Nishma Sangha
About Nishma Sangha
Nishma Sangha is a Security Technical Architect at Long View Systems in Toronto, Ontario, specializing in Microsoft security solutions, particularly Azure security and compliance. With over two decades of experience in IT security, she has held various roles including IT Security Architect at the State of Ohio and Application Developer at Nationwide Insurance.
Work at Long View Systems
Nishma Sangha has been employed at Long View Systems as a Security Technical Architect since 2018. In her role, she focuses on implementing security measures and solutions to protect organizational assets. Her expertise includes working with the Microsoft security suite, particularly in Azure security and compliance. Over her tenure, she has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing security protocols and frameworks within the organization.
Previous Experience at State of Ohio
Prior to her current position, Nishma Sangha worked at the State of Ohio for five years as an IT Security Architect / Consultant 1 from 2013 to 2018. During this time, she implemented Exchange Online Protection (EOP) security measures. Before that, she served as an Infrastructure Specialist III for twelve years, from 2001 to 2013, where she gained extensive experience in IT infrastructure and security.
Educational Background
Nishma Sangha studied at DeVry University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from 1996 to 1999. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in technology and security, which she has applied throughout her career in various technical roles.
Specialization in Microsoft Security Suite
Nishma specializes in the Microsoft security suite, with a strong focus on Azure security and compliance. Her expertise encompasses providing strategic guidance on the implementation of Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) solutions, Azure Identity Protection, and Conditional Access. She also performs Office365 cloud security assessments to ensure alignment with the CIS Microsoft O365 foundations Benchmark.
Vulnerability and Patch Management Initiatives
In her professional capacity, Nishma Sangha developed a vulnerability and patch management program utilizing Ivanti-Shavlik and Trend Micro. This program aims to enhance the security posture of the organizations she works with by ensuring that vulnerabilities are identified and addressed in a timely manner.