Alessandro Cesarini

Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Modern Endpoint Management Subject Matter Expert (SME) | Microsoft Alumni | Trainer

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

About

With over three decades of experience in Modern Workplace Service Management and IT End User Management, I have worked with complex enterprises to transition to the cloud. My approach emphasizes usability and security, with a focus on continuous improvement through user-centric engineering. As a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), I specialize in implementing and managing Microsoft 365 solutions, including Entra ID (Azure AD), Intune, Office, Windows, and Defender. My expertise extends to asset management, server monitoring, log analytics, and SQL reporting services. Fluent in Spanish, English, French, and Italian, I effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and service providers worldwide.

Experience

  • Swiss Re (Hybrid)
    • Lead Workplace Engineer
      Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

      As a tech lead, I work with a team of experts dedicated to delivering a secure, reliable, and efficient platform utilizing Microsoft 365 (Office 365) Cloud Services. My role involves overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud-based solutions that enhance productivity and collaboration within the organization. I ensure that our platform meets the highest standards of security and performance, while continuously seeking opportunities to optimize and innovate.

    • Senior Workplace Engineer
      Aug 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Working with a team of experts providing a secure, reliable, and efficient communication and collaboration platform based on Microsoft Cloud Services.

  • Microsoft (Full-time · 12 yrs 8 mos)
    • Senior Product Manager - Entra ID
      Dec 2021 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

      Security Compliance Identity and Management division Entra Azure AD / Identity Customer Experience team As part of the Microsoft Product Group team in the Security Compliance Identity and Management division, I was instrumental in Microsoft’s Cloud & Enterprise operations. I had direct interactions with large, complex customers (up to a user base of 1 million), facilitating their cloud transition with hybrid identity solutions. My work, driven by real-time customer feedback, consistently contributed to the improvement of Microsoft’s services.

    • Program Manager - Azure AD
      Dec 2019 - Nov 2021 · 2 yrs

      Identity Division Customer Experience Team – Get-To-Production

    • Senior Premier Field Engineer - EMS (Intune / ConfigMgr)
      Sep 2017 - Nov 2019 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      I offered pre and post-sales services to EMEA Enterprise customers, fostering relationships with Microsoft groups, partners, and sales. I engaged in long-term, highly scoped projects with customers, providing workshops, health checks, design reviews, and technical leadership. I also analysed team performance, workforce planning, and provide business reports, focusing on proactive deliveries across EMEA. Subject Matter Expert (SME).

  • Solutions Engineer at 1E
    Jun 2010 - Dec 2010 · 7 mos

    As a Microsoft Gold Partner, 1E led the way in advanced PC power management with innovative solutions like NightWatchman® and WakeUp™. This innovation extended to concepts like Useful Work™, Drowsy Server©, and Computer Health™, forming a unique suite of industry-leading solutions. I provided technical support and evaluations to the Sales Team and potential clients for all our software products and services.

  • ERM (Full-time · 9 yrs 11 mos)
    • Technical Team Leader-security
      Dec 2005 - May 2010 · 4 yrs 6 mos

      At Environmental Resources Management (ERM), a global leader in environmental consulting and safety, I served as a Technical Lead for Security and Software Deployment, and a Senior Technical Analyst. My responsibilities included managing perimeter firewalls, antivirus systems, personal firewalls, IDS, IPS, and KPIs for the ERM Group. I led the standardization of images, SCCM 2007 reporting, software advertisement, and GPO software restrictions policies. As a Senior Technical Analyst, I provided 3rd line support for Active Directory 2003, Exchange 2007, Cisco networking, VoIP, and BlackBerry Server, and managed the migration from Lotus Domino 6 to Microsoft Exchange 2007 and Cisco DMVPN implementation.

    • Network IT Support system analyst
      Jan 2005 - Dec 2005 · 1 yr

      Senior Technical Analyst responsible for 3rd line support Active Directory 2003 design and support, Messaging (Exchange 2007), Networking (Cisco Routers, Switches, Firewall, VPN), VoIP (Mitel 3300 ICP phone systems) and BlackBerry Server Migration from Lotus Domino 6 to Microsoft Exchange 2007 and Cisco DMVPN implementation.

    • IT Manager
      Jul 2000 - Jan 2005 · 4 yrs 7 mos

      I managed ITLC services for offices in Milan, Rome, and Turin, overseeing web services, phone systems, and a team comprising a System Admin and Helpdesk.