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Marios M. Sarkis

BTS Cloud Computing Student · Infrastructure Focus

BTS Cloud Computing student focused on cloud infrastructure, networking, virtualization, and reliable IT operations.

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About Me

Background

BTS Cloud Computing student at Lycée Guillaume Kroll, Luxembourg, completing a two-year program focused on cloud infrastructure, virtualization, IP networking, and server administration. Previously trained as an industrial electrician and automation technician, bringing strong systems thinking, disciplined troubleshooting, and extensive hands-on technical experience.

Approach

I build iteratively, validate outcomes, and document everything so setups stay clear, reliable, and repeatable.

Languages

Arabic / Aramaic (Native) Luxembourgish (C1) English (C1) French (B2) German (B1)

Interests

Strength Training Basketball Car Detailing New Technologies & AI

Education & Experience

Education

2025–2027

BTS Cloud Computing

Lycée Guillaume Kroll

Two-year program focused on cloud infrastructure, virtualization, networking, and IT service delivery. Covers Microsoft Azure fundamentals, Windows and Linux server administration, enterprise virtualization, containerization, and infrastructure automation. Also includes networking, security basics, scripting, and modern development practices through hands-on labs and real-world projects. Prepares for cloud operations and system administration roles with an emphasis on reliable, well-documented infrastructure.

Cloud Networking Windows Server Linux Virtualization Docker Scripting AI Agents

2023–2025

Smart Technologies Section "E-Controls"

Lycée Privé Émile Metz

Two-year specialization in industrial automation and smart control systems. Covers Siemens TIA Portal PLC programming, HMI panel design, safety device integration, and industrial communication protocols. Students complete full project cycles from schematic design to wiring, commissioning, and customer documentation.

Automation PLC HMI Troubleshooting

2020–2023

Industrial Electrician (DAP)

Lycée Privé Émile Metz

Three-year vocational program in industrial electrical systems and automation wiring. Covers electrical schematics, low-voltage power distribution, motor control with contactors and variable speed drives, and control cabinet assembly. Combines theoretical instruction with workshop practice for electrical maintenance and installation roles.

Electrical Installation Motor Control Industrial Safety Maintenance

Experience

Electrical Technician Internships

Administration des Ponts et Chaussées Feb 2025

La Provençale Sàrl Jan 2024

Hoffmann et Fils Sàrl Jan 2023

Commune de Mondercange Mar 2022

Creos – Luxembourg City Center Jul 2021

Automotive Technician Internships

Merbag S.A. Hollerich May 2020

Automotive Mechanic – Merbag S.A. Esch Jan 2020

Skills

Soft Skills

Professional Self-Motivated Teamwork Curiosity Problem Solving Flexibility

IT & Cloud

Currently learning

Cloud Infrastructure Management

Design, deployment, and maintenance of scalable, available cloud environments using IaaS and PaaS models. Hands-on experience with Azure Portal, resource groups, virtual machines, storage accounts, and App Service. Containerization with Docker, CI/CD pipeline basics, and infrastructure monitoring. Focus on high availability, disaster recovery, governance, and cost optimization aligned with AZ-104 areas.

Currently learning

Networking & Security

Solid foundation in IP networking including TCP/IP, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, and network segmentation. Switching and routing skills include VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, STP, EtherChannel, IPv4/IPv6 static routing, and Cisco IOS CLI configuration. Wireless LAN setup, switch hardening against LAN attacks, DHCPv4/v6 address allocation, and first-hop redundancy protocols. Hands-on Packet Tracer labs and practical Windows Server remote-access labs.

Currently learning

Operating Systems & Virtualization

Windows Server administration including AD DS, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and DirectAccess. Linux server setup and command-line management. Enterprise virtualization with Proxmox VE and VMware ESXi/vSphere, plus virtual-machine lifecycle management. Docker container deployment and basic orchestration for development environments.

Currently learning

Development, Scripting & Automation

Windows PowerShell for task automation, remote administration, and pipeline scripting (AZ-040 training). Python and Bash for scripting, data handling, and Linux server management. Full-stack web development with React, TypeScript, and Supabase. GitHub Actions CI/CD, repeatable deployment scripts, and configuration management workflows.

Currently learning

AI Agents & LLM Integration

Building sandboxed AI-agent labs with OpenClaw, custom skills, and Telegram bot integration. Experience wiring LLM backends such as Kimi into agent workflows, isolating experiments in VMs, and iterating safely on autonomous tooling. Practical exposure to prompt engineering, agent orchestration, and responsible AI experimentation.

Industrial Automation

PLC Programming / HMI / Safety Devices

Industrial automation programming using Siemens TIA Portal with ladder logic and structured text. HMI panel design and configuration for machine operator interfaces. Safety device integration including emergency stops, safety relays, light curtains, and risk assessment. Industrial communication protocols and sensor/actuator wiring.

Electrical Installation & Automation

Hands-on electrical installation including reading schematics, panel wiring, and troubleshooting. Motor control systems with contactors, relays, timers, and variable speed drives. Experience with preventive maintenance, industrial safety standards, and control cabinet assembly. Background in both low-voltage power distribution and automation wiring.

