Hi, I’m Nick
Principal Microsoft Security Architect At GuidePoint Security
I design and implement modern security architectures across Microsoft cloud environments, focusing on identity, endpoint security, and Zero Trust. I am passionate about mentoring others, whether coworkers, security teams, or people beginning their journey into cybersecurity.
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Conditional Access Boot Camp
Read more →: Conditional Access Boot CampConditional Access is one of the best tools in your Microsoft environment for securing access. With it, you can control who, what, where, when, someone…
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AiTM attack mitigation in M365 – Part 1
Read more →: AiTM attack mitigation in M365 – Part 1AiTM attacks have always been that annoying mosquito that just won’t go away. In 2025 and into 2026, that mosquito got a lot bigger. AiTM…
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Why Scoping Phishing-Resistant MFA to the Admin Portal Isn’t Enough
Read more →: Why Scoping Phishing-Resistant MFA to the Admin Portal Isn’t EnoughWoohoo! You implemented phishing-resistant MFA for access to the admin portal. That’s great! But… did you actually improve your situation at all? It depends. Do…
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Guest Access in Entra ID: The Tenant’s Junk Drawer
Read more →: Guest Access in Entra ID: The Tenant’s Junk DrawerHave you ever looked at your tenant, seen all the guest accounts, and had this reaction? Well, it’s not your fault…. Mostly. There are some…
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Token Protection Conditional Access Won’t Save You From AiTM
Read more →: Token Protection Conditional Access Won’t Save You From AiTMA while back, Microsoft released a feature called Token Protection in Microsoft Entra ID. It’s a Conditional Access policy designed to help reduce token theft…
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Why EDR alone is not enough for a Domain Controller
Read more →: Why EDR alone is not enough for a Domain ControllerAhh EndPoint Detection and Response (EDR), the thing that solves everything… oh wait. Oftentimes when I’m meeting with customers, whether they’re big or small, I…