Spiros Xiarchos

Systems Administrator

About Me

Hey there, I’m Spiros, a Systems Administrator and a graduate from the Department of Informatics at the Ionian University.

After building a solid foundation in Networking (Cisco, MikroTik, Ubiquiti) and Systems Administration (Windows/Linux/MacOS), I am deepening my expertise in modern DevOps and automation practices.

Currently, I’m actively working with, and further exploring, technologies such as:

  • Automation (Ansible/n8n)
  • Docker Container Orchestration (Nomad/Kubernetes)
  • Infrastructure Orchestration (Terraform)
  • Pipelines (Jenkins)
  • Cloud Services (AWS/OCI)

Technical skills are not the only area I have developed through my experience. My peers describe me as a valuable team member, who knows how to work under strict deadlines and still provide quality results.

Experience

Systems and Network Administrator

Freelance, Athens GR

06/2021 - Present

  • Designed and implemented scalable network architectures for diverse client environments, from small business to enterprise-level deployments.
  • Deployed containerized applications and microservices architecture using Docker and orchestration platforms.
  • Implemented Infrastructure as Code practices using Terraform for cloud resource provisioning and management.
  • Built and maintained CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for automated application deployment and testing.
  • Administered hybrid cloud environments (AWS/OCI) including compute, storage, and networking services.
  • Configured automated backup solutions and disaster recovery procedures ensuring business continuity
  • Developed custom automation scripts and workflows using Ansible and n8n for system administration tasks.

ICT Engineer

Marpoint Ltd, Marousi GR

04/2023 - Present

  • Automated infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Ansible and Rundeck.
  • Configured and maintained enterprise networking infrastructure (MikroTik/Ubiquiti routers, switches, APs, 4G-5G antennas) ensuring high availability and performance.
  • Deployed, managed, and maintained Docker containers, troubleshooting containerized applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Administered Windows Server environments including Active Directory, managing user authentication and enterprise security policies through PowerShell scripting and automation.
  • Architected and deployed virtualized infrastructure using Proxmox, optimizing resource allocation and system availability.
  • Deployed, managed, and maintained Docker containers, troubleshooting containerized applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Developed comprehensive technical documentation and standard operating procedures for infrastructure deployments and system integrations.

Systems and Network Administrator

Intercompass MPD, Glyfada GR

03/2022 - 03/2023

  • Architected and deployed enterprise network infrastructure using MikroTik and Cisco equipment, ensuring scalable and secure connectivity.
  • Administered multi-platform server environments including Linux, Windows Server, and virtualized systems using Proxmox.
  • Managed cloud-based services and hosting platforms (WHM cPanel, DirectAdmin, Microsoft 365, Exchange Server).
  • Implemented network monitoring and management solutions for proactive system maintenance.
  • Created detailed technical documentation for system configurations, network topology, and operational procedures.

Network Administrator

NET 7, Corfu GR

01/2020 - 02/2022

  • Managed and optimized WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) network infrastructure using Ubiquiti and MikroTik equipment.
  • Administered network monitoring systems and performance optimization for wireless broadband services.
  • Implemented network automation scripts for routine maintenance and configuration management.

Network Engineer/IT Support

Messinian Networks, Kalamata GR

06/2016 - 12/2019

  • Provided comprehensive IT infrastructure support for multiple client environments.
  • Deployed and maintained virtualized server environments using VMware vSphere.
  • Configured and administered MikroTik networking equipment.
  • Troubleshot network connectivity, configuration, and performance issues.

Education

B.Sc. Informatics

Ionian University, Corfu GR

10/2015 - 09/2023

Specialization in Information Systems.

Thesis: Deployment of Web Application for Diabetes Patient Registry Management

Main courses follow:

  • Electronic Commerce/Information Systems and Supply Management
  • Analysis and Design of Information Systems/Strategic Management of Information Systems
  • Software, Application, Communications and Network Security/Information System Security Management
  • Information Privacy Policies and Enhancing Technologies/Social and Legal Issues of ICTs

Certifications