Projects

OpenClaw AI Agents Telegram Kimi

OpenClaw — Home AI Agent Lab In Progress

A sandboxed AI-agent lab running OpenClaw in an isolated home VM. Custom skills, Telegram remote control, and Kimi as the language-model backend.

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React 19 TypeScript Supabase Tailwind

AutoVault — Used-Car Marketplace In Progress

A premium used-car marketplace for Luxembourg. Curated inventory, advanced filters, trade-in valuation, multi-language support, and a full admin dashboard.

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Azure AZ-104 Entra ID App Service

MiniCFL — Azure AZ-104 Demonstration

A CFL train simulator running on Azure, built to demonstrate the five AZ-104 skill areas: identity, governance, compute, networking, and monitoring across dev and prod regions.

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React Node.js PostgreSQL Docker + CI/CD

RejectionGym — Challenge & Progress Platform In Progress

Daily challenge packs with streak tracking, proof uploads, and shareable progress reports.

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Secure Family Private Cloud and Learning Lab

Private Cloud Backups Self-Hosting Network Security

Secure Family Private Cloud + Learning Lab In Progress

Secure family storage, reliable backups, and self-hosted services. An isolated lab environment for testing IT and networking concepts.

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Proxmox VE VMware vSphere KVM ESXi

VIRCL — Server Virtualization in the Cloud

BTS VIRCL module project deploying Proxmox VE and VMware ESXi/vSphere on HP ProLiant servers. Covered the full virtualization lifecycle, with a focus on VM and hypervisor backup strategies.

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OpenMediaVault RAID 5 BTRFS RAID 1 SMB/NFS/SFTP

NAS Server Setup & Configuration

Turned a bare-metal rack server into a production-ready NAS using OpenMediaVault 8, hardware RAID 5, BTRFS RAID 1, and cross-platform access controls.

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Windows Server VPN DirectAccess AD DS

Lab 8 Windows Services: VPN + DirectAccess

Windows Server lab deploying VPN and DirectAccess for secure remote access, fully documented.

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FastAPI JWT Docker

Grade Management System

Secure grade management with role-based access for students, professors, and admins.

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Python Regex Linux Syslog Monitoring

Linux Log Analyser

Python-based log parser for Linux syslog files. Extracts structured data with regex, generates statistics, tracks time-based metrics, and triggers alerts on suspicious activity.

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PowerApps SharePoint Automation

WeekFlow — PowerApps Week Planner

Weekly planner built for speed and clarity. Task creation, status tracking, and automated reminders via Power Automate and SharePoint.

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GitHub Pages Documentation Design

Portfolio Website — GitHub Pages

BTS-aligned portfolio documenting progress, skills, and reflection. Designed with GRAP principles and deployed on GitHub Pages.

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Smart Tech Sensors PLC/HMI Documentation

PIF Smart Technologies (Coffee Fermentation)

Automated coffee-bean fermentation system with sensor integration, PLC/HMI control, and full customer documentation.

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3D Modeling C++ Programming Arduino

Erasmus+

Smart Technologies exchange at Carl Benz Schule (Germany). Built an autonomous car as a team challenge—best time: 32 seconds—and presented to ~40 people. Focus on teamwork, technical communication, and rapid prototyping.

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Certifications & Training

Certifications

Microsoft Office Specialist: PowerPoint Associate

Issuer: Microsoft

Valid until Oct 20, 2030

Score: 750

Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Associate

Issuer: Microsoft

Valid until Nov 17, 2030

Score: 700

Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Expert

Issuer: Microsoft

Valid until Jan 27, 2031

Score: 700

Training

Project Management & IT Worklife — Jamey Jaden Jager

10-hour session · Intro Worklife (2h) + Project Management (8h) · May–June 2026

AWS Architecture Workshop — ARHS Group

28-hour workshop · May 2026

Automating Administration with PowerShell (AZ-040) Training — DEEP (POST Luxembourg Group)

5-day course · Mar 23–27, 2026

Visit to the Luxembourg Army — Armée du Luxembourg

Site visit · Half-day · Mar 13, 2026

AWS re:Invent re:Cap 2026 — ARHS Group

Half-day session · Mar 4, 2026 · Belval, Luxembourg

Introduction to Quantum Computing — DEEP (POST Luxembourg Group)

Presentation · 2 hours · Mar 3, 2026

Blockchain Introduction — The Blockchain Academy

Workshop series · 3 hours × 3 sessions · Jan–Feb 2026

Phishing Workshop — Fondation Restena

Workshop · 3 hours

Sustainable Cloud — Arηs Group

Workshop · 3 hours

LuxConnect Tier IV Data Center Visit (Bettembourg)

Site visit · Tier IV

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Pluralsight · Completed · 100% · Dec 18, 2025

Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Training — DEEP (POST Luxembourg Group)

Full-day session · 09:00–17:00

Power Platform Fundamentals (PL-900) Training — DEEP (POST Luxembourg Group)

Full-day session · 09:00–17:00

BTS Cloud Computing Progress

Currently focused on cloud infrastructure fundamentals and independent lab work, with an emphasis on documentation, repeatable deployments, and clear communication. I'm building skills step by step, validating outcomes, and turning complex topics into structured, organized work.

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