About the founder
A. Al-Azari
MSc Cloud and Network Security • 17 Years in IT
I founded Swift Create to give small organisations access to the kind of cyber security expertise that was previously only available to large enterprises. Plain English. No jargon. No unnecessary complexity.
Background
17 years. One clear focus.
I have spent 17 years working across the IT industry, with the last decade focused specifically on cloud and network security. I hold a Master of Science in Cloud and Network Security, and have spent my career helping organisations of all sizes understand and manage their cyber risk.
Over the years, I have worked with businesses ranging from small GP practices to multi-site care providers and growing SMEs. I have conducted hundreds of security audits, helped organisations achieve Cyber Essentials certification, guided care sector clients through the NHS DSPT framework, and responded to real-world incidents including data breaches, ransomware, and unauthorised account access.
I founded Swift Create because I kept seeing the same problem: small organisations being sold overcomplicated, expensive security solutions they did not need, or being left entirely without support because they could not afford enterprise pricing. Swift Create exists to fix that.
My approach
Why clients work with me
I work with real businesses
Not enterprises with dedicated security teams. My clients are care home managers, GP practice leads, and small business owners who need clear, actionable help.
I'm independent
Swift Create doesn't sell software, hardware, or managed services contracts. My only product is honest advice, and every recommendation is genuinely in your interest.
I've seen what goes wrong
After 17 years in the industry, I've investigated breaches, responded to incidents, and rebuilt systems after attacks. That experience shapes the practical approach I bring.
Qualifications
Expertise and credentials
Formal qualifications backed by 17 years of hands-on experience.
MSc Cloud and Network Security
Master of Science in Cloud and Network Security
Postgraduate study covering cloud infrastructure security, network defence, cryptography, and risk governance.
Microsoft 365 Security
Cloud Platform Administration and Hardening
Hands-on experience securing Microsoft 365 tenants, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Entra ID, aligned to NCSC and Microsoft security baselines.
Google Workspace Security
Cloud Platform Administration and Hardening
Extensive hands-on experience securing Google Workspace environments for SMBs, charities, and regulated health and care organisations.
DSPT Specialist
NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit
Deep working knowledge of the DSPT framework, supporting health and care organisations in achieving and maintaining compliance.
Network Security Engineering
Enterprise and SMB Network Architecture
17 years of hands-on experience designing, auditing, and hardening network infrastructure across a wide range of sectors.
What you get
What you get with Swift Create
Postgraduate-level security expertise at SMB-friendly pricing
Plain-English reports written for decision-makers, not just IT teams
Sector-specific knowledge across health, care, and professional services
No upselling of software, hardware, or unnecessary services
UK GDPR and NHS DSPT compliance experience built in
A single, accountable point of contact throughout every engagement
Rapid response for incidents, with clear communication at every stage
Flexible engagements from one-off audits to ongoing advisory support
Ready to get started?
Book a free 20-minute introductory call. No obligation, no sales pitch. Just an honest conversation about what your organisation needs.