I am a business focused and results driven IT professional with over 20 years of experience across diverse cultures, styles and technical environments. I excel at communication at all levels, logical problem solving, and have a flexible, personable approach with high attention to detail. Since 2022, I have worked as a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services in London, helping companies optimize their cloud usage, deliver training, and support AI/ML initiatives. I am passionate about enabling businesses to maximize cloud potentials, particularly using AI and Machine Learning technologies. Throughout my career, I have performed a variety of roles including independent consulting, cloud architecture, security auditing, network and system design, development, and project management. My expertise spans AWS, Azure, security, networking, and multiple programming languages. I have a strong focus on AI/ML and cloud solutions, including launching multiple revenue-generating opportunities for customers and contributing to specialist AI communities through workshops, certifications, and publications.

Olivier VIGNERESSE

I am a business focused and results driven IT professional with over 20 years of experience across diverse cultures, styles and technical environments. I excel at communication at all levels, logical problem solving, and have a flexible, personable approach with high attention to detail. Since 2022, I have worked as a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services in London, helping companies optimize their cloud usage, deliver training, and support AI/ML initiatives. I am passionate about enabling businesses to maximize cloud potentials, particularly using AI and Machine Learning technologies. Throughout my career, I have performed a variety of roles including independent consulting, cloud architecture, security auditing, network and system design, development, and project management. My expertise spans AWS, Azure, security, networking, and multiple programming languages. I have a strong focus on AI/ML and cloud solutions, including launching multiple revenue-generating opportunities for customers and contributing to specialist AI communities through workshops, certifications, and publications.

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I am a business focused and results driven IT professional with over 20 years of experience across diverse cultures, styles and technical environments. I excel at communication at all levels, logical problem solving, and have a flexible, personable approach with high attention to detail. Since 2022, I have worked as a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services in London, helping companies optimize their cloud usage, deliver training, and support AI/ML initiatives. I am passionate about enabling businesses to maximize cloud potentials, particularly using AI and Machine Learning technologies.

