VINCENZO SOMMA // IT & CYBER PROFESSIONAL

Infrastructure.
Security.
Automation.

IT Operations Cyber Security London, UK

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about me

I'm an IT professional based in London with a strong focus on infrastructure, security, and automation. I thrive in environments where I have genuine ownership — from managing on-prem virtualisation clusters to deploying SIEM solutions and writing the scripts that tie everything together.

My background spans regulated financial services and fast-moving startups, giving me the discipline to work within compliance frameworks and the adaptability to move fast when it matters.

Outside of work I run a multi-node Proxmox VE home lab where I test new tools, break things on purpose, and document what I learn. This site is part of that — a place to share what I'm building, thinking about, and exploring in the world of tech and cyber.

I hold a BSc in Cyber Security from Ravensbourne University, London, and I'm currently working towards the Azure Security Engineer Associate certification.

// system status
location London, UK
current role IT Operations Engineer
focus Infra · Security · Automation
home lab Proxmox VE Cluster
studying AZ-500 in progress
blog coming soon
open to collabs & discussions

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skills & tools

INFRASTRUCTURE
Proxmox VE VMware On-prem Server Synology NAS Backup & DR Storage Mgmt Data Centre Migration
NETWORKING
VLANs Switching Firewall Config Network Segmentation WiFi DNS / DHCP Cabling
SCRIPTING & AUTOMATION
Python PowerShell Power Automate Power BI REST API Dev CI/CD Bash
MICROSOFT 365 & CLOUD
M365 Admin Azure Entra ID Intune / MDM Exchange Online Active Directory Group Policy
SECURITY & COMPLIANCE
Wazuh Splunk Graylog SIEM Cyber Essentials Vulnerability Assessment GDPR DORA Patch Mgmt
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Ubuntu Server Windows 10/11 Windows Server Linux Admin
DATABASES
SQL Server MySQL PostgreSQL Backup Procedures Access Mgmt
CLOUD / DEV
AWS Lambda DynamoDB API Gateway Route 53 GitHub Full Stack (basics)

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projects

Proxmox VE Home Lab Cluster INFRASTRUCTURE

Designed, deployed, and manage a multi-node Proxmox Virtual Environment cluster on dedicated hardware. Creates an isolated environment for virtualisation, systems administration, and cybersecurity testing — mirroring real-world on-premise infrastructure ownership including storage management, networking, and VM lifecycle.

proxmox virtualisation homelab networking storage
Open-Source SIEM & CTI Implementation SECURITY

Designed and implemented a full SIEM and Cyber Threat Intelligence solution using open-source tools (Wazuh, Graylog). Significantly improved threat detection capabilities and reduced incident response times. Included regular user access audits to strengthen overall security posture.

wazuh graylog siem threat-intelligence ubuntu-server
Data Centre Infrastructure Migration PROJECT

Led the complete migration of company IT infrastructure from on-premises to a data centre, significantly boosting uptime and resilience. Coordinated the project across multiple locations and providers, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

infrastructure migration datacentre project-management business-continuity
Business Process Automation Suite AUTOMATION

Developed and implemented multiple automation solutions across departments using Microsoft Power Automate and Power BI. Boosted operational efficiency and significantly reduced manual workloads across the organisation.

power-automate power-bi automation microsoft-365
AWS Serverless Web Application CLOUD / DEV

Built and hosted a serverless web application using AWS services including Route 53, Lambda, DynamoDB, and API Gateway. Source code managed via GitHub, following CI/CD best practices.

aws lambda dynamodb api-gateway serverless github

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experience

Mar 2025 – Present · London, UK
IT Support Engineer
United Trust Bank (UTB) Limited
  • Advanced technical support in a Microsoft 365 / Azure hybrid, regulated environment
  • User account & access control management in Active Directory, Entra ID, and Group Policy
  • Proactive system health monitoring — resolving issues before they impact operations
  • Security best practices: patch management, compliance controls, sensitive data protection
  • Cross-functional collaboration on business continuity & infrastructure projects
Jun 2023 – Jan 2025 · London, UK
IT Support Specialist (Systems Engineering)
MAG SPA
  • Full ownership of M365, Azure, Active Directory, Exchange Online, and Entra ID
  • Managed SQL Server and MySQL environments — maintenance, access, backups
  • Microsoft Intune MDM: compliance policies and endpoint management across all devices
  • Developed PowerShell automation scripts, reducing manual intervention significantly
  • Developed and hosted internal APIs on Ubuntu Server for business application integration
  • SIEM deployment (Wazuh, Graylog) — dashboards, fine-tuning, incident response
  • Led successful Cyber Essentials certification; designed staff cybersecurity training
Jan 2023 – Jun 2023 · London, UK
Junior Full Stack Developer (Internship)
Happaning Ltd
  • Web application development, full-stack workflows, and version control practices
Jan 2023 – May 2023 · London, UK
Teaching Assistant
Ravensbourne University
  • Supported undergraduate students with coursework and lab sessions in cybersecurity and IT

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certifications

Microsoft
Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
⟳ In Progress
Service Desk Institute
Service Desk Analyst
2026
XM Cyber
Exposure Management
2025
Microsoft
Administer Active Directory Domain Services
2025
Cisco
CyberOps Associate
2021
Cisco / NDG
PCAP – Programming Essentials in Python
2021

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blog

HOMELAB Coming soon
Building a Multi-Node Proxmox Cluster From Scratch
A walkthrough of how I designed, cabled, and configured my home lab — from hardware selection to network topology and storage pools.
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SIEM Coming soon
Open-Source SIEM on a Budget: Wazuh + Graylog in Production
How I deployed a full SIEM stack for a regulated SME using open-source tools, including lessons learned and tuning tips.
read more
SCRIPTING Coming soon
PowerShell Automation Patterns for IT Admins
Real-world automation patterns I use regularly — from Entra ID bulk operations to health monitoring scripts that actually run in prod.
read more
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get in touch

I'm always happy to talk about infrastructure, security tools, automation, or anything homelab-related. If you're working on something interesting or just want to swap notes, reach out.

I'm particularly interested in connecting with others in the cyber security, IT operations, and open-source tooling space.