George Pletsis
About George Pletsis
George Pletsis is a Senior Penetration Tester at Netcompany-Intrasoft in Athens, Greece, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having previously held positions at Ericsson and PRECICOM S.A., and possesses advanced degrees in Informatics and Telecommunications as well as Computer and Network Security.
Work at Netcompany-Intrasoft
George Pletsis has been employed at Netcompany-Intrasoft as a Senior Penetration Tester since 2022. In this role, he conducts penetration testing across various platforms, including infrastructure, network, web applications, mobile applications, Wi-Fi, Operational Technology (OT), and Industrial Control Systems (ICS). He also provides advisory services to senior leadership regarding emerging cybersecurity threats and recommends appropriate remediation actions. His responsibilities include serving as a technical project manager for security assessments, ensuring the successful execution and delivery of penetration testing projects.
Previous Experience at Ericsson
Before joining Netcompany-Intrasoft, George Pletsis worked at Ericsson for a total of four years, from 2018 to 2022, as an Experienced Services Engineer. Prior to that, he served as a Services Engineer at the same company from 2013 to 2018. His extensive experience at Ericsson contributed to his expertise in cybersecurity and systems engineering, allowing him to develop a strong foundation in technical services and support.
Early Career at PRECICOM S.A. and Hellenic Army
George Pletsis began his career as a System Engineer at PRECICOM S.A. from 2011 to 2013, where he worked for two years. He also served in the Hellenic Army as a System Engineer for eight months in 2010. These early roles provided him with valuable experience in systems engineering and technical support, laying the groundwork for his future career in cybersecurity.
Education and Expertise
George Pletsis holds a Bachelor’s degree in Informatics and Telecommunications from the University of Athens, where he studied from 2003 to 2008 and achieved a score of 7.23/10. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Computer and Network Security from Middlesex University, completing the program in 2009. Additionally, he earned a High School Degree with a score of 18.6/20 from 1o Lyceum Pentelis, graduating in 2003. His educational background supports his expertise in cybersecurity and penetration testing.
Professional Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role, George Pletsis conducts audits of penetration testing reports to ensure their accuracy and comprehensiveness. His responsibilities encompass a wide range of technical tasks, including overseeing the execution of security assessments and managing projects related to penetration testing. His advisory role to senior leadership on cybersecurity threats highlights his ability to analyze and respond to emerging challenges in the field.