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Tarique Khemraj

Senior Cloud & Security Engineer | Infrastructure Consultant

Summary

Results-driven Cloud & Security Engineer with over 25 years of experience in Azure, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Security Services, ZeroTrust solutions, and Cloud Migrations. Proven ability to secure infrastructure, modernize unified communications, and deliver cost-effective Azure, M365, and VOIP solutions. Highly skilled in Active Directory (AD), Azure AD (EntraID), Exchange, and Microsoft Teams. Adept at rapid problem-solving, contract consulting, and technical execution. Available for freelance, contract, and gig work.

Experienced with strategic planning, driving impactful business solutions for diverse organizations. Utilizes deep understanding of stakeholder management to foster productive relationships and achieve goals. Track record of leading teams to success through effective communication and innovative problem-solving.

Results-driven consulting professional with proven track record in delivering strategic solutions and driving organizational growth. Skilled in project management, business development, and data analysis, with strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability. Known for consistently achieving targets and enhancing operational efficiency through innovative approaches and effective problem-solving. Dependable and flexible, ensuring seamless alignment with evolving business needs.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Executive Consultant

Sylogistic Group LLC 1099 Contractor
01.2019 - Current
  • Assisted clients in transitioning from on-prem to cloud-based solutions (Azure & AWS hybrid design & integration)
  • Designed and deployed highly available Microsoft Teams solutions for Unified Communications
  • Provided consulting services for security, compliance, and cloud modernization projects

Independent Consultant

ITechnologies INC 1099 Contractor
08.2018 - Current


• Execute Azure migrations, IAM/IDM implementations, and security hardening.

• Deploy automation-driven solutions, including bots and intelligent agents for infrastructure management.

• Implement ZeroTrust architectures, Always On VPNs, and advanced security frameworks.

• Modernize Unified Communications (UCaaS/VOIP)—migrating PSTN/POTS to Microsoft Teams/NuWave.

• Optimize legacy SQL queries using OpenAI to improve database efficiency.

• Deliver statements of work (SOWs) and execute project-based consulting engagements.

Senior Cloud & Security Engineer

Independent Consultant
01.2018 - Current
  • Provide rapid execution of Azure migrations, security services, and IAM/IDM solutions for clients across various industries
  • Harden security across on-premises and cloud infrastructure (endpoints, servers, networks, and hybrid environments)
  • Implement ZeroTrust solutions, Always On VPNs, and modern security frameworks
  • Modernize Unified Communications (UCaaS/VOIP)—migrating PSTN/POTS to cloud solutions (Microsoft Teams, NuWave, etc.)
  • Deploy security awareness training (KnowBe4), endpoint protection (Malwarebytes EDR), and SIEM solutions (Arctic Wolf)
  • Design & execute AD migrations, including Azure AD hybrid setups & IAM automation
  • Create statements of work (SOWs) & execute project-based consulting engagements

Senior Solution Architect

NTT
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Led cloud migrations & identity/security transformations for enterprise clients
  • Designed and implemented Azure-based infrastructure for secure hosting of applications and workloads
  • Acted as Azure AD & security SME for IAM, ZeroTrust, and hybrid cloud models

Senior Principal Consultant

IT Partners
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Established Microsoft & Cloud consulting practices, leading enterprise migration projects
  • Developed best practices for hybrid identity, security, and infrastructure transformations

Microsoft Practices Consultant

Avanade, Azaleos, M3 Tech Group
01.2006 - 01.2016
  • Developed early Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) solutions and IAM frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
  • Directed AD migrations, identity security enhancements, and cloud transformations

Education

Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado College

Skills

  • Azure AD
  • IAM
  • EntraID
  • ZeroTrust
  • Always On VPN
  • Secure DNS
  • KnowBe4
  • EDR
  • Hybrid Azure
  • O365 Migrations
  • Intune
  • SCCM
  • Hyperconverged Systems
  • VOIP
  • Microsoft Teams

Organizational leadership

Operations management

Creativity and innovation

Digital transformation

Decision-making

Risk assessment

Project implementation

Technical review

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Call To Action

If you need cloud, security, IAM, or infrastructure expertise—let’s connect! Open to contract work, consulting gigs, and short-term projects.

Why Hire Me

  • Available Immediately – Short-term, contract, or project-based work.
  • Proven Expertise – 25+ years securing infrastructure & modernizing cloud environments.
  • Execution-Focused – I deliver fast, effective, and scalable solutions with zero fluff.
  • End-to-End Cloud & Security – IAM, ZeroTrust, AD migrations, UC modernization, and cloud security.

Timeline

Executive Consultant

Sylogistic Group LLC 1099 Contractor
01.2019 - Current

Independent Consultant

ITechnologies INC 1099 Contractor
08.2018 - Current

Senior Cloud & Security Engineer

Independent Consultant
01.2018 - Current

Senior Solution Architect

NTT
01.2018 - 01.2019

Senior Principal Consultant

IT Partners
01.2016 - 01.2018

Microsoft Practices Consultant

Avanade, Azaleos, M3 Tech Group
01.2006 - 01.2016

Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado College

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