Throughout my career, I have performed a variety of roles including independent consulting, cloud architecture, security auditing, network and system design, development, and project management. My expertise spans AWS, Azure, security, networking, and multiple programming languages. I have a strong focus on AI/ML and cloud solutions, including launching multiple revenue-generating opportunities for customers and contributing to specialist AI communities through workshops, certifications, and publications.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services
January 1, 2022 - Present
Serving in the SMB team, I help companies maximise their use of the AWS Cloud by providing architecture advice including Well-Architected Framework review, cost-optimisation designs, data strategies, and proofs of concept. I organise and run enablement events such as Immersion Days and workshops, speak at and support public events like the London Summit, and assist animation/VFX studios with cloud render-farms and workstation setup. I am also a Subject Matter Expert for AI/ML, leading specialist customer engagements, certification development, blogging, and public speaking.
Independent Consultant
January 1, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Performed cloud architecture and deployment, including migrations from on-premise to public cloud; conducted security audits and penetration testing; designed systems, security, network infrastructure; developed and delivered cloud and equipment-specific training. Developed mobile apps and backend services using multiple programming languages; created security and network monitoring solutions using tools like IBM QRadar, Snort, and Suricata; led software architecture for web applications; and developed Python crypto-currency miner and portfolio tools.
Production Manager at Bullrun Financial
December 31, 2003 - August 5, 2025
At this start-up, I developed and managed the technical architecture of the product platform and auxiliary environments including network, firewall & VPN, management platform, and reporting tools.
Project Manager and Technical Consultant at Vanco
March 31, 2002 - August 5, 2025
Managed and provided technical support during the sales process of network management and integration projects supporting business-critical applications valued $250k to $2m annually, including Frame-Relay, ISDN dialup, and Internet VPN networks across hundreds of locations.
Unix Systems Engineer at Aérospatiale
December 31, 1994 - August 5, 2025
Provided Unix system support for approximately 100 users of CAD software at a French missiles manufacturer.
Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services
January 1, 2022 - Present
Serving in the SMB team to help companies maximize the use of AWS Cloud via architecture advice including Well-Architected Framework reviews, cost optimisation, data strategies, and proofs of concept. Organised and ran enablement events, such as Immersion Days and workshops, supported public events including the AWS London Summit, and assisted animation and VFX studios with cloud render-farm setups. Acted as a Subject Matter Expert in AI/ML, supporting specialist customer engagements, certification construction, blogging, and public speaking. Instrumental in launching over 300 opportunities with $20.1 million in revenue across 45 customers in 2024.
Independent Consultant
January 1, 2022 - August 10, 2025
Provided consulting on cloud architecture, migration, security audits, network design, and training for various companies and institutions globally. Delivered systems security and network monitoring solutions, developed bespoke software applications, and conducted pre-purchase due-diligence audits. Projects included developing AWS infrastructure using Terraform, deploying security frameworks, mobile apps, and crypto-portfolio tools, and supporting IPTV/OTT platform improvements. Training and support across cloud platforms, systems, and security was also a key role.
Production Manager at Bullrun Financial
December 31, 2003 - August 10, 2025
Managed and developed the technical architecture of an Internet-based application for professional fund managers in a venture-capital funded start-up, including network, firewall, VPN, management platform, and reporting tools.
Project Manager / Technical Consultant at Vanco
March 31, 2002 - August 10, 2025
Managed projects and provided technical consulting to support business critical applications involving Frame-Relay, ISDN dial-up, and large-scale VPN networks across hundreds of locations. Engaged throughout the sales process for projects valued between $250k and $2M annually.
Unix Systems Engineer at Aérospatiale
December 31, 1994 - August 10, 2025
Provided UNIX system engineering support to approximately 100 users of CAD application software for a French missile manufacturer.
Solutions Architect (SMB Team) at Amazon Web Services
January 1, 2022 - Present
Supported companies in maximizing their AWS Cloud use by providing architecture advice, cost-optimization designs, data strategies, demos, and proofs of concept. Organized and delivered enablement events including Immersion Days, workshops, and trainings. Assisted animation and VFX studios with cloud render-farms and workstations setup. Instrumental in launching 300+ opportunities worth over $20.1m revenue across 45 customers in 2024. Subject Matter Expert in AI/ML with customer engagements, certification development, blog writing, and public speaking.
Independent Consultant at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Delivered cloud architecture, deployment, in-house to public cloud migrations, and security audits including penetration testing for various companies worldwide. Designed and implemented systems, security, and network infrastructure. Developed and delivered cloud and security training. Led projects including AWS infrastructure migration to Terraform, IPTV/OTT platform audits, mobile app development using C#/.Net and Xamarin, and developed Python tools for cryptocurrency management. Architected web applications and implemented network monitoring solutions.
Production Manager at Bullrun Financial
December 31, 2003 - August 26, 2025
Managed technical architecture of an Internet-based application for professional fund managers, including network, firewall, VPN, management platform, and reporting tools in a venture-capital funded startup environment.
Project Manager and Technical Consultant at Vanco
March 31, 2002 - August 26, 2025
Provided project management and technical consultancy for network management and integration projects supporting business-critical applications with project values between $250k and over $2m annually. Worked on Frame-Relay, ISDN dial-up, internet VPN networks across hundreds of locations.
Unix Systems Engineer at Aérospatiale
December 31, 1994 - August 26, 2025
Provided Unix system support for approximately 100 CAD software users at a French missile manufacturer.

Education

MSc (Electronics and Computer Science Engineering) at ISEP (Paris)
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1993
MSc (equivalent) at ISEP (Paris)
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1993
Electronics and Computer Science Engineering (equivalent to MSc) at ISEP, Paris
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1993

Qualifications

Baccalauréat with distinction (Scientific section)
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2026
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2026
AWS Subject Matter Expert – Foundational
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2026
AWS AI Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2027
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2026
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2026
AWS SME – Foundational
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2026
AWS Machine Learning – Specialty
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2026
AWS AI Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2027
Baccalauréat with distinction (French A-Levels, scientific section)
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2026
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2026
AWS SME – Foundational
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2026
AWS AI Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2027

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Telecommunications

Experience Level

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