Thanasis Vappas
Athens
Summary
Dedicated Data communications professional with exceptional leadership, training and management skills. Accustomed to making decisions independently and driven to strengthen policies and procedures to enhance operations. Skilled in reviewing and improving strategic plans.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Hi-Pro Electronics
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained SCADA / HMI software, ensuring system integrity and security protocols with Inductive Automation Technologies
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement automated solutions for process optimization.
- Developed project plans identifying key issues, approaches and performance metrics.
IT and Vessels Administrator
TMS Group (ex. Cardiff Marine)
03.2009 - 02.2023
- Installation and maintenance of satellite communications, IT infrastructure, office hardware and software onboard TMS Group vessels
- Design, implementation and support of several Manning and Site Offices with TMS Group premises
- IT Infrastructure Support at TMS Group main office.
- Oversaw vendor relations, negotiating contracts that resulted in cost savings for organization.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Reduced overhead costs through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify technology needs and implemented appropriate solutions for improved workflow efficiency.
- Resolved critical incidents swiftly via remote assistance or on-site troubleshooting, ensuring minimal business disruption.
- Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
IT Administrator
General Bank of Greece
12.2005 - 03.2009
- Administration and technical support of SGCF (Societe General Consumer Finance) 'General Cards S.A.' company's network and Call Center
- The topology of this network includes two more companies, the SGSF Hellas Finance Consumer and SGSF Hellas Finance Lease & Trade
- Design, implementation and technical support of SGCF 'Easy Finance S.A.' company's Data network based at Nicosia, Cyprus
- Respective network was supported via Site to Site VPN implementation by SGCF 'General Cards S.A.'.
- Streamlined IT support processes with effective ticketing systems and prioritization methods for rapid issue resolution.
- Resolved critical incidents swiftly via remote assistance or on-site troubleshooting, ensuring minimal business disruption.
Laboratories Cooperator
Electronics Department of the T.E.I. Lamia
02.2002 - 06.2004
- Worked in 'Microelectronics VLSI' theory and laboratory
- Worked in 'Low Frequency Electronics' laboratory
- Worked in 'Microcomputer / Microprocessor applications' laboratory.
IT Administrator
T.E.I. of Athens
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Administration and technical support of 'Hellenic Investments Business Consultants S.A.' company's Data Network under team of T.E.I. of Athens, Electronics Department.
- IT Administration and technical support of data network of Electronics Department of T.E.I of Athens
- Implementation of networking infrastructure for students welcoming room.
Education
Master of Science - Data Communications Systems
Brunel University
Athens2005
Degree in Electronics Engineering - Department of Electronics
T.E.I. of Lamia
Lamia, Greece2001
Lucent Authorized Security Professional -
ISSUS S.A.
Athens, Greece2006
Inductive Automation Ignition Credential -
Inductive Automation
02.2024
Skills
- IT Infrastructure
- System Security
- Network Security
- VPN configurations
- Virtualization Technologies
- WAN Acceleration technologies
- SCADA Ignition
- Team Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
- Critical Thinking
Book Publishing
Microelectronic VLSI Laboratory exercises, 9604180657, Τζιόλας publications, 2005, Dr. Kotsos Vasilios, Vappas Athanasios
Microcomputer / Microprocessor applications – Laboratory exercises
Publications
Access Authentication with Smart Card over the Internet: A Case Study in E-Commerce., 3rd WSEAS International Conference on E-Activities, November 2004, WSEAS TRANSACTIONS on INFORMATION SCIENCE and APPLICATIONS, Issue 5, Volume 1, 1400 – 1404
3rd WSEAS International Conference on E-Activities, Oct. 2004, Crete, Greece, Access Authentication with Smart Card over the Internet: A Case Study in E-Commerce.
2nd International Conference on Information Communication Technologies in Health, Jul 2004, Samos, Greece, Access Authentication with Smart Card over the Internet: A Case Study in a Social Security Organization
Languages
Greek
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/16/1978
Timeline
Project Manager
Hi-Pro Electronics
03.2023 - Current
IT and Vessels Administrator
TMS Group (ex. Cardiff Marine)
03.2009 - 02.2023
IT Administrator
General Bank of Greece
12.2005 - 03.2009
Laboratories Cooperator
Electronics Department of the T.E.I. Lamia
02.2002 - 06.2004
IT Administrator
T.E.I. of Athens
01.2001 - 01.2004
Master of Science - Data Communications Systems
Brunel University
Degree in Electronics Engineering - Department of Electronics
T.E.I. of Lamia
Lucent Authorized Security Professional -
ISSUS S.A.
Inductive Automation Ignition Credential -
Inductive Automation
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