Andreas Themistocleous
About Andreas Themistocleous
Andreas Themistocleous serves as the Global Technical Lead Networks at QBE Insurance, where he has worked since 2020. He has over 15 years of experience in network engineering and management, including roles at Dimension Data and QBE Europe.
Current Role at QBE Insurance
Andreas Themistocleous serves as the Global Technical Lead Networks at QBE Insurance since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing network operations and ensuring the effective implementation of network solutions. His position involves leveraging advanced technologies to enhance network performance and reliability. He is based in London, England, and has been instrumental in driving technical initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience at QBE Europe
Prior to his current role, Andreas worked at QBE Europe in various capacities. He served as a Senior Network Engineer from 2015 to 2018, where he focused on network infrastructure and support. He then advanced to the position of Network Team Lead EO from 2018 to 2020, managing a team and leading projects related to network operations in London, United Kingdom.
Experience at Dimension Data
Andreas Themistocleous spent a significant portion of his career at Dimension Data, where he held multiple positions from 2006 to 2015. He began as a Level 2 Support Engineer and progressed to a Technical Consultant. During his tenure, he gained extensive hands-on experience in managing disaster recovery and test environments, contributing to the company's network solutions.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Andreas possesses advanced skills in managing Cisco Data Centre and SDWAN VMware Velocloud technologies. He has expertise in implementing and managing Meraki and Palo Alto firewalls. Additionally, he is experienced in working with Citrix Netscalers for network solutions, showcasing his comprehensive knowledge in network management and security.
Early Career Background
Andreas began his career as a Network Engineer at Odyssey Consultants from 2004 to 2006. He then transitioned to Dimension Data, where he worked as a Level 2 Support Engineer. This early experience laid the foundation for his extensive career in network engineering and technical leadership.