Yannick Tessa - Cloud Architect

Q: Where is Yannick based?

Yannick is based in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany .

Q: What languages does Yannick speak?

Yannick speaks the following languages: French (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Yannick have?

Yannick has at least 12 years of experience. During this time, Yannick has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 12 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year . Note that Yannick may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Yannick's latest experience?

Yannick's most recent position is Cloud Architect at Anonymous .

Q: What companies has Yannick worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Yannick has worked for Anonymous , Berlin Transport Authority , Schaeffler AG , Hessian Center for Data Processing , and Daimler .

Q: Which industries is Yannick most experienced in?

Yannick is most experienced in industries like Information Technology , Automotive , and Government and Administration . Yannick also has some experience in Professional Services , Insurance , and Transportation .

Q: Which business areas is Yannick most experienced in?

Yannick is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology , Operations , and Product Development . Yannick also has some experience in Project Management and Audit .

Q: Which industries has Yannick worked in recently?

Yannick has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Information Technology , and Government and Administration .

Q: Which business areas has Yannick worked in recently?

Yannick has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Product Development , and Operations .

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Bergisch Gladbach, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - Present

1 year 3 months

Cloud Architect

Anonymous

Implementing infrastructure-as-code (IaC) with Terraform to ensure a scalable, repeatable, and secure Azure infrastructure
Implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps
Managing container and server environments and AKS

Jul 2024 - Dec 2024

6 months

Cloud Engineer

Berlin Transport Authority

Migrating from Exchange to Microsoft Exchange Online and setting up the MS Azure platform
Specializing in cloud infrastructure with a focus on security aspects
Advising and supporting various IT service owners in planning, implementing, and documenting security measures for their IT services, including design
Implementing zero-trust principles and defense-in-depth architectures to enhance security
Setting up systems to detect attacks and protect digital accounts
Developing and implementing security concepts for Exchange Online and MS Azure

Sep 2023 - Jun 2024

10 months

Microsoft Azure Cloud Expert / Software Architect

Schaeffler AG

Migrating and stabilizing an application on the MS Azure Cloud
Troubleshooting requests for a web application in connection with a WAF
Configuring Azure cloud infrastructure
Designing public key infrastructures and identity solutions
Optimizing and ensuring the functionality of the application with the existing WAF
Deploying applications on AKS clusters for bulk data processing based on storage accounts combined with Logic App and Azure Function via Terraform automation and a CI/CD pipeline

Jan 2023 - Nov 2023

11 months

Microsoft Azure Cloud Expert / Software Architect

Hessian Center for Data Processing

Further developing, optimizing, and operating several systems in a public/private cloud environment
Conceptual work
Integrating public cloud services into a private cloud environment
Designing architecture for developing cloud-native applications
Advising and supporting development projects on cloud infrastructure

Aug 2021 - Jan 2023

1 year 6 months

Cloud and Software Architect

Daimler

Further developing, optimizing, and maintaining a CO2 measurement system in a private cloud environment
Handling technology and innovation topics such as cloud (especially Azure, AWS), SaaS, PaaS
Further developing the big data analytics cloud platform
Designing architecture for developing cloud-native applications
Acting as a central advisor on all technical aspects for product owners, development teams, and business architects
Developing and implementing a cloud security strategy

Mar 2021 - Dec 2021

10 months

Cloud DevOps Engineer

Deloitte

Design, implementation, and support of a technical solution for delivering a cloud-native analytics application (Trufa) based on SAP
Consulting and support for development projects regarding cloud infrastructure
Deployment and delivery of a data analytics application on a cloud-based environment
Automation of manual processes to improve the delivery process
Creation of architecture and technology guidelines

Sep 2020 - Dec 2020

4 months

DevOps

Bundesdruckerei

Designing, creating, and maintaining the continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline using modern frameworks like GitLab and Docker
Ensuring the operation and maintenance of the developed applications, including monitoring, logging, and security
Optimizing processes and interfaces in the department and connected systems to improve data quality and automation
Transition to microservices

Apr 2020 - Dec 2020

9 months

DevOps / Project Manager

Generali

Design, implementation, and support of cloud services and infrastructure
Automated provisioning and management of public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) using Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, Ansible, serverless technologies (AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions), CloudFormation, and scripting/programming languages
Integration of cloud services into on-premise central services (DNS, Active Directory, monitoring and log management tools, security components)
Designing and building a landing zone in Azure
Cloud operations, including security and compliance management, cost management, and troubleshooting
Automated provisioning of cloud infrastructure and architecture

Sep 2017 - Apr 2020

2 years 8 months

Cloud Architect

DB Systel

Migration of existing, sometimes very complex corporate applications and data to AWS cloud using lift-and-shift approach
Serverless data integration
Analysis of the current architecture and creation of a cloud target architecture, considering economic, operational, and qualitative aspects
Building CI/CD pipelines
Automated setup of cloud environments
Deployment and configuration of IT systems
Development and deployment of serverless applications in a DevOps environment
Automation of cloud implementations
Documentation of the target architecture and adapted operational tasks

Apr 2017 - Jul 2017

4 months

Senior IT Consultant

SAP

Internal control regarding security, availability, integrity, and confidentiality for the SAP cloud offerings S/4HANA and IBP
Conducting workshops and interviews with respective process owners
Understanding the processes and technologies used
Analyzing processes, collecting evidence, and uncovering weaknesses
Following up with recommendations to address weaknesses

