Microsoft Security & Governance (GRC) Architect
Driek Desmet is a Belgian Microsoft Security and Governance Architect specialising in Microsoft Entra, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, Intune, Zero Trust and NIS2-aligned Microsoft 365 security architecture. He is the founder of Interian Security Insights.
He specialises in Microsoft Entra, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, Zero Trust governance and NIS2-aligned Microsoft 365 security architecture.
Interian Security Insights publishes independent analysis and practical insights on Microsoft security, identity, governance and compliance.
Area of expertise:
- Microsoft Entra & identity governance
- Microsoft Purview & compliance
- Microsoft Defender & security architecture
- Intune & endpoint governance
- NIS2, risk and governance alignment (GRC)
- Secure Microsoft cloud architecture
Content is written for IT leaders, security professionals and organisations seeking to strengthen governance and security within Microsoft cloud environments. All articles reflect independent research, field experience and continuous analysis of the evolving Microsoft security ecosystem.
Selected credentials and community recognition:
- Microsoft Community Rockstar (2024)
- Microsoft Defender XDR Champion (2024)
- Microsoft SIEM Champion (2024)
- Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
- Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate (SC-400)
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
Professional profiles:
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