Johan De Prins
About Johan De Prins
Johan De Prins is an experienced Infrastructure Architect currently working at SWIFT in Belgium, where he has been employed since 2017. He has a diverse background in IT, having held various roles at companies such as Microsoft, BASF-IT-Services, and Ypto, with a strong focus on security, deployment strategies, and cloud integration.
Current Role at SWIFT
Johan De Prins has been serving as an Infrastructure Architect at SWIFT since 2017. In this role, he focuses on designing and implementing infrastructure solutions that support the organization's operational needs. His work involves ensuring the reliability and security of the IT infrastructure, which is critical for SWIFT's global financial messaging services.
Previous Experience in IT Infrastructure
Prior to his current position, Johan De Prins held various roles in IT infrastructure and management. He worked at Apem as an Asset Manager from 1999 to 2001 and later at BASF-IT-Services in multiple capacities, including CAD Service Owner and Incident and Change Coordinator. His experience spans over a decade, during which he has developed a strong foundation in infrastructure management.
Expertise in Security Hardening
Johan possesses expertise in security hardening for client and server environments. He utilizes CIS benchmarks and Microsoft security compliance to enhance security measures. His work includes restructuring and optimizing Active Directory across several domains, which has improved security for the Windows platform.
Skills in Deployment Strategies and Virtualization
Johan specializes in deployment strategies, including image creation, design, and rollout using modular installation strategies. He has implemented advanced group policy management, AppLocker, and security baselines. Additionally, he is skilled in virtualization technologies such as Hyper-V and VMware, and has experience with Azure services, including Azure AD and multifactor authentication.
Professional Background
Johan De Prins has a diverse professional background in IT, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as a Senior Engineer/Consultant at Federale Politie for a brief period in 2010 and as a Premier Field Engineer at Microsoft from 2011 to 2013. His experience also includes a four-year tenure as an Infrastructure Architect at Ypto, where he focused on client deployment.