Feb 2017 - Apr 2017

3 months

Senior IT Consultant

DB

Designing an IT migration strategy from on-premise to the cloud
Requirements analysis
Identifying prerequisites, dependencies, and interfaces
Planning the migration

Feb 2014 - Jan 2017

3 years

DevOps

Accso

Designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise services on various cloud platforms
Responsible for the IT infrastructure and its modernization
Designing, building, and maintaining AWS and MS Azure platforms
Building the developer services infrastructure (CI/CD) with a focus on serverless applications
Deploying and monitoring enterprise applications in MS Azure and AWS
Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Automotive, Government and Administration, Professional Services, Transportation, and Insurance.

Information Technology

Automotive

Government and Administration

Professional Services

Transportation

Insurance

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Operations, Product Development, Project Management, and Audit.

Information Technology

Operations

Product Development

Project Management

Audit

Summary

Mr. Tessa has more than eight years of experience as an engineer in IT. He focuses on designing, developing, and managing cloud architectures, especially on AWS and MS Azure platforms. He also supports companies on their journey to the cloud, focusing on security, data protection (BSI C5), cost savings and service improvement. He works closely with the client from project start to follow-up.

One of his strengths is working effectively and productively with all stakeholders to ensure successful project completion and meet client requirements.

Skills

Focus Areas

Cloud Architecture
Devops
It Security And Data Protection
Process Automation And Optimization
It Infrastructure

Hands-on Experience

Developing Cloud Strategies, Designing And Implementing Cloud Architectures, Cloud Consulting, Service Migration And Integration, Implementing And Managing Aws Infrastructures, Security, Data Protection, Requirements Analysis
Service-oriented Analysis & Design, Planning And Conducting Workshops And Interviews

Methodical Knowledge

Requirements Analysis
Scrum And Kanban (With Jira)
Uml
Itil Service Management

Technical Expertise

Designing And Developing Serverless Applications On The Aws Cloud
Devops
Lift And Shift Migrations And Optimizing Applications In The Cloud
Deploying And Managing Web Services On Various Cloud Platforms
Designing And Implementing Cloud Architectures (Public, Private, Hybrid)

Cross-cutting It Topics

It Security Management (Bsi) And Data Protection
Itil
It Audit
Process Optimization And Automation

Applications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Outlook
Atlassian Confluence
Atlassian Jira

Containers

Kubernetes
Aks
Eks
Ecs
Docker
Docker Compose

Programming Languages

Html/css
Yaml
Bash
Python
Java

Database Systems

Sql
Postgresql
Oracle
Dynamodb
Rds

Cloud Computing / Virtualization

Aws
Ms Azure
Gcp
Office365
Openshift
Vmware
Virtualbox
Openstack

Automation

Terraform
Jenkins
Puppet
Chef
Ansible
Ci/cd
Yaml

Tools

Git
Svn
Jira
Confluence
Artifactory
Kibana
Prometheus
Grafana
Openshift Terminal
Putty
Docker
Lambda
Cloudformation
Elasticsearch
Cloudfront
Api-gateway
Codepipeline (Ci/cd)
Rds
Ldap
Nginx
Flux.cd
Glue
Arm

Languages

French

Native

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Certifications & licenses

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional

AWS Certified Developer - Associate

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate

ITIL Foundation - IT Infrastructure Library

MS Azure Certified Administrator - Associate

Prince2 Foundation

Scrum Master

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 12

Experience in Information Technology 8 y

Avg length 1 y

Longest experience 2 y 11 m

Expertise

Recent roles Cloud Architect, Cloud Engineer, Microsoft Azure Cloud Expert / Software Architect

Main industries Information Technology, Automotive, Government and Administration

Main business areas Information Technology, Operations, Product Development

Qualifications

Certifications earned 9

Profile

Created

June 2025

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Where is Yannick based?

Yannick is based in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany.

What languages does Yannick speak?

Yannick speaks the following languages: French (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Yannick have?

Yannick has at least 12 years of experience. During this time, Yannick has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year. Note that Yannick may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Yannick be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Yannick would be well-suited for roles such as: Cloud Architect, Cloud Engineer, Microsoft Azure Cloud Expert / Software Architect.

What is Yannick's latest experience?

Yannick's most recent position is Cloud Architect at Anonymous.

What companies has Yannick worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Yannick has worked for Anonymous, Berlin Transport Authority, Schaeffler AG, Hessian Center for Data Processing, and Daimler.

Which industries is Yannick most experienced in?

Yannick is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Automotive, and Government and Administration. Yannick also has some experience in Professional Services, Insurance, and Transportation.

Which business areas is Yannick most experienced in?

Yannick is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Product Development. Yannick also has some experience in Project Management and Audit.

Which industries has Yannick worked in recently?

Yannick has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Information Technology, and Government and Administration.

Which business areas has Yannick worked in recently?

Yannick has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Operations.

Does Yannick have any certificates?

Yannick has 9 certificates. Among them, these include: AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, AWS Certified Developer - Associate, and AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate.

What is the availability of Yannick?

Yannick is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Yannick?

Yannick's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.