Network Engineer & Technical Consultant

Athanasios Thomoglou

IT professional with 10+ years across healthcare and energy sectors, specializing in Omada deployments, ICT infrastructure and L2–L4 support. Fluent in Greek, English, and French.

Experience 10+ years
Cloud AWS · Azure · GCP
Vendors Cisco · Ubiquiti · TP‑Link
Location Greece

About Me

Professional Summary

I am an ICT Analyst & Consultant with over 10 years of experience designing, installing, and maintaining secure and high-performance network infrastructures for businesses across the European Union. Specialized in providing solutions for AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud services using modern tools including Ansible, Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Skilled in multi-vendor environments including Cisco, Ubiquiti, and TP-Link, I specialize in configuring enterprise switches, routers, firewalls, and Wi‑Fi systems aligned with EU data protection standards, European cybersecurity regulations, and ISO 27001/27000 information security management frameworks.

I bring hands-on expertise in structured cabling, rack organization, and deploying tailored LAN, WAN, and wireless networks that support connectivity and productivity in enterprise and SME environments. My focus on network security, optimization, and compliance ensures businesses stay resilient amid evolving digital threats and regulatory frameworks such as GDPR and ISO standards.

Core Competencies

  • Network Infrastructure: Design, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise-grade networks
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP architecture and implementation
  • DevOps & Automation: Terraform, Ansible, Pulumi, GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes
  • Security & Compliance: ISO 27001/27000, GDPR, cybersecurity frameworks
  • Vendor Management: Cisco, Ubiquiti, TP‑Link, F5, multi-vendor integration
  • Languages: English (Full Professional), Greek (Native), French (Elementary)

Technical Skills

Network Engineering

Cisco IOS Ubiquiti UniFi TP‑Link Omada TCP/IP VPN VLAN Routing & Switching Firewalls IDS/IPS Suricata F5 BIG-IP

Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS Azure GCP Proxmox VMware Docker Kubernetes Infrastructure as Code

DevOps & Automation

Terraform Ansible Pulumi GitLab CI/CD Git Bash Scripting

Monitoring & Security

Nagios Prometheus Devo SIEM Veeam Backup Security Analytics Log Management

Programming & Development

PHP JavaScript Python C Swift SQL API Integration WordPress

IT Operations

L2–L4 Support System Administration RHEL Windows Server Active Directory Disaster Recovery

Specialized Tools

CAD GIS Technical Analysis Site Evaluation Structured Cabling

Professional Experience

May 2025 – Present

IT Network Operations Engineer

Astronet · Thessaloniki, Greece

Network Infrastructure & Deployment

  • Installed, configured, and maintained network infrastructure using multi‑vendor solutions (Cisco, Ubiquiti, TP‑Link)
  • Built and organized server racks, installed equipment, and managed structured cabling systems
  • Deployed and customized Wi‑Fi networks with access point programming and optimization
  • Configured switches, routers, and firewalls for secure LAN/WAN environments
  • Implemented VPN solutions and VLAN segmentation for enhanced security
  • Delivered end‑to‑end network solutions from planning to ongoing support
  • Performed network troubleshooting and performance optimization
Jun 2023 – May 2025

Information Technology Manager

Imperium Energy Services · Athens, Greece

Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Cloud Architecture

  • Led design, deployment, and management of complete IT infrastructure for energy operations
  • Architected network solutions using Cisco equipment, TP‑Link Omada Wi‑Fi, VPNs, and fiber connectivity
  • Implemented server virtualization with Proxmox, RHEL, and Windows Server environments
  • Integrated hybrid cloud infrastructure across AWS, GCP, and Azure platforms
  • Deployed Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Ansible, and Pulumi
  • Orchestrated containerized applications with Kubernetes for improved scalability
  • Enhanced security with Devo SIEM, improving threat detection by 40%
  • Managed backup and disaster recovery using Veeam solutions
  • Led L2–L4 IT support teams and established proactive monitoring with Nagios and Prometheus
  • Maintained ISO 27001 compliance through security audits and risk management
  • Achieved 50% faster provisioning through automation and DevOps practices
Nov 2022 – May 2025

IT Infrastructure Consultant

Private Consulting · Greece

Strategic IT Planning & Implementation

  • Planned and implemented IT strategies aligned with organizational goals
  • Oversaw systems, networks, and infrastructure projects across multiple clients
  • Evaluated and selected hardware, software, and service providers
  • Developed IT policies, procedures, and security protocols for GDPR compliance
  • Conducted technology assessments, audits, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Managed vendor relationships and IT budgets
  • Ensured business continuity through robust infrastructure design
Nov 2022 – May 2025

