Power Platform Microsoft Azure

LYUDMILA ZHAROVA

917-***-****, ***********@*****.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyudmila-zharova-5b4a92b/ OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position focused on the architecture, administration, and development of enterprise solutions leveraging SharePoint (on-premises and Online), Power Platform, Office 365, and Microsoft Azure SUMMARY

I am results-driven, highly motivated, security-focused SharePoint Specialist with a master’s in information, Network, and Computer Security and over 13 years of experience designing, securing, and optimizing enterprise-grade SharePoint ecosystems. Known for bridging technical precision with strategic foresight, I’ve led multi-farm deployments, architected seamless migrations to SharePoint Online, and implemented governance models that balance usability with compliance. My work spans vulnerability assessments, secure automation, and performance tuning—all grounded in a deep understanding of identity, access, and data protection. I thrive in collaborative environments where complex problems meet structured thinking, and where secure, scalable solutions empower both users and organizations. Technologies/Tools SharePoint & Related Tools: SharePoint 2007 / 2010 / 2013 / 2016 / 2019, SharePoint 2022 Subscription Edition, SharePoint Framework (SPFx), Copilot Studio, SharePoint Designer, InfoPath

Microsoft Power Platform & Reporting: Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate, OneDrive, Reporting Services, Crystal Reports, MS Excel, MS Access

Development & Programming Languages: .NET Core, Microsoft .NET, ASP.NET, VB.Net, C#, Visual Basic, VSTO, Win32 API, JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular, HTML 4/5, CSS, AJAX, SOAP, WCF, MVC, XSLT, XML, LINQ, Python, ColdFusion

Development Tools & IDEs: Visual Studio Code, MS Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server (TFS), ClearCase, ClearQuest

Databases: MS SQL, Oracle, MongoDB, JDEdwards, PeopleSoft, Lawson Security & Monitoring Tools: Nessus, Nagios

Documentation & Collaboration Tools: Confluence, Jira, Lotus Notes, MS Visio

Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, VBA

APIs & Integration: REST APIs

Cloud Computing Platforms & Services: AWS Console, Microsoft Azure, Office 365, NIST Zero Trust (800-207), ISO 27000

Other Tools & Frameworks: NGage, Active Directory

Operating Systems

Certifications

Windows Server, Linux

• Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals, Certification Number: H2E122-7CF585, Credential ID: CF8AC8F3D8ED8228, Earned on: June 2023

• NSTISSI-4011 National Training Standard for Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professionals, Earned in 2015

• Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems, Earned in 2016, Coursera Course Certificate, License CXN793S9G5TK

• Microsoft Certified Professional, Certification number: ACM2C3- 5348D, Earned on: April 15, 2012

• Microsoft Certified IT Professional: SharePoint Administrator 2010, Certification number: 4460E7-1V4645, Earned on: April 27, 2011

• Certified Technology Specialist: SharePoint 2010, Configuration, Certification number: 355660-AQ10E3, Earned on: March 21, 2011

• Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: SharePoint 2010, Application Development Charter Member Certification Number: 3733DB-463C38, Earned on: January 8, 2011

Experience

2016-2017

April 2024

August 2025

June 2023 -

April 2024

SharePoint 2016 Migration to SharePoint Online (Side Projects) Lintech Global, McLean, VA

System Engineer, SharePoint Developer /SharePoint Administrator

• Configured SharePoint Permission, including clearing and assigning permissions via PowerShell script.

• Conducted SharePoint vulnerability assessment using Nessus scan.

• Implementation of SharePoint Security Updates (CU) with minimal interruption in multi-server load balanced farm on regular basis, including the latest SharePoint Zero Day vulnerabilities patching.

• Performed troubleshooting and optimizing SharePoint Search, including creation of new Index partition using PowerShell.

• Automated content cleanup using custom code.

• Created technical documentation in using Confluence.

• Maintained heathy and secure SharePoint environment by instantly reacting on Nagios alert.

• Provisioning/configuring various sites via PowerShell script.

• Conducted custom SharePoint Workflow troubleshooting.

• Created custom scripts for SharePoint cleanup of orphan features and other artifacts.

• Designed and implemented custom solutions for handling big SharePoint libraries and improve findability.

• Managed SharePoint sites decommission via PowerShell script.

• Conducted SharePoint performance optimization and troubleshooting on regular basis.

• Worked with Jira, Confluence and ServiceNow software to keep track of tasks, documentations, incidents, change requests and emergency break fixes.

