About Tobias

I build cloud foundations you can actually run.

I transform complex Microsoft 365 and Azure challenges into elegant, supportable solutions.

15+ years experience
Enterprise to startup
Security & compliance
Complete handover

What sets me apart

I don't leave a project until your team fully understands and can independently operate the solution.

15+ years experience
Tobias Schüle

Tobias Schüle

Microsoft & Azure Architect + AI

"Technology should work quietly in the background so your team can focus on what matters."

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Implementation tools, guides, and scripts from 15+ years of Microsoft & Azure experience.

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My Principles

Four principles that guide every implementation – from initial assessment to final handover.

Assess fast

Efficient analysis of your current environment and clear identification of improvement opportunities.

Design guardrails

Zero Trust principles and governance frameworks that balance security with usability.

Implement cleanly

Systematic rollouts with test-before-prod policy and continuous validation.

Document and hand over

Complete documentation, team training, and support procedures for lasting success.

My Journey: From System Admin to Trusted Advisor

Every step has been about building trust, solving real problems, and ensuring my clients succeed.

2007The Beginning

Foundation built on enterprise-scale experience

Started as an IT System Administrator at the headquarters of Germany's largest grocery retailer (Southwest division). Quickly promoted to become the primary lead for Microsoft infrastructure and VMware environments, driving key projects for the enterprise.

2013Becoming a Consultant

Client-First Approach

Transitioned into IT consulting, specializing in Microsoft, VMware, backup, and storage solutions. Noticed a major industry problem: too many solutions were sold based on vendor commissions—not client needs. Committed to always building solutions that fit each client's real requirements and deliver genuine value.

2017Success in Berlin

Track Record of Results

Joined Germany's market leader in financial consolidation as a senior IT architect. Delivered dozens of successful projects, became an expert in Microsoft 365 (E5), and implemented a company-wide Confluence intranet. Reputation for excellence in cloud migration and digital transformation.

2020Independent & International

Global reach, personal touch

With the rise of remote work, launched my own consultancy—serving clients across Europe and beyond. Built and delivered even more solutions, always putting client outcomes first.

Technical Skills & Experience

Rating System

Basic Knowledge
Advanced Knowledge
Extensive Experience
Identity & Access Management
ADFS
Active Directory
Conditional Access
Entra Application Proxy
Entra Cloud Sync
Entra Connect Sync
Entra ID
Entra ID Governance
Global Secure Access: Private Access
Security & Compliance
Azure Security
Defender for Endpoint
Defender for Identity
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Microsoft Purview (Compliance)
Microsoft Purview DLP
Microsoft Purview Information Protection
Microsoft Secure Score
Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft 365 Collaboration & Governance
Exchange (Hybrid)
Exchange Online
OneDrive for Business
Power Apps
Power Automate / Flow
Power Platform
PowerBI
SharePoint
Teams
Endpoint & Device Management
Admin By Request
Apple Business Manager
Device Compliance
Intune
iOS/iPadOS Management
macOS Management
Microsoft Cloud PKI
Mobile Device Management (MDM)
Patch My PC
TeamViewer
Windows 365
Windows Autopilot
Windows Desktop
Windows LAPS
Azure Cloud Architecture
Azure Automation
Azure DevOps
Azure Networking
Azure Policies
Azure Storage
Azure VM Management
Azure Virtual Desktop
Update Management
Automation & DevOps
Azure Bicep
Azure DevOps
GitHub
Markdown
Microsoft Graph API
PowerShell
REST API
Terraform
Terraform Cloud
Visual Studio Code
AI & Copilot
ChatGPT
Claude
Copilot for Microsoft 365
Copilot Studio
GitHub Copilot
Network & Infrastructure Security
802.1X EAP-TLS
Certificate Management
DHCP
DNS
Networking
PacketFence
PKI
RADIUS/NAC
Collaboration & Project Management Tools
Confluence
Confluence Cloud
Diagrams.net
Docusaurus
Jira Cloud
Jira ServiceDesk
Jira Software
Markdown
Notion
Legacy Infrastructure
Failover Cluster
File server
Hyper-V
Linux
RDS
SQL
Veeam Backup & Replication
Veeam for Microsoft Office 365
VMware ESX/ESXi
VMware Horizon View
VMware vSphere
vSAN
Windows Server

Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-104, AZ-305)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty (AZ-140)
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)
Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102)
Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate (MS-500)
Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert (MS-102)
MCSA Windows Server 2012
VMware VCP 6
PRINCE 2 Foundation Examination

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