Jacob Kappus

About Jacob Kappus

I specialize in designing and delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that empower…

Experience

1. Principal Cloud Solution Architect

   Microsoft

   Feb 2012 — Present · Redmond, WA, US

   As a Principal Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, I specialize in designing and delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that drive transformation across enterprise and public sector organizations. My work spans technical strategy, architecture, and enablement—helping customers navigate complex environments with clarity and confidence.Beyond architecture, I bring a creative lens to solution delivery. I’ve developed and led immersive learning experiences, designed hands-on AI workshops, and designed innovative events in formats that engage diverse audiences, from federal agencies to tribal governments. These initiatives have not only accelerated technology adoption but also sparked millions of dollars in new business for Microsoft. I thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact. Whether it\'s architecting mission-critical platforms, crafting experiential learning journeys, or shaping content that not only engages, but resonates across technical and non-technical stakeholders. My approach is rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and a drive to make technology accessible, meaningful, and transformative.

Skills

• Messaging Technologies
• Directory Services
• Collaboration Solutions
• Windows Server
• Data Center
• Im
• Office 365
• Virtualization
• Vmware
• Switching
• Messaging
• Windows Nt
• Active Directory
• Microsoft Exchange
• 2008 R2
• Microsoft Office Sharepoint Server
• Windows 7
• Cisco Technologies
• Cisco Routers
• Pre-Sales
• Group Policy
• Scom
• Vsphere
• Cloud Computing
• Microsoft Technologies
• Vmware Infrastructure
• Servers
• Cisco Call Manager
• Sccm
• Dns
• System Deployment
• Disaster Recovery
• Iis
• San
• Training Program Development
• Dhcp
• Sdlc
• Hyper-V
• Unified Communications
• Infrastructure