Olaf Mackenberg - Sr. Enterprise IT Architect, European Space Agency - ESA

Sr. Enterprise IT Architect @European Space Agency - ESA

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Subject: Executive Summary - IT Architecture at ESA Dear Mr. Mackenberg, Our team has conducted a comprehensive analysis of the current IT architecture at the European Space Agency (ESA). We have identified several areas where performance and efficiency could be significantly improved. Key findings include the need for a more robust cloud computing infrastructure to handle the vast amount of data generated by our operations. We also suggest implementing AI and machine learning algorithms to automate routine tasks and improve data analysis. Furthermore, we recommend strengthening cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information and systems from potential threats. This includes regular audits, employee training, and the installation of cutting-edge security software. Lastly, we propose the development of a comprehensive digital transformation strategy to leverage the latest IT innovations and ensure that ESA remains at the forefront of space exploration technology. We look forward to discussing these findings in more detail and exploring the next steps in implementing these recommendations. Best regards, [Your Name]

HRS GroupDirector IT-Operation

Jun. 2019 - Aug. 2020Cologne Area, GermanyGlobal Team Leadership and Operational Oversight Led a team of 30 across Germany, the UK, USA, China, and Australia, including 4 direct reports responsible for Infrastructure, Service Management, Project Management, and DevOps, developing and coaching team members and defining KPI's for the team. Service Availability Enhancement for Key Clients Boosted service availability to 99.985% for high-profile customers like Amazon and Alphabet, ensuring reliable and resilient operations. SOA to Microservices Migration Directed the migration from Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) to a microservices framework, enhancing availability and scalability while driving significant cost reductions. Cloud Infrastructure Transformation Successfully transitioned the Housing Infrastructure to a fully managed cloud service, including seamless migration of booking and hotel data to a big data platform for enhanced data management and insights. Disaster Recovery and Communication Process Implementation Established new processes for disaster recovery, internal and external communication, and team coaching, with an emphasis on accountability and strategic alignment. Predictive Maintenance and Big Data Analytics Implemented a predictive maintenance system using big data analytics to monitor hardware in real-time, enabling early fault detection, minimizing downtime, and reducing maintenance costs. Project Manager for M365 Rollout Led the successful rollout of Microsoft 365 across the organization, enhancing collaboration and productivity. Unified Communication Platform Deployment Launched a group-wide communication platform based on Zoom, integrated with M365 Teams, to streamline and improve internal collaboration. Cost Reduction Achievements Achieved a 20% reduction in IT OPEX across HRS Group by optimizing operations and implementing cost-effective solutions.

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