Stelios Gasparinatos

Stelios Gasparinatos has a diverse work experience spanning 15 years. Stelios is currently the Chief Information Officer at finloup, where they are responsible for designing and implementing service architecture using cutting-edge technologies. Stelios also serves as the Security Officer and Data Protection Officer. Stelios leads a team of software engineers and is proficient in Python, Django, PHP, and JavaScript. Stelios integrates finloup's products with Payment Services, Openbanking APIs, and ecommerce platforms. Stelios develops APIs to facilitate easy integration and ecommerce plugins for platforms like Magento2, WooCommerce, and Shopify. Stelios evaluates new technologies and solutions related to Kyc, Payments, eSignature, and eCommerce Platforms. Stelios manages cloud systems in AWS and ensures compliance with information security and privacy regulations.

Prior to finloup, Stelios worked as an Information Security Consultant at Cyber Noesis. In this role, they were primarily responsible for providing information security and data protection services to corporations. Stelios managed information security projects, prepared corporations for ISO27001 certification, conducted risk assessments, and developed information security training programs. Stelios also specialized in securing ICS/SCADA systems for critical infrastructure and evaluating and selecting cost-effective security solutions.

Before joining Cyber Noesis, Stelios worked at ILKA S.A. as a Software Engineer and System Administrator for seven years. Stelios gained expertise in software development and system administration during this period.

Stelios began their career at Newsphone Hellas as a Customer Support - Office Clerk, where they worked for four years. This role provided valuable experience in customer service and office administration.

Overall, Stelios Gasparinatos has developed a strong technical and managerial skill set throughout their career, with a focus on information security, data protection, and software development.

Stelios Gasparinatos holds a Master's degree in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance from the University of Piraeus, which they obtained from 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the same university, completing their studies from 2005 to 2015. In addition to their academic qualifications, Stelios has acquired several certifications. Stelios obtained the "GDPR DPO Executive" certification from TÜV AUSTRIA HELLAS Inspection and Certification Body in January 2018. In November 2017, they obtained the "ISO 27001 Lead Auditor" certification from the same institution. Stelios also completed the "Elearning Program in Information Systems Security & Penetration Testing" from the Department of Banking and Financial Management at the University of Piraeus in April 2015. Stelios has also earned the "Project Management Professional (PMP)" certification from the Project Management Institute, which they obtained in December 2022. Additionally, Stelios holds the "Redhat Certified Linux Administrator" certification from Red Hat, which they obtained in April 2015.