Giovanni Annino

Qualities

Leadership: I excel by making informed decisions, fostering teamwork, delegating responsibilities effectively, and upholding the highest quality standards in every project.

Problem Solving & Planning: I take a proactive approach to planning and possess strong problem-solving skills, which allow me to devise innovative solutions that effortlessly meet specific requirements.

Organisational Skills: I have excellent organizational abilities and adapt and remain flexible in my work. I am skilled at multitasking and prioritizing tasks to ensure all assignments are completed within deadlines. I thrive under pressure and consistently achieve targets. I welcome challenges and boast a solid track record of high performance in demanding situations.

Technical Experience: My extensive technical expertise spans various technology stacks, including CodePipeline, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible, Cisco IOS, Microsoft Server platforms, and Unix/Linux servers. My speciality lies in delivering top-notch Cloud infrastructure services.

Customer Focus: I am dedicated to making decisions, prioritising customer satisfaction, and inspiring my teams to incorporate outstanding customer service into every facet of their work.

Continuous Improvement: I am keen to recognize growth opportunities and effectively support others in their development journey. With an analytical mindset and problem-solving solid approach, I efficiently prioritize tasks to adapt to rapidly changing environments.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: My exceptional communication and relationship-building skills allow me to forge connections quickly and create rapport with individuals from all backgrounds.

Key Skills

• Project Scheduling, Rollout, and Delivery
• Complex Cloud-Based Solutions
• Solution Architecture (AWS, Azure, Softlayer/IBM)
• Security Testing and Implementation
• Network Infrastructure Design
• Client Consultancy Project Management

Professional Profile

As a results-driven IT leader, I specialize in migrations and reconfiguring intricate IT environments, with a proven track record in deploying innovative product solutions that prioritize scalability, sustainability, and security. I have spearheaded the design and implementation of advanced cloud-based infrastructures, consistently achieving successful project outcomes that drive significant business transformation.

My strong decision-making skills, ability to motivate teams, and focus on quality enable me to approach every initiative with a customer-centric mindset. My unwavering commitment to continuous improvement, effective crisis management, and proactive risk mitigation has consistently led to successful project deliveries and outstanding performance, even under pressure.

Work Experience

Senior Data Platform Engineer | NatWest Group, London | September 2021 – Present

• Leading the Data Lake Cloud Engineering team at NatWest Group, I spearhead the development of cutting-edge features and solutions, leveraging AWS native functionality and strategic third-party integrations to enhance data analytics and drive business growth.
• Through meticulous Terraform code reviews and upgrade planning, I ensure the highest levels of security and AWS IAM compliance, safeguarding sensitive data and mitigating potential risks.
• Performed impact assessments of proposed cross-platform changes, enhancing process efficiency and functionalities.

Senior Technical Specialist | Aevi Ltd, London | July 2019 – September 2021

• As a Senior Technical Specialist at Aevi Ltd, I orchestrated a team of five talented Platform Engineers, overseeing various projects from inception to completion in a multi-cloud environment.
• My focus on enhancing security governance within the Terraform Infrastructure as Code (IaC) framework has led to the creation of a PCI-certifiable environment, upholding data integrity and regulatory compliance.

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer | Solarcentury Holding LTD, London | April 2016 – July 2019

• Engaged in maintenance and monitoring of cloud systems, actively enhancing system capabilities.
• Implemented security-focused measures and infrastructure restructuring for enhanced resiliency.

System and Network Field Engineer | Streym LTD, London | December 2013 – December 2015

• Provided comprehensive support and maintenance for cloud systems, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Contributed to the installation of monitoring tools, firewall configurations, and network devices management.

Network Administrator | Salini S.p.A., Roma | June 2011 – May 2012

• Facilitated network integration and management, deploying innovative solutions for dynamic environments.
• Successfully implemented projects for server migration and network optimization in challenging locations.

External and Occasional ITC | Area Advisor, Siracusa | June 2003 – December 2007)

• Advised multiple businesses on IT solutions, including H.P.S. Technology S.r.l, Tarantello Typography, Fotomania Studio, SLAF S.r.l, and Sertecav S.r.l.

Education and Training

Independent Coursework

• CEH v7
• Penetration Tester’s Open Source Toolkit
• Introduction to Modern Cryptography
• NMAP cookbook
• Wireless Network 4G

NatWest Group Coursework

• 2021 – Amazon Web Services Virtual – Building Data Lakes on AWS
• 2021 – Amazon Web Services Virtual – Practical Data Science with Amazon SageMaker
• 2021 – Amazon Web Services Virtual – MLOps Engineering on AWS
• 2021 – Amazon Web Services Virtual – Advanced Architecting on AWS
• 2021 – Amazon Web Services Virtual – The Machine Learning Pipeline on AWS

Solarcentury Holdings Ltd. Coursework

• 2018– Amazon Web Services London – Architecting on AWS

Streym LTD. Coursework

• 2015- 642-813, 632-832, 642-902, 632-832 CCNP Routing, Switching and TShoot
• 2014- 640-554 CCNA Security

Gruppomega S.p.A. Coursework

• 2009- CentOS Linux & Optenet Proxy management and troubleshooting
• 2008 – Cisco Course 640-802 CCNA