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FRAMEWORKS

Practical Frameworks for Secure Delivery

Proven, repeatable approaches that help organisations design, implement and govern secure Microsoft 365 environments with confidence.

Secure Endpoint Framework

A structured approach to designing, implementing and governing secure Microsoft-managed endpoints.

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Privileged Path Framework

A practical model covering identity, access, trust, isolation, governance and operations for privileged access.

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Identity Governance

Lifecycle management, entitlement and access governance frameworks for Microsoft Entra ID at scale.

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Zero Trust Architecture

Microsoft 365 Zero Trust implementation framework aligned to verify explicitly, least privilege and assume breach principles.

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Tenant Migration Methodology

Repeatable tenant-to-tenant migration methodology covering planning, execution and validation.

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Microsoft 365 Security Assessment

Structured assessment framework that turns configuration data into prioritised recommendations and roadmaps.

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Secure Endpoint Framework

A structured, repeatable approach to designing, implementing and governing secure Microsoft-managed endpoints that balance security, usability and operational efficiency.

What it covers

The Secure Endpoint Framework provides guidance across device identity, access, security baseline, application control, data protection, threat defence, update management and governance.

Key components

  • Device identity and registration (Microsoft Entra Join, Hybrid Join)
  • Conditional Access and device compliance
  • Windows 11 security baseline configuration
  • Application control and packaging strategy
  • Data protection and encryption (BitLocker, WIP)
  • Microsoft Defender for Endpoint integration
  • Update and patch management
  • Endpoint governance and operational model

How I use it

I use the Secure Endpoint Framework to guide secure endpoint design, implementation and governance engagements. It ensures consistent, secure outcomes while reducing complexity and technical debt.

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Privileged Path Framework

A practical model for protecting privileged access across identity, access, trust, isolation, governance and operations.

What it covers

The Privileged Path Framework provides a structured approach to privileged access design, covering identity protection, access control, trust boundaries, workstation isolation, governance and operational procedures.

Key components

  • Privileged identity strategy and protection
  • Access control (PIM, JIT, JEA, Conditional Access)
  • Trust boundaries and administrative tier model
  • Privileged Access Workstations (PAW)
  • Secure administration protocols
  • Privileged role governance and lifecycle
  • Monitoring, audit and incident response
  • Break-glass and recovery procedures

How I use it

I use the Privileged Path Framework to guide privileged access strategy, architecture and implementation engagements, ensuring organisations protect their most sensitive operations effectively.

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Identity Governance Framework

Lifecycle management, entitlement and access governance frameworks for Microsoft Entra ID environments at scale.

What it covers

The Identity Governance Framework provides guidance for identity lifecycle automation, entitlement management, access reviews, privileged access governance and compliance reporting.

Key components

  • Identity lifecycle automation (joiners, movers, leavers)
  • Entitlement management and access packages
  • Access reviews and certification
  • Privileged role governance
  • Guest and external user governance
  • Group and application access governance
  • Compliance reporting and audit

How I use it

I use this framework to guide identity governance strategy and implementation, helping organisations automate lifecycle management and govern access at scale.

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Zero Trust Architecture Framework

Microsoft 365 Zero Trust implementation framework aligned to verify explicitly, least privilege and assume breach principles.

What it covers

This framework provides a structured approach to Zero Trust implementation across identity, endpoints, applications, data, infrastructure and networks within Microsoft 365 environments.

Key components

  • Identity verification and strong authentication
  • Device health and compliance validation
  • Application access and protection
  • Data classification and protection
  • Threat protection and response
  • Least privilege access and JIT/JEA
  • Micro-segmentation and isolation
  • Continuous monitoring and validation

How I use it

I use this framework to guide Zero Trust strategy, roadmap and implementation engagements, ensuring practical, risk-aligned outcomes.

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Tenant Migration Methodology

Repeatable tenant-to-tenant migration methodology covering planning, execution, validation and cutover for complex Microsoft 365 migrations.

What it covers

This methodology provides a structured approach to tenant migration planning, identity migration, workload migration, configuration carryover, validation and cutover.

Key phases

  • Discovery and assessment
  • Migration strategy and planning
  • Source and target tenant preparation
  • Identity and user migration
  • Mailbox and archive migration
  • OneDrive and SharePoint migration
  • Teams and collaboration migration
  • Configuration carryover and remediation
  • Testing, validation and cutover
  • Post-migration support and decommissioning

How I use it

I use this methodology to guide tenant-to-tenant migration engagements, ensuring structured, low-risk delivery with minimal user disruption.

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Microsoft 365 Security Assessment Framework

Structured assessment framework that turns Microsoft 365 configuration data into prioritised recommendations and practical security roadmaps.

What it covers

This framework provides a repeatable approach to Microsoft 365 security assessment, covering identity, access, endpoints, data, applications, threat protection and compliance.

Assessment areas

  • Identity protection and authentication
  • Conditional Access and access control
  • Privileged role and PIM governance
  • Endpoint security and compliance
  • Data classification and protection
  • Threat protection and detection
  • Application governance and consent
  • Compliance posture and policies

Deliverables

  • Current state configuration report
  • Risk-prioritised findings and gaps
  • Recommended remediation actions
  • Security roadmap and implementation plan
  • Quick-win opportunities

How I use it

I use this framework to deliver Microsoft 365 Security Assessments that provide clear, actionable insight and practical next steps.

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