RES Technical Assistant · Project Development

Maximus Terra Enterprise · Greece

Renewable Energy Systems & Technical Analysis

  • Supported planning, design, and implementation of renewable energy projects (solar, wind, biomass)
  • Created technical drawings and layouts using CAD software
  • Leveraged GIS for spatial analysis and detailed site mapping
  • Performed site evaluations including irradiance, wind assessment, and topography analysis
  • Conducted environmental impact assessments and grid proximity studies
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams for project development
  • Managed land assessment, acquisition, and due diligence processes
Feb 2012 – May 2012

IT Manager

Kasapoglou Akoustika Kentra (Healthcare) · Greece

Healthcare IT Support & Compliance

  • Delivered comprehensive IT support for healthcare clinic operations
  • Ensured compliance with healthcare data protection regulations
  • Maintained stable network infrastructure for critical medical systems
  • Implemented secure data management practices

Education & Certifications

🎓 Certifications

OCNA (Omada Certified Network Administrator)

TP-Link Enterprise Network Solutions

Data Analytics Essentials

Cisco Networking Academy

Endpoint Security

Cisco Networking Academy

Perform Cloud Data Science with Azure ML

Microsoft Azure

Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions

Microsoft Azure

CCNA (In Progress)

Cisco Certified Network Associate

🎯 Key Achievements

  • ISO 27001 Certification: Successfully renewed and maintained ISO 27001 compliance for enterprise infrastructure
  • 50% Faster Provisioning: Achieved through automation frameworks and IaC implementation
  • 40% Improved Threat Detection: Enhanced security analytics using Devo SIEM platform
  • Multi-Vendor Expertise: Successfully deployed and integrated Cisco, Ubiquiti, and TP-Link solutions
  • Cloud Migration: Led hybrid cloud integration across AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Team Leadership: Managed L2-L4 support teams and IT engineers across multiple projects
ISO 27001 Compliance GDPR Expert DevOps Practitioner Cloud Architect Network Security Infrastructure Automation

Featured Projects

🌐

Enterprise Network Deployment

Astronet Infrastructure Projects

End-to-end network infrastructure for commercial buildings including structured cabling, TP-Link Omada Wi-Fi systems, Cisco switching, and security appliances.

TP-Link Omada Cisco Structured Cabling
☁️

Hybrid Cloud Architecture

Imperium Energy Infrastructure

Designed and implemented hybrid cloud infrastructure spanning AWS, Azure, and GCP with Kubernetes orchestration and Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Ansible.

AWS Azure Terraform Kubernetes
🔒

Security Operations Center

SIEM Implementation

Deployed Devo SIEM platform for enterprise security analytics, improving threat detection by 40% and establishing comprehensive log management and incident response workflows.

Devo SIEM Security Analytics ISO 27001
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Infrastructure Automation

DevOps Pipeline

Built automated provisioning and deployment pipelines using GitLab CI/CD, Ansible, and Pulumi, achieving 50% reduction in infrastructure deployment time.

Ansible GitLab CI/CD IaC
💻

WordPress Optimization Suite

Web Development & SEO

Performance tuning, security hardening, SEO optimization, and custom plugin development for various client websites including ASTRONet and community platforms.

WordPress PHP SEO
📱

Network Monitoring Dashboard

Custom Monitoring Solution

Developed custom network monitoring dashboards using Prometheus and Grafana for real-time infrastructure visibility and proactive alerting.

Prometheus Monitoring Python

Services

🔧 Technical Consulting

Comprehensive infrastructure assessments, technology roadmaps, and detailed technical documentation for enterprise IT environments.

  • IT Strategy & Planning
  • Infrastructure Audits
  • Technology Assessments
  • Vendor Evaluation

🌐 Network Implementation

End-to-end network design, deployment, security hardening, and ongoing monitoring and support services.

  • Network Design & Architecture
  • Security Implementation
  • Performance Optimization
  • 24/7 Monitoring & Support

☁️ Cloud & DevOps

Cloud migration strategies, Infrastructure as Code implementation, and DevOps pipeline automation.

  • AWS, Azure, GCP Solutions
  • Kubernetes Orchestration
  • CI/CD Pipeline Setup
  • Infrastructure Automation

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