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Security Nerd by Day, Microsoft Enthusiast by Night

Hi, I’m Sebastian Flæng Markdanner—just a Microsoft-certified cloud and security enthusiast with a passion for sharing what I’ve learned along the way.

In my day-to-day I work as a Security Consultant @ extri:co - Part of IT Forum Gruppen.


At Cloudy with a Chance of Security, I’m here to guide you through the, sometimes, stormy world of tech, offering insights, practical guides, and the occasional relevant news—all focused on keeping identities and endpoints secure.

I took the scenic route to IT, starting in sales and officially jumping into the tech space in 2019. Since then, I’ve built a career on curiosity, grit, and a love for solving complex challenges. This somewhat unconventional path has been my edge—self-taught, self-driven, and laser-focused on mastering Microsoft’s ecosystem from the ground up.

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and holder of certifications like Azure Solutions Architect, Cybersecurity Architect, and Enterprise Administrator, I’ve built up quite the toolkit, but instead of keeping it to myself, I’m here to share those experiences and lessons with you.
You can see my full Microsoft Transcript here.

Whether you’re navigating the complexities of Microsoft Defender Suite, Azure, Intune, or Entra, I’ve been there and done that—and I’m always learning more. So, if your tech forecast is looking a little cloudy, don’t worry. My blog offers insights, tips, and a touch of humor to help you along the way, one post at a time.

While I work with businesses of all sizes, my primary focus is on the SMB space. You’ll find stories from the field and reflections on cybersecurity challenges, all aimed at helping companies stay ahead of the game, whether you’re growing or already established.

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My certifications

Link to my transcript: Here

MCT
Earned:
30. Apr. 2024

Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) badge. It has a circular design with a blue border, featuring the Microsoft logo and large "MCT" text, indicating certification as a Microsoft Certified Trainer.
Microsoft Certified badge for Enterprise Administrator Expert. The badge includes three stars, signifying expert-level skills in enterprise administration.

MS-102
Earned:
14. Nov. 2023

A Microsoft Certified badge for Azure Solutions Architect Expert, featuring three stars at the bottom, signifying expert-level proficiency in Azure architecture.

AZ-305
Earned:
07. Jul. 2023

Microsoft Certified badge for Cybersecurity Architect Expert. The badge features three stars, denoting expert-level proficiency in cybersecurity architecture.

SC-100
Earned:
04. Jul. 2024

Microsoft Certified badge for Security Operations Analyst Associate. This badge includes two stars, highlighting skills in managing security operations.

SC-200
Earned:
16. May 2024

Microsoft Certified badge for Identity and Access Administrator Associate. It has two stars, representing associate-level proficiency in managing identity and access.

SC-300
Earned:
19. May 2023

Microsoft Certified badge for Information Protection Administrator Associate. The badge features two stars, signifying expertise in information protection.

SC-400
Earned:
05. Mar. 2024

Microsoft Certified badge for Security Administrator Associate. It has two stars, indicating associate-level expertise in managing Microsoft 365 security.

MS-500
Earned:
12. May 2023

A Microsoft Certified badge for Azure Security Engineer Associate, with two stars at the bottom, representing proficiency in Azure security solutions.

AZ-500
Earned:
18. Aug. 2022

A Microsoft Certified badge for Azure Network Engineer Associate, featuring two stars at the bottom, representing expertise in Azure networking.

AZ-700
Earned:
24. Mar. 2023

A Microsoft Certified badge for Azure Administrator Associate, featuring two stars at the bottom, in blue and white, representing proficiency in Azure administration.

AZ-104
Earned:
01. Jun. 2022

A Microsoft Certified badge for Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty, with one star at the bottom. The blue and white design indicates expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop.

AZ-140
Earned:
29. Aug. 2023

Microsoft Certified badge for Modern Desktop Administrator Associate. It features two stars at the bottom, highlighting proficiency in managing and deploying Windows desktops.

MD-102
Earned:
16. Nov. 2023

Microsoft Certified badge for Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate. The badge features two stars, indicating associate-level expertise in managing Windows Server environments.

AZ-800/801
Earned:
31. Mar. 2023

Microsoft Certified badge for Azure Fundamentals. A blue shield with a single star at the bottom, symbolizing foundational knowledge in Azure cloud services.

AZ-900
Earned:
23. May 2022

Microsoft Certified badge for Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals. The badge features a blue shield with a single star, representing foundational knowledge in security, compliance, and identity.

SC-900
Earned:
22. Aug. 2022

Microsoft Certified badge for Microsoft 365 Fundamentals. The blue shield features a single star, representing foundational knowledge of Microsoft 365 services.

MS-900
Earned:
21. May 2024

A Microsoft Certified badge for Azure AI Fundamentals, with a blue shield design and a single star at the bottom, indicating entry-level AI proficiency.

AI-900
Earned:
20. Sep. 2022

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