Database system architect, security specialist.

I’m a former Program Manager for Access Control in Azure SQL and SQL Server at Microsoft. In that role, I led the design of the external authorization system behind Purview policies and the access control framework for Azure databases and data warehouses in Microsoft Fabric. I was also responsible for expanding the SQL permissions system, introducing over 50 new granular permissions—many of which support features like SQL Ledger and Azure SQL Database Watcher.

I’m one of only seven people worldwide to have earned the Microsoft Certified Solutions Master (MCSM) in Data Platform—the highest certification Microsoft offered in this track, awarded after a rigorous and practical exam process.

Today, I serve as CEO of Sarpedon Quality Lab LLC, a consulting company focused on Microsoft SQL Server performance, high availability, and security. I manage this U.S.-based firm in collaboration with Sarpedon Quality Lab® Germany, which I founded before joining Microsoft. This setup allows us to support clients across multiple time zones worldwide.

From 2014 to 2018, I was honored to receive the Microsoft MVP Award for my contributions to the SQL Server community.