Implemented monitoring frameworks with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and custom workbooks to quickly detect issues and improve visibility across performance and security.
  • Successfully delivered 10+ Microsoft Sentinel Proof of Concepts (POCs) for enterprise customers, including integration with third-party security services to enhance visibility and strengthen detection.
  • Led migrations and modernization projects, transitioning legacy workloads to Azure IaaS and PaaS services, including SQL databases and VMware environments, while ensuring business continuity and operational excellence.
  • Implemented cost optimization strategies, leveraging rightsizing, Reserved Instances, Azure Hybrid Benefit, and workload modernization, achieving significant reductions in cloud spending.
  • Produced and maintained comprehensive documentation, including architecture diagrams, Scope of Work (SOW), Proof of Execution (POE) documents, detailed project plans, and final project documentation to ensure clarity, alignment, and successful project handover.
  • Instructor at GBG Academy, successfully delivering three training batches, covering all aspects of Microsoft Azure, including identity, networking, security, monitoring, governance, databases, and migration strategies

Global Brands Group

Cloud Engineer

April 2022 - September 2023

Working as a cloud engineer in Global Brands Group in the cloud team supporting customers with all aspects related to the Microsoft Azure cloud as native cloud services or integration between cloud and other solutions or environments and having good experience in dealing with customers, troubleshooting issues and problems related to production workloads and implement and develop customers needs

Global Brands Group

Intern

December 2021 - April 2022

The internship opportunity ends with hiring after an evaluation period in Global Brands Group, working deeply with Microsoft Office 365, dealing with its solutions in a professional way completing many tasks with a good output, working with Microsoft Azure and taking more experience with it and working with Microsoft Power platform building many applications from scratch to end and link it with Microsoft solutions

Juhaynaa

Intern

July 2019 - September 2019

Summer Internship in the IT Section in Juhaynaa Food Company, covering many sections and working with the following modules professionally: Help Desk Section. Cloud section. Network Section. System administration. Microsoft365 Section

Projects

Azure Migration Projects

Primary Engineer

  • Led multiple end-to-end Azure migration projects for enterprise customers, covering all phases from project initiation and architecture design to execution and post-migration operations.
  • Designed and implemented Azure Landing Zones to provide secure, scalable, and compliant foundations for cloud adoption.
  • Migrated resources from on-premises and AWS environments to Azure, building infrastructure to support critical business workloads and preparing environments for SAP resource migration.
  • Delivered post-migration operations including backup configuration, monitoring, and security hardening, ensuring resilient and optimized environments.

Azure Security Projects

Primary Engineer

  • Assessed, designed, and implemented comprehensive security architectures to safeguard customer environments, applications, and data on Azure.
  • Strengthened cloud security posture by reducing risks of data breaches, unauthorized access, and advanced cyber threats.
  • Enhanced visibility and control with centralized monitoring, alerting, and automated response mechanisms.
  • Improved regulatory compliance and governance through security policies aligned with industry standards and best practices.
  • Provided knowledge transfer and enablement sessions, empowering customer IT teams to proactively manage and mitigate cloud security risks.

Microsoft Sentinel Projects

Primary Engineer

  • Delivered 10+ Microsoft Sentinel Proof of Concepts (POCs) and full deployments across diverse customer environments, integrating third-party security solutions for extended visibility and threat coverage.
  • Designed and implemented SIEM architectures tailored to customer needs, covering incident detection, investigation, and automated response.
  • Applied automation and playbooks to streamline security operations, reduce response times, and improve resilience against evolving threats.
  • Enabled customers with advanced monitoring dashboards and reporting, improving situational awareness and operational efficiency.

Courses and Certificates

Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate

Microsoft

AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions

Microsoft

Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

Microsoft

Introduction to Internet of things (IOT)

Self Learning

Achievements

Resilience and Perseverance Award Q1- 2025 (Global Brands Group)

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/omar-sameh-030135161_resilience-perseverance-award-activity-7332726563374792704-o_lf?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACaj8OQBvYgDcKFyBQvsYqSpnJCwyZtSA

Recognized for outstanding dedication, consistency, and impact in delivering cloud projects and supporting organizational goals. Award highlights the ability to overcome challenges, maintain focus under pressure, and drive meaningful outcomes while fostering collaboration and professional growth.

Skills

  • Microsoft Office

    Microsoft Office

    Leadership skills

    Cloud Security

    Cloud Networking

    Cloud Monitoring

    Teamwork

    Microsoft Azure

    Hard Worker

    Communication skills

    Adaptability and flexibility

Languages

Language

Arabic

Mother Tongue

Language

English

Very Good