Randal Burns

About Randal Burns

As a Senior Cloud and AI Specialist at Microsoft, I help organizations accelerate innovation through the adoption of cloud and AI technologies, driving business transformation, productivity, and security at scale.With over a decade of diverse IT experience—including nearly nine years at Microsoft—I specialize in enterprise cloud architecture, AI modernization, cybersecurity, and large-scale digital transformation.Previously, as a Principal Architect supporting the Federal sector, I led initiatives that included:Migrating USSOCOM to the cloud, enhancing their security posture and mission capabilitiesStreamlining change and incident management procedures across complex environmentsStandardizing mission partner configurations to ensure interoperability and operational efficiencyManaging cross-functional teams of engineers and administrators to deliver secure, high-impact outcomesAn Army veteran who served in Afghanistan, I’ve deployed and maintained tactical systems in the field and bring that same mission-driven mindset to every project. I’ve also contributed directly to Microsoft product improvements that impact millions of users worldwide and led acquisitions as a former CEO in the hosting industry.I’m always open to connecting with professionals who share a passion for AI, cloud innovation, and transforming what’s possible—whether in the public sector or commercial space.

Experience

1. Sr Cloud and Ai Specialist

   Microsoft

   Oct 2025 — Present · Tampa, FL, US

Education

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), IT Management

  2020

Skills

• Datacenter Virtualization
• Dns
• Security+
• Business Strategy
• Troubleshooting
• Sql
• Customer Service
• Program Management
• Project Management
• Network Administration
• Leadership
• Website Development
• Security
• Marketing
• Networking
• Servers
• Business Process Development
• Data Center
• Entrepreneurship
• Windows System Administration
• Sales
• System Administration
• Cloud Computing
• Customer Relations
• Linux System Administration
• Internet Protocol Suite (Tcp/Ip)
• Management
• Tcp/Ip
• Technical Support
• Sharepoint
• Network Security
• Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Strategic Partnerships
• Disaster Recovery