Renato Guimaraes

About Renato Guimaraes

Accomplished technology leader with 20+ years of experience in Cloud, AI, and Security and over 8 years in people leadership. Proven track record of driving partner and customer impact through operational excellence, strategic orchestration, and deep technical expertise. Recognized for building scalable partner solutions, aligning teams to global priorities, and leading with integrity, inclusion, and accountability. Trusted advisor to CxOs and technical leaders, combining vision, execution, and people-first leadership to accelerate digital transformation and adoption of Microsoft technologies.Professional Certifications- Cloud & AI: Azure Solutions Architect Expert · Azure AI Engineer Associate · Azure Developer Associate · Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer · Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer · DevOps Engineer Expert - Security: CISSP · CISM · CRISC · Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert · Microsoft Identity & Access Administrator · Microsoft Azure Network EngineerI bring deep expertise in Cloud and AI, spanning Microsoft Azure infrastructure, application innovation, data, and AI workloads. My experience includes designing enterprise-scale architectures, leading modernization programs, and driving digital transformation through solutions like Azure Synapse, Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, and Azure OpenAI. I also specialize in DevOps, automation, and CI/CD pipelines, enabling scalable and efficient delivery.In Cybersecurity, I am highly experienced with XDR and SIEM solutions, including Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Defender for Endpoint, and Defender for Identity. I have led Zero Trust strategy and implementation, advanced identity and access management (Entra ID, MFA, Identity Protection, Governance), and delivered enterprise cloud security programs. My expertise includes threat and vulnerability management, SOC transformation, and compliance with regulations such as SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI—helping organizations strengthen their security posture while meeting industry standards.As a Leader and Strategist, I have built and guided global, high-performing teams, aligning technical execution with business priorities. I have enabled partners and customers to succeed, fostered innovation, and driven adoption of emerging technologies such as AI and Microsoft Copilot. My leadership philosophy is rooted in integrity, accountability, and inclusion, with proven strengths in stakeholder engagement, program management, and strategic partnerships that deliver measurable business outcomes.

Experience

1. Global Security Pdm

   Microsoft

   Dec 2025 — Present · Redmond, WA, US

   Drive strategic security growth with Global System Integrator partners (IBM, TCS, Cognizant) by advancing joint priorities across Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, and Copilot for Security. Strengthen partner capabilities to scale secure cloud adoption and AI-driven transformation. Lead execution across skilling, solution development, pipeline acceleration, and delivery quality. Build trusted relationships with partner and Microsoft leadership to expand differentiated Microsoft Security practices and deliver secure, resilient, and AI-ready outcomes for customers worldwide.

Education

• Fundação Getulio Vargas

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Gestão Estratégica e Econômica de Negócios

  2013

• Universidade da Região de Joinville

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Systems Information

  2004 — 2006

• Faculdades Integradas do Recife - FIR

  Bachelor's degree, Systems Information

  2000 — 2003