• Participated in servers decommissioning using security best practices. Supported SQL Server version upgrades with zero downtime for SharePoint by leveraging aliasing strategies to abstract database connections.

iVision Consulting, Rockville, MD

SharePoint Developer/Administrator

August 2019 –

March 2023

• Developed PowerShell scripts to discover the permissions for unauthorized Users and Groups in SharePoint farm to output into csv file.

• Developed PowerShell script to remove the permissions from unauthorized Users and Groups found in the discovery output.

• Developed PowerShell script to restore the removed permissions from removal output file in case something breaks after running the removal script.

• Using PowerShell, created automated email notifications with Search Crawl results to alert Application Support Team regarding crawl status and unexpected crawl duration.

• Created SharePoint CU updates strategy with minimal interruption in multi-server network balanced farm.

• Worked with Jira, Confluence and ServiceNow software to keep track of tasks, documentations, incidents, change requests and emergency break fixes.

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP, New York, NY

SharePoint Developer / Administrator

• Configured Secure Protocols and Cipher Suites by prioritizing TLS 1.2 and 1.3, disabling older, less secure versions like TLS 1.0 and 1.1.

• Performed Certificate Renewals on regular basis, using new private keys.

• Consolidated and upgraded SharePoint 2013 to SharePoint 2019, including upgrading of numerous custom solutions.

• Configured Single Sign On (SSO).

• Communicated with team management to ensure the project deadlines are met by presenting the demo and test results.

• Installed and configured Power BI Desktop, including reports creation and publishing.

• Installed and configured SharePoint 2022 Subscription Edition.

• Configured Microsoft Office 365 One Drive for Business for co- authoring.

• Led the architecture and implementation of a custom search solution that retrieved tailored results from a backend database via Business Connectivity Services (BCS).

• Developed custom display templates for search results, Search refiners, including development of autocomplete dropdown refiner template for SharePoint 2019.

• Developed custom web parts using server-side and client-side scripts.

• Implemented and maintained Office Online Server infrastructure to ensure reliable document services and compliance within SharePoint deployments.

• Implemented OneDrive for Business integration with SharePoint for co- authoring.

• Created databases, tables, views, jobs, & database backup/restore in MS SQL.

• Worked extensively with 3d party solution: nGage (based on Microsoft Power Platform) to help create insights for SharePoint usage.

• Learned and utilized K2 workflow basic, Contact Express basic, Contact Express Templates basic creation.

• Developed custom client-side script for Document Libraries content update.

Dec.2011-

July 2019

Feb.2011 -

Stroz Friedberg, LLC/Aon, New York, NY

SharePoint Architect / Collaboration Engineer

• Helped the company by compiling and structuring documentation required for ISO 27000 certification.

• Performed Certificate Renewals on regular basis, using new private keys.

• Worked on establishing SharePoint enterprise governance model and security policies.

• Worked with Forensic team to recover corrupted SharePoint databases.

• Configured Microsoft Office 365 One Drive for Business for business collaboration between different groups of users.

• Worked as a part of the international team to architect, support and enhance SharePoint environment and solutions.

• Created SharePoint CU updates strategy with minimal interruption in multi-server network balanced farm.

• Gathered and analyzed business requirements for design specifications for new applications and enhancements of existing applications with security, usability and extensibility in mind.

• Participated in architecting solutions to solve functionality, usability and support gaps for collaborative environments in accordance with best practices.

• Troubleshooted multiple applications written In Python.

• Develop web applications utilizing C#, ASP.net, SharePoint, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, and CSS including Webparts, Event Receivers, Timer Jobs, Custom VS Workflows.

• Managed and configured multi farm, load balanced SharePoint environment.

• Developed VSTO solutions for document-level customization for Excel 2013 and Microsoft Word.

• Translated business requirements from the Strategy and Steering Committee into SharePoint solutions.

• Evaluated and scaled out additional services and features to support business requirements.

• Evaluated third-party solution packages to save companies’ time and resources.

• Managed Operational Support System project - IT solution targeted to support the business processes by providing integration and automation of the interdepartmental workflows.

• Developed PowerShell scripts for different business processes automation.

• Integrated different Enterprise Solutions with SharePoint platform.

• Supervised the projects including design and implementation of internet-facing sites for external customers for the financial sector.

• Experienced project manager skilled in managing all phases of the project lifecycle including projects specifications, initiation to closure, ensuring on time and within-budget delivery.

• Deployed and supported Microsoft SharePoint

2007/2010/2013/2016/SharePoint Online/O365.

• Consolidated and upgraded SharePoint 2007/2010/2013 to SharePoint 2016.

