Credentials
Microsoft Certifications & Exams
Kristopher Turner holds 8 active Microsoft certifications across Azure architecture, security, hybrid infrastructure, and identity — backed by 16 passed exams and over 15 years of hands-on experience.
Certification Overview
Active Certifications
Expert & Associate Level
Role-based certifications demonstrating advanced proficiency in Azure architecture, security, and hybrid infrastructure.
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Cert #DDFEG0-241C1D — Earned Jun 2020 · Expires Sep 2026. Expertise in designing cloud and hybrid solutions on Microsoft Azure.
Azure Security Engineer Associate
Cert #F7A9V3-7DE2F5 — Earned Oct 2022 · Expires Oct 2026. Implements security controls, manages identity and access, and protects data and applications in Azure.
Security Operations Analyst Associate
Cert #81Y1EA-646F83 — Earned Apr 2023 · Expires Apr 2026. Investigates, responds to, and hunts for threats using Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender.
Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
Cert #Z0E8B6-2268E7 — Earned Nov 2022 · Expires Nov 2026. Configures and manages Windows Server on-premises, hybrid, and IaaS workloads.
Active Certifications
Fundamentals & Specialist
Foundation-level and specialist certifications that do not expire.
Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Cert #C5CCWC-3E5DB4 — Earned Oct 2022 · No Expiration. Foundational knowledge of security, compliance, and identity across Microsoft services.
Azure Fundamentals
Cert #993F6W-D6D503 — Earned Apr 2019 · No Expiration. Foundational understanding of Azure cloud concepts, services, and management tools.
MCTS: System Center 2012 Configuration Manager
Cert #7899C6-40F1F6 — Earned Jul 2013 · No Expiration. Administering and deploying System Center 2012 Configuration Manager.
Microsoft Certified Professional
Cert #C2214C-3DC7BJ — Earned Apr 2012 · No Expiration. Foundation certification validating core IT professional skills.
Exam History
Passed Exams
16 exams passed spanning Azure architecture, security, hybrid infrastructure, and systems management.
Microsoft Security Operations Analyst — Apr 2023
Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop — Jan 2023
Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services — Nov 2022
Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure — Nov 2022
Microsoft Azure Security Technologies — Oct 2022
Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals — Oct 2022
Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions — Sep 2022
Configuring and Operating a Hybrid Cloud with Azure Stack Hub — Jan 2021
Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies — Jun 2020
Microsoft Azure Architect Design — Jun 2020
Microsoft Azure Infrastructure and Deployment — May 2019
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals — Apr 2019
Configuring and Operating a Hybrid Cloud with Azure Stack — Jun 2018
TS: Administering and Deploying System Center 2012 Configuration Manager — Jul 2013
TS: Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deploying — Apr 2012
Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager 2007, Configuring — Dec 2011
Historical
Historical Certifications
Previously held certifications — expired or retired. These represent the breadth of Kristopher's career in Microsoft technologies.
Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
Cert #272CA1-55VB44 — Earned Jan 2023 · Expired Jan 2026.
Azure Stack Hub Operator Associate
Cert #9AACAC-YA65F6 — Earned Mar 2021 · Expired Mar 2025.
Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Legacy)
Cert #087449-32DJD0 — Earned Jun 2020 · Expired Jun 2022.
Azure Administrator Associate (Legacy)
Cert #4C85E9-QC3FA3 — Earned May 2019 · Expired May 2022.
Azure Administrator Associate
Cert #AC8587-263B73 — Earned May 2019 · Expired Nov 2025.
MCTS: Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deployment
Cert #379954-AF4AD1 — Earned Apr 2012 · Retired.
MCTS: System Center Configuration Manager 2007
Cert #162A63-CD19FC — Earned Dec 2011 · Retired.
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