Profile
Leveraging over 20 years of industry experience, my expertise centers on delivering practical AWS cloud solutions and training. For the past decade, I've been dedicated to building and securing robust AWS environments, helping businesses maximize their cloud investments.
From leading the first AWS re/Start cohort in Switzerland to establishing the first AWS Educate partnership in Cambodia, I've been deeply invested in growing the next generation of tech talents through cloud education. As an AWS Community Builder since 2020, I remain at the forefront of AWS advancements and education.
Those who have worked with me describe me as driven, versatile, an out-of-the-box thinker, and eager to learn and transmit knowledge. I'm passionate about translating complex AWS concepts into real-world solutions that drive results.
Seeking an experienced partner in AWS cloud architecture, security, optimization, or training? Let's explore how I can support your goals.
Work
Consultant, instructor & lecturer
Since Dec 2021, Self-employed
Working as freelancer in cybersecurity, AWS and instruction for various businesses and educational institutions.
- Webinar instructor at Securzy (monthly webinar AWS Security series)
- Authored Mastering AWS Security: Strengthen your cloud environment using AWS security features coupled with proven strategies (ISBN 1805125443)
- Authored course for CodeRed, EC-Council University platform (6 hours video recording)
- Cybersecurity Mentor for SpringBoard.com (weekly 1-to-1 mentoring)
- Guest lecturer for MyDigitalSchool, EPSI, Tera Campus and Simplon.co: Linux Advanced, DevSecOps, AppSec (Bachelor/Master), Cloud admin
- AWS IQ expert: consulting for various startups and SaaS providers - https://iq.aws/e/laumat
AWS re/Start Instructor — Powerhouse Lausanne
Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (6 months), Freelancer, Part-time (remote)
Led the AWS re/Start program instruction. 100% online.
- Selected and trained the first AWS re/Start cohort in Switzerland
- Mentored the students until their graduation and prepared them for the AWS CCP exam
- Coordinated other volunteers' instruction
Cloud Security Architect — Arkema
May 2021 - Dec 2021 (8 months), Freelancer, Part-time (remote)
Global Cybersecurity Architecture & Expertise Team.
- Cloud architectures security review
- Cloud migrations assessments
- DevSecOps and cyber-analytics tooling development for the AWS Cloud
Independent Consultant and Instructor — Secloudia
Oct 2020 - May 2021 (9 months), Self-employed, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Cybersecurity, cloud & AWS consultancy and training for various SMEs, NGOs and educational institutions.
- ISO 27001 readiness assessment
- AWS onboarding
- Security awareness
IT & Training Manager — Passerelles Numeriques (NGO)
Oct 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 yr 3 mo), Full-time, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Served for 15 months as International Solidarity Volunteer (French VSI) for an international NGO.
Responsible for the Systems & Network Administration (SNA) curriculum as well as the overall IT of the school (35 staff and 150 students). Led a team of 4 FTEs (2 SNA Trainers and 2 IT Officers).
- Developed cybersecurity and cloud computing modules
- Applied for the AWS Educate institution grant and embedded it into the SNA curriculum
- Moved IT labs from hardware-based to cloud-based amid COVID-19 school closure and beyond
- Boosted Google G Suite adoption and organized the training of all staff and students during COVID-19
- Established and maintained relationships with various partners (businesses, NGOs, government)
- Selected as part of the AWS Educate Cloud Ambassador 2020 cohort
Volunteer Cybersecurity Trainer — Passerelles Numeriques (NGO)
Apr 2019 - Jul 2019 (4 months), Vietnam / Philippines / Cambodia
Traveled for 4 months to the 3 countries where PN operates in Asia and delivered training in cybersecurity.
- Delivered training to students (2 weeks in Da Nang, Vietnam and 4 weeks in Cebu, Philippines)
- Mentored and trained the local IT & training team in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Senior Information Security Risk Analyst — ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
Oct 2013 - Dec 2018 (5 yrs 3 mo), Freelancer, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Information security risk assessment and advisory for the Corporate Information Security Office (CISO).
- Supported senior management in making risk-based decisions to achieve business objectives
- Identified and assessed risks in all aspects of information security for various projects
- Provided security advisory and architecture support during projects
- Performed vendor security assessments (e.g. BPO, cloud suppliers, data center inspection, etc.)
- Coordinated penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
- Monitored ongoing risks and tracked remediation
IT Operations Security Lead — CNES, the French National Space Agency
Oct 2012 - May 2013 (8 months), Consultant, Toulouse, France
IT security operations and outsourcing management for the CNES ICT Department.Assigned as a consultant for Scassi.
- Reviewed and oversaw the overall incident management process
- Reviewed vendors' security controls to ensure ongoing compliance with standards and policies
- Monitored security systems operations, performance, availability and capacity
- Reviewed and monitored security vulnerabilities and remediation activities
Information Security Consultant — Scassi
Jun 2012 - May 2013 (1 year), Full-time, Toulouse, France
R&D, presales, training delivery and consulting.
- Co-built the eLearning platform PHOSFOREA and authored courses in information security
- Delivered training in cloud computing security to IT auditors
CERT Senior Security Analyst — European Space Agency (ESA)
Oct 2010 - Jun 2012 (1 yr 8 mo), Consultant, Rome, Italy
ESA's Computer Emergency Response Team (ESACERT). This division is responsible for providing capability to deal with all aspects of cybersecurity within the overall ESA organization.Assigned as a consultant for Verizon Business.
- Led incident response and threat hunting
- Performed malware analysis and forensics activities
- Performed security & vulnerability assessments and monitored findings resolution
- Co-organized and delivered yearly security awareness campaigns and seminars for all ESA sites
Senior Security Consultant — Verizon Business
Apr 2006 - Jun 2012 (6 years 2 mo), Full-time, Luxembourg / Italy
Verizon Business Professional Services EMEA. Worked for various Public-sector, SME & Enterprise customers.
- Designed, tested, deployed and supported security infrastructures and systems in complex environments
- Performed security audits, reviews and assessments
- Developed security policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures
- Delivered security coaching and training
Guest Lecturer — Université de Lorraine
2005 - 2010 (5 years), Part-time, France
Gave lectures to Bachelor students (app. 30 hours every year).
Security Analyst — Cybertrust
Jul 2004 - Apr 2006 (1 yr 10 mo), Full-time, Luxembourg
Security Operations Center (SOC) environment in a 24x7x365 shift work schedule providing Managed Security Services to various customers.
- Analyzed logs, security trends, investigated intrusion detection alerts and handled security incidents
- Security/system administration on firewalls, IDPS, routers, VPNs, proxies and various Linux/Unix servers
Internship in system & network administration — La SNET
Feb 2004 - May 2004 (4 months), France
Education
Master's Degree, Management & Business Engineering — EM Strasbourg
2009 - 2010, Part-time, Strasbourg, France
Project management, sales & marketing, strategy.