Aidan Gerada
IP Networks Apprentice at Epic Malta | BSc (Hons) in Computer Systems & Networks
6+
Certifications
3+
Years Experience
๐ ฤฆaลผ-ลปabbar, Malta | ๐ MCAST
IP Networks Apprentice at Epic Malta | BSc (Hons) in Computer Systems & Networks
๐ ฤฆaลผ-ลปabbar, Malta | ๐ MCAST
I am an IT professional with hands-on experience in systems administration, information security, and cloud infrastructure. Currently pursuing a BSc (Hons) in Computer Systems and Networks at MCAST.
With practical experience at LeoVegas Group in information security, ICT Solutions in cloud services, and current role as IP Networks Apprentice at Epic Malta, I have demonstrated expertise in IP networking, Darktrace alerts, Azure/GCP, API integrations, and infrastructure management.
My career is focused on mastering enterprise-level systems administration, network design, and cybersecurity to deliver secure, scalable IT solutions.
Advanced coursework in systems, networking, security, and infrastructure management
Foundation and intermediate knowledge in systems administration and networking
Completed at Saint Augustine College, building core technical and analytical skills
Microsoft, September 2023
ICE Malta, September 2020
Holistic, September 2018
Holistic, January 2017
Working with networking infrastructure and IP solutions in a professional telecom environment.
Provided day-to-day IT support: printer troubleshooting, device re-imaging, hardware replacements with proper disposal, monitoring printer status on XDA, and keeping stock organized.
Investigated Darktrace alerts, managed APIs, monitored phishing threats, automated security processes, and configured access control systems.
Onboarded clients via Active Directory and Intune, managed Azure infrastructure, and provided technical support.
Additional activities and events that highlight community involvement and hands-on technical support.
Ministry for Social Justice, The Family and Children's Rights (Valletta, Malta)
Administered pension records, processed life certificates, and maintained compliance documentation.
Community & Public ServiceCompleted 10 hours of community work supporting ADHD Malta initiatives.
CommunityCompleted 10 hours of community work with CSAF, contributing to local community efforts.
CommunitySupported event technology and operations: setup/verification of gaming PCs, consoles, and peripherals, plus troubleshooting during live events.
EventsParticipated in TechXpo Malta (November 2025), engaging with technology showcases and industry networking.
November 2025Primary hypervisor and virtualization platform for running production workloads and services
Pfsense: Dual Intel I226-V NICs providing fast and secure network access along side VLANs and Firewall
Containerized services hosted within the homelab environment
Portainer: Easy GUI Access for Docker Hosted Apps
Nginx Proxy Manager: Reverse Proxy and Certificate Manager to easily access Hosted Apps via URL
Unifi Network Manager: Manage Unifi Devices and store logs.
RustDesk Server: Private and Secure Remote Connection to Devices.
TrueNAS: 6TB RAID 1 storage with snapshots
Backups: Automated via Proxmox
Failover and power continuity measures to protect infrastructure during outages
UPS: Powerwalker VI 1200VA
Nutify: Hosted on Docker to directly communicate with UPS
Custom Shutdown Script: If the UPS battery is the primary power source and reaches 30% capacity, Proxmox safely shuts down every VM and the server.
Dashboarding and visibility into homelab services and infrastructure
Grafana: Centralized dashboards for monitoring services and system metrics
Custom-managed wireless infrastructure
Custom APs: Flashed OpenWRT on Deco APs to configure WIFI Roaming without any issues
Self-hosted applications providing personal cloud infrastructure and services
Immich: Self-hosted photo management with AI features
Interested in collaborating or have questions? Let's connect!
๐ ฤฆaลผ-ลปabbar, Malta
๐ BSc (Hons) Computer Systems & Networks | MCAST
๐ผ IP Networks Apprentice at Epic Malta
๐ง aidan.gerada@gmail.com