MF Global, New York, NY

SharePoint Solution Architect

Dec.2011

April 2010 -

Feb.2011

December 2009 -

March 2010

• Interacted directly with power users to understand how applications are used at the firm by mapping client requirements to the technical implementation by researching and evaluating potential solutions.

• Analyzed and identified potential risks and barriers in assigned project, collaborating with stakeholders to develop and implement proactive mitigation strategies.

• Applied a hybrid Agile-Waterfall approach, ensuring project delivery aligned with both rapid iteration requirements and structured client needs including time and cost estimates.

• Analyzed, documented, and streamlined existing business processes and associated application software to improve efficiency and reduce errors.

• Developed enhancements to existing MOSS 2007 collaboration-based site.

• Integrated Excel Services with SharePoint for Rendering Excel workbooks in the browser with ability to control security.

• Designed custom drill-down Dashboards for Procurement department.

• Automated WSP Deployment via PowerShell script.

• Created Timer Jobs, Custom InfoPath forms, Custom Webparts, Custom Workflow for ‘New Business Initiative’ project, Custom Dashboards.

• Conducted continuous application and system troubleshooting.

• Created SharePoint training bi-weekly newsletters.

• Prepared Migration Plans from SharePoint 2007 to SharePoint 2010. MRM Worldwide, New York, NY

SharePoint Developer

• Prepared Migration Plans from SharePoint 2007 to SharePoint 2010.

• Developed enhancements to existing MOSS 2007 collaboration-based site created from custom site definitions:

WSP Deployment

Custom user controls & master pages

Custom field controls

Custom Workflow

ONET.XML

Search customization

Page layouts

3c Company, Prinston, NJ

SharePoint Developer

Document Submission Tool - to automate a current manual Protocol Process for the Scientific Office (SO) of Novartis:

• Created custom connectible Webparts, event handlers for the lists, web services, reports, and application pages.

• Created Coordinator Review Overview screen by implementing and customizing SPGridView control.

October 2009 –

November 2009

BGB, New York, NY

SharePoint Solution Architect

• Implemented MOSS Installation and Farm Configuration.

• Created functional specifications and designed BGB Time Management System based on gathered business requirements.

• Created mockup of Timesheets module by leveraging Telerik RadCalander control into SharePoint application page to interact with DataView Webpart.

April 2009 – August

2009

TBS Shipping Services, Yonkers, NY

SharePoint Developer

• TBS Claims Forms – implementing an electronic means of claims management.

• Implemented MOSS Installation and SharePoint Farm Configuration.

• Created and managed web applications, site collections, sites, users.

• Designed InfoPath form with custom workflow.

• Created solution packages for workflow deployment.

• Implemented custom navigation for site collections.

• Created custom Webparts.

2000 -

November 2008

Related, New York, NY

Senior Programmer/Analyst

• Developed Network aware application using C++ function call, using Visual Basic and Microsoft Exchange to split domain users.

• Configured MOSS 2007 server components.

• Created and configured portals.

• Provided SharePoint Backup and Restore Procedures.

• Managed SharePoint Sites and users.

• Created workflows with SharePoint Designer 2007 and forms with InfoPath 2007.

• Customized and developed web parts.

• Developed and implemented: Filing System – assisting the Corporate Office (TRC) to organize and to keep track of the paper document system. As an additional feature, manual typing and handwriting of file labels were replaced by printing them on a label printer.

• Redesigned Account Payable and Wire Transfer Systems for Lawson, SQL, Oracle, PeopleSoft and JDEdwards platforms.

Education

Clearence

MS., NYIT - New York Institute of Technology, master’s degree, Information, Network, and Computer Security (2016), NY

Public Trust

References Furnished upon request.

Training

• Microsoft Power Platform (Collab365)

• Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Learn AI Bootcamp for Developers.

• Mastering the SharePoint Framework, by Voitanos, https://www.voitanos.io/library

• Developing Windows Azure and Web Services, New Horizons

• Building Web Applications with Angular, Learning Tree International

• SANS: DEV522: Defending Web Applications Security Essentials - Course

• OWASP AppSec USA, NYC

• SSAS Workshop, NYC, Pragmatic Works

• Programming a Microsoft SQL Server Database, New Horizons, NYC

• Essential SharePoint for Developers, DevelopMentor SharePoint Brand Camp, Ted Pattison Group

• Programming a Microsoft SQL Server Database, New Horizons, NYC

• Programming With Microsoft ADO.NET, New Horizons, NYC

• Developing XML Web Services Using Microsoft ASP.NET, New Horizons, NYC

• Developing Microsoft ASP.Net Web Applications Using Visual Studio .NET, New Horizons, NYC

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