Karan Sharma

About Karan Sharma

Result-driven Microsoft 365 consultant with 8.5+ years of hands-on experience in Microsoft 365, Exchange Online migrations, Google Workspace, Entra ID (Azure AD), and security & compliance frameworks, collaboration platforms, identity lifecycle. Proven expertise in tenant-to-tenant and hybrid migrations, security policy enforcement, and modern collaboration solutions for enterprise environments. Skilled in driving cloud adoption, automation, and cross-tenant architecture. Skills • Microsoft 365 Services: Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Office Apps, Exchange server 2016 and 2019, Privileged Identity Management (PIM).• Migration Expertise: On-prem to M365, G Suite to M365, IMAP, Cutover, Hybrid, GWMME.• Security & Compliance: ATP, DLP, eDiscovery, Retention Policies, Sensitivity Labels, Purview, ZAP, MFA, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. • Entra ID (Azure AD): AAD Connect (PHS, PTA), Conditional Access, Multi-Tenant Organization, • Google Workspace: Admin Console, Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Security Policies, GCDS,GWMME.• Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, Power Automate.• Microsoft Intune: MDM/MAM Policy Enforcement, Device Management, Hybrid Azure AD joined device. • Collaboration Governance: Teams/SharePoint Governance, Viva Engage, Lifecycle Policies.• Tools: Quest on demand • Azure: Virtual machine deployment and configuration. • Backup tool: Acronis, Veeam and Azure backup. • Leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement.• Email Security Gateway: Proofpoint and Perception Point.If there is anything I can help with, feel free to connect with me or send an email k••••••••@gmail.com

Experience

1. Technical Lead

   Microsoft

   Oct 2021 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Key Responsibilities:• Led Exchange Online and Google Workspace migrations using GWMME, IMAP, and hybrid tools. • Managed Entra ID cross-tenant configurations and MTO deployments for collaboration at scale. • Azure AD Connect and Check account synchronization issues.• Guide junior staff on Microsoft 365 architecture, governance, and support methodologies. • Managed and maintained Google Workspace accounts, including user provisioning, group creation, and organizational unit structuring. • Provided L2-level support and troubleshooting for Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Calendar, enhancing collaboration and reducing downtime. • Used GCDS to Sync users from On-prem to Google Cloud. • Managing and troubleshooting active directory and Group Policy Objects (Windows server 2016/2019), server errors. • Enforced Microsoft Purview DLP, retention policies, and conditional access across cloud tenants. • Maintained M365 security using ATP, Safe Links/Attachments, and custom transport rules. • Delivered PowerShell-based automation for license management, migration, and reporting. • Supported user lifecycle via Intune and Google Admin Console; implemented 2FA and access controls. • Administration and support of Exchange mainly on-Premises servers and Exchange online services • Active Directory Server Administration. Exchange server Administration, Mailbox management, Expert Desktop support. • Strengthened backup strategy by standardizing Azure, Veeam, and Acronis routines for over 100+ servers and workloads • Implemented Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps for enhanced threat visibility across M365 and third-party services. • Led stakeholder engagement for cross-tenant M365 migration, achieving seamless transition for over users. • Enforced Zero Trust principles through Conditional Access and MFA rollout across hybrid-joined devices • Managing Email security gateway and configuring email filters and policies.

Education

• SARVEPALLI RADHAKRISHNAN UNIVERSITY

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

  2016 — 2019

• SHRI VAISHNAV POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE INDORE

  Diploma, Computer Science And Engineering

  2013 — 2016