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Anthony Porter

Cloud Security Architect - Canon Business Services ANZ

Anthony, affectionately known as Anto, hails from Perth, Western Australia. With over 15 years of IT experience, Anto has spent the last 5 years specialising in Microsoft cloud technologies. Currently, he serves as a Cloud Security Architect at Canon Business Services ANZ, where he leverages his expertise in Microsoft Intune and Defender XDR to enhance security and streamline operations.

Anto’s career journey began in Microsoft Cloud Managed Services helpdesk, progressing through various cloud infrastructure projects, and ultimately focusing on cloud security. He is a strong advocate of the “KISS” model – Keep It Simple Stupid – ensuring that solutions are secure and effective, while still being admin and user-friendly.

Outside of his professional life, Anto enjoys spending time with his family and tinkering with his Subaru. He is also a regular at the Perth-based Microsoft Security Meetup user group, where he shares his knowledge and insights with the community.

Articles by Anthony

The misconception of technical controls in IT security

Discover the role of technical controls in identifying potential threats and safeguarding systems of Australian organisations against cyberattacks.
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IT security & compliance

A guide to demystifying Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps

Explore Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps and its various policy types, enhancing security posture in Australian businesses. Learn more!
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Software as a Service
IT security & compliance