Chris Spanougakis
Microsoft Certified Trainer, Sr. Cloud Architect, Speaker
📋 Biography
Chris is a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2000 and holds an MSc degree in Computer Studies. He has participated in various Microsoft local and international events (Teched Europe, Microsoft Sinergija, IT Pro|Dev Connections, ShowIT) as a technology speaker and he is specialized in Microsoft products, such as Windows Server, Exchange Server, System Center, Azure AD and more. He has been a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in Identity & Access (Enterprise Mobility) from 2008 to 2019. Today he works as an Azure Solution Architect in BlueStream Solutions and he also delivers courses around Europe through his own educational company, SystemPlus. Chris has a 25 years experience as an IT consultant, specialized in the implementation of Microsoft technologies to organizations of any size.
✨ High-Impact Contributions 5
Youtube video on my channel, demonstrating the Quarantine Workflow: How to navigate the Microsoft Defender portal to find isolated threats. Safe Preview: How to inspect the content of a phishing mail without triggering malicious links or trackers. Taking Action: How to release legitimate mail or permanently delete and report threats to improve Microsoft’s detection logic.
A Youtube video, where we dive into the world of Threat Intelligence and see how it integrates and operates within Microsoft Defender XDR. Modern cybersecurity requires us to always be one step ahead of attackers. Let's explore how the Microsoft platform collects, analyzes, and utilizes threat data in real-time, providing comprehensive visibility and protection for your organization. 📌 What you will learn in this video: What Threat Intelligence is within the Microsoft Defender XDR ecosystem. How the platform assists in the rapid detection and analysis of advanced threats.
A practical deep dive into Microsoft’s Extended Detection and Response strategy, connecting signals across Office 365 and Endpoints to build automated defense. A presentation for the AI CLOUD & MODERN WORKPLACE CONFERENCE 2026 Community Event.
Presentation for Sinergija 2025, a big Microsoft technology conference in Belgrade, Serbia. Sinergija, as both a business and technical conference, serves as a hub for leaders driving digital transformation across Southeast Europe. The conference presents a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, expertise, knowledge, and contacts. While primarily focused on Microsoft technologies, the conference content and its impact extend far beyond that. Sinergija has become synonymous with all that is new and relevant in the broader IT and business landscape.The conference presents a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, expertise, knowledge, and contacts. While primarily focused on Microsoft technologies, the conference content and its impact extend far beyond that. Sinergija has become synonymous with all that is new and relevant in the broader IT and business landscape.
Online Presentation-Webinar 22 Nov 2025 for the Azure and AI Show User Group