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Paschalis Kyranoudis

CISO | MSc Cybersecurity & Network Strategist | ISO 27001 LA | Major (OF-3)

Lead Architect & Program Owner – “SYNAPSIS” Standardization Project

About

I turn complex tech challenges into simple, scalable solutions. With 20+ years in the IT industry and graduating top of my class in my MSc, I operate at the intersection of technical expertise, strategic vision, and decisive leadership. As a Major (OF-3) in the Hellenic Armed Forces, I’ve led large-scale IT operations and cyber defense initiatives in high-pressure environments. I currently serve at the Supreme Military Command of Thrace - Hellenic National Defence General Staff (HNDGS), contributing to national-level digital defense strategy.

Throughout my career, I’ve worn many hats:

Recent highlights include:

I don’t list every technology I’ve worked with — I’m quick to master what’s needed and focus on delivering results. Thus, I translate military-grade precision into strategies that boost security, productivity and growth for businesses.

“It is particularly hard to make something simple”

Experience

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Supreme Military Command of Thrace – Hellenic National Defence General Staff (HNDGS)
Didymoteicho, Greece | Aug 2023 – Present

Driving strategic initiatives to strengthen cyber resilience at the national defense level.

Cyber Warfare Operations Officer

Cyber Defense Directorate – Hellenic National Defence General Staff (HNDGS)
Athens, Greece | Sep 2022 – Aug 2023

Contributing to national-level digital defense strategy.

Senior System Administrator

Army Information and Operations Support Center – Hellenic Army General Staff (HAGS)
Athens, Greece | May 2021 – Nov 2022

Managed critical IT systems and infrastructure.

Director of the IT Department

Greek Army, Infantry School & Infantry Command
Chalkida, Greece | Aug 2015 – Apr 2021

Led IT operations and strategic planning for multiple departments.

IT Security Officer & Battery Commander

Greek Army, Artillery Training Centre
Thiva, Greece | Aug 2013 – Aug 2015

Secured IT systems and led operational units.

IT Security Officer & Platoon Commander

Greek Army, 110th Self-Propelled Medium Artillery Battalion
Feres, Greece | Oct 2010 – Aug 2013

Implemented security protocols and led platoon operations.

IT Security Officer & Platoon Commander

Greek Army, 165th Multiple Launch Rocket System Battalion
Paranesti, Greece | Jul 2009 – Oct 2010

Ensured IT security and commanded activities.

Education

Advanced Joint Cyber Defense School

HNDGS – Cyber Defence Directorate | 2023

  • OSINT
  • Web/Network Security
  • Forensics/Malware Analysis
  • Pentesting

Master of Science (MSc) – Distributed Systems, Security & Emerging IT Technologies

University of Piraeus | Oct 2019 – Jul 2021

Grade: 9.8/10 – Top of class

IT Systems & Networks Security

Greek Army | 2017

Grade: 9.3/10
  • VPNs, Cryptography, Windows Domain Security, Firewalling/Routing
  • Vulnerability Scanning, Risk Assessment, Penetration Testing

IT Systems Administration

Greek Army | 2016

  • Server Administration (Windows & Linux), Virtualization
  • High-Availability, Failover, Clustering

Software Developer – Systems Analyst

Greek Army | 2012 – 2013

Grade: 8.4/10

Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Human Resources Management

Hellenic Military Academy | 2004 – 2008

Grade: 8.3/10

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