Dino Pelloni

Independent IT consultant with a dual specialization: information security assessment for companies and public bodies,
based on recognized Swiss standards (NCSC, Cyber-Safe Label), and cloud & automation consulting for organizations with a structured IT department.
Experience in designing scalable hybrid-cloud architectures, implementing CI/CD pipelines, automating operational workflows, and writing prioritized risk reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
Complementary training activity at companies and academic institutions.

• Conducted IT & Security check-ups at SMEs and public bodies, assessing key infrastructure areas (backup, access & identity, email security, devices, network, applications & cloud, data protection) along the five functions of the NCSC framework: identify, protect, detect, respond, recover.
• Authored prioritized "traffic-light" reports that translate technical risks into clear, actionable recommendations for management and non-IT stakeholders.
• Gathered and analyzed client requirements, defining intervention priorities based on business impact.
• Supported clients in meeting the growing demand for documented security required by nLPD, public tenders, and cyber-insurance policies.

• Designed and implemented scalable cloud and hybrid architectures (AWS, Azure) for clients with structured IT departments.
• Implemented CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions to standardize deployments and improve operational consistency.
• Developed modular Python automation tools for infrastructure management, monitoring, and data processing.
• Built real-time dashboards and monitoring systems for operational visibility, analytics, and alerting.
• Provided technical consulting, architecture guidance, and solution design for enterprise and startup clients.

• Designed and delivered courses on cloud, security, and DevOps at companies and academic institutions (USI, SUPSI, and other schools in Switzerland).

• Standards & frameworks: NCSC IKT-Minimalstandard, Cyber-Safe Label, nLPD
• Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Linux, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), REST API
• Automation & DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD, Git/GitHub/GitLab
• Languages & Scripting: Python, Bash, YAML, SQL
• Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus
• Methodologies: Risk analysis and prioritization, independent assessment, Agile, DevOps

DevOps methodology introduction, Process improvement, CI/CD automation, centralized information management, and quality monitoring.
Support IT Department and introduction Cyber Security concept across division.

• Defined and documented the software development process with R&D, driving continuous quality and efficiency improvements through regular reviews.
• Supported development teams in applying quality processes, ensuring compliance with standards and best practices.
• Developed an internal portal to centralize quality‑related information, enhancing communication and decision‑making across R&D.
• Led process automation by integrating CI/CD standards, enabling real‑time monitoring of software quality.
• Supervised software delivery, ensuring smooth handoffs between Development, PQA, and Production teams.
• Contributed to the implementation of development and testing tools, optimizing project workflows.
• Published Software Cockpits dashboards with real‑time data for stakeholders to track progress and make informed decisions.

• CI/CD Tools: Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, Azure Services, ServiceNow
• Testing Tools: Selenium, JUnit, SonarQube, Appium, Grafana, Tricentis Tosca
• Development Languages: C#, PowerShell, YAML
• Process Mapping: UML, BPMN
• Methodologies: ITIL, Scrum, Agile, DevOps, BDD
• Internal Portal: Custom‑built web portal for R&D visibility (C#, MsSQL, SAP Rest API)

Product design, IoT integration, process automation, and business strategy.
Led the design, production, and marketing of software applications for smartphones.

• Co-founded and led design, production, and marketing of software for smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, smart TVs, and IoT devices.
• Ensured product quality control for distribution on platforms like App Store and Google Play, maintaining compliance with guidelines and performance standards.
• Managed internal app distribution across platforms, streamlining publishing and updates through various technologies.
• Led automation and process mapping efforts, optimizing workflows and product efficiency with standardized UML business process descriptions.
• Contributed to networking decisions and marketing strategy, shaping go-to-market plans by analyzing product strengths and weaknesses.
• Managed relationships with external development partners, overseeing outsourcing to ensure timely, cost-effective development.
• Organized employee training programs to improve process efficiency and product quality through collaboration and knowledge sharing.

• Development Languages: Swift (iOS), Kotlin & Java (Android), JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3
• Process Mapping: UML, BPMN
• Platforms: iOS, Android, Smart TV OS
• Automation Tools: Jenkins, Gradle, GitLab, Confluence, JIRA
• Cloud Services: AWS, Firebase, Azure Services
• Marketing Tools: Google Analytics, App Store Connect, Google Play Console

IT readiness automation, CI infrastructure management, software development, and DevOps.
SDDC architecture, DevOps automation, CI/CD infrastructure, and cloud solutions.
ITIL‑based process implementation, configuration item management, compliance management.
Version management, configuration item control, CMDB admin and ITIL‑based process design.

• Developed IT readiness automation solutions for the Quality Assurance team, optimizing test preparation and execution.
• Managed CI infrastructure with tools like Jenkins, HP Quality Center, and Joomla CMS, enhancing system performance.
• Built new Joomla CMS modules for the internal portal, improving team collaboration and information sharing.
• Collaborated with cross‑functional teams to ensure test case coverage and IT service readiness across environments.
• Participated in project cutover sessions, overseeing smooth transitions from development to production.
• Utilized DevOps tools like Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes to automate software development and system deployment.
• Standardized and automated deployment processes, reducing client costs and improving delivery speed through a DevOps approach.
• Defined the Software‑Driven Data Center (SDDC) platform architecture, aligning with corporate strategies for scalability.
• Automated deployment and build processes for Application Servers across various platforms, streamlining operations.
• Developed CI/CD pipelines using Docker, Jenkins, OpenShift, and Kubernetes, improving deployment efficiency across multiple projects.

• CI/CD Tools: Git, GitHub, Jenkins, GitLab CI, Artifactory, Zena
• Automation & Configuration: Docker, Puppet, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Tricentis Tosca
• Development Languages: Python, Bash, YAML, PHP, SQL, PowerShell
• Cloud Solutions: Custom‑built Cloud Portal, AWS, IBM BlueMix, Salesforce
• Virtualization: VMware, RHEL, Satellite
• Process Mapping: UML, BPMN
• Methodologies: ITIL, Scrum, Agile, DevOps, BDD, SDLC
• Internal Portal: Custom‑built web portal visibility (PHP, MsSQL, SAP Rest API)

Network administration, web server management, IT support, and Linux environments.

• Managed VPNs on Linux and SAP router, configured Cisco VPN, NAT, and firewalls, worked with hardware from Zyxel, Watchguard, and Cisco.
• Administered Apache web servers, email systems (Qmail), Proxy (SQUID), DNS (Bind8), and secure FTP, all on Debian GNU/Linux.
• Provided technical support for LDAP-based access control, resolved incidents, and maintained workstations for 80 users on GNU/Linux systems.

• Network Administration: FreeS/Wan, Cisco VPN, ipchains/iptable, Zyxel, Watchguard, CISCO
• Server Management: Apache, Qmail, Bind8, Squid, Debian GNU/Linux
• IT Support: LDAP, GNU/Linux workstations, secure FTP