Gerasimos Tzakis

Gerasimos Tzakis has a diverse work experience in the field of technology. Gerasimos is currently working as a Network Automation Engineer at Network to Code since 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Professional Services Network Engineer at Uni Systems from 2021 to 2022, where they gained experience in various technologies like Load Balancing, Firewalls, and Cloud deployments while applying Automation/DevOps/IaC principles using tools like Ansible, Python, and Terraform.

Before that, Gerasimos worked as a Cyber Security Engineer at Odyssey CS from 2018 to 2020, where they integrated and administrated different security systems and networks. Gerasimos also worked as a Software Developer at Alexander Moore sa in 2017, where they were involved in development and maintenance projects for SAP B1 using Vb/C# .NET, SQL scripts-queries, and multiple DB servers.

Earlier in their career, they worked as a System Administrator at Prologic Sa in 2016, gaining experience in integrating and troubleshooting systems for customers, particularly in Linux systems. Gerasimos also worked at National Bank of Greece Leasing SA as a Junior System Administrator from 2015 to 2015, where they supported users, administrated Active Directory, and developed MS SQL scripts-queries and crystal reports for the local ERP system. Gerasimos initially started as an IT Intern at the same company.

Overall, Gerasimos has a strong background in network automation, professional services, cyber security, and software development, with a focus on using various technologies and tools to optimize processes and improve efficiency.

Gerasimos Tzakis obtained a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from Technologiko Ekpaideutiko Idrima, Athinas, where they studied from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, they have obtained various certifications including Citrix Certified Professional – App Delivery and Security (CCP-AppDS) and Citrix Certified Associate – App Delivery and Security (CCA-AppDS) from Citrix in 2021, Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 4: Certified Professional from Fortinet in 2021, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate from Microsoft in 2022, CloudGuard SaaS Administrator (CGSA) and CloudGuard IaaS Public Cloud Administrator (CCVSA) from Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd. in 2020, and Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) R80 from Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd. in 2019. Gerasimos has also completed a course titled "Build a Backend REST API with Python & Django - Advanced" from Udemy, and holds certifications such as Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) R80, TOTAL: CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-501), and edX Honor Code Certificate for Introduction to Linux, though the dates of completion for these certifications are not provided.