Hi, I'm Nikitas Kalafatas

CCNP Enterprise Network Engineer

Specialized in designing, configuring, and optimizing complex enterprise networks with expertise in BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and network security.

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Nikitas Kalafatas
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Network Engineer with CCNP Enterprise (ENCOR & ENARSI) and CyberOps Associate certifications. Specialized in designing, configuring, and optimizing complex multi-protocol networks.

Ranked in the top 2% of networking students at University West with a consistent 94% average in Cisco examinations. Proven hands-on expertise, having successfully passed all 2-hour practical implementation exams for every certification held. Currently pursuing B.Sc. in Computer Science – Network Engineering & IT Security.

Advanced Routing

  • BGP (Border Gateway Protocol)
  • OSPF (Open Shortest Path First)
  • EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol)
  • Route Redistribution

Enterprise Networking

  • VLAN, STP/RSTP, VTP
  • Quality of Service (QoS)
  • HSRP (High Availability)
  • Cisco Routers & Switches

Security & Automation

  • Fortinet (NSE4), Cisco ASA
  • VPNs, ACLs, iptables
  • Python Network Automation
  • Wireshark, GNS3, Postman API

Linux & DevOps

  • Linux Administration & CLI
  • Docker Containerization
  • DNS Server Configuration
  • TryHackMe / HackTheBox CTFs
  • Custom CTF Challenge Development
  • Root the Box Repository Deployment

Certifications

Certification Overview

8 Total Certs
CCNP Highest Level
94% Avg Score
100% Practical Pass

CCNP Enterprise - ENCOR

Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies

Issued Jan 9, 2025 View Certificate →

CCNP Enterprise - ENARSI

Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services Implementation

Issued Mar 24, 2025 View Certificate →

Cisco CyberOps Associate

Security Operations and Threat Detection

Issued Nov 5, 2024 View Certificate →

CCNA - ITN

Introduction to Networks

Issued Jan 10, 2024 View Certificate →

CCNA - SRWE

Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

Issued Mar 4, 2024 View Certificate →

CCNA - ENSA

Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

Issued Apr 22, 2024 View Certificate →

Network Security

Network Security Fundamentals and Implementation

Issued Jan 8, 2025 View Certificate →

Ethical Hacker

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

Issued Jun 16, 2025 View Certificate →

🏆 Key Achievements

  • Practical Mastery: Successfully completed all 2-3 hour practical "Design and Implement" exams for 8 different Cisco certifications
  • Academic Excellence: Ranked top 3 out of 128 students in Networking & IT Security program
  • High Performance: Maintained 94%+ average across all Cisco certification exams
  • Languages: Swedish (Fluent), English (Fluent), Spanish (Fluent), Greek (Native)

Academic Excellence

123
HP Credits
20+
Courses Completed
VG
Top Performance
2026
Expected Graduation

Outstanding Courses (VG - Pass with Distinction)

Highest academic achievement level

Fundamentals in Computer Engineering and Programming

7.5 HP VG Nov 2023

Fundamentals of Network and Internet Technology

7.5 HP VG Nov 2023

Switching, Switching, and Wireless Networks Essentials

7.5 HP VG Jan 2024

Management and Security in Global Networks

7.5 HP VG Apr 2024

Firewall Techniques

7.5 HP VG Jan 2025

Server Administration - Report

3.5 HP VG Jan 2026

Server Administration - Project

3.0 HP VG Jan 2026

Recent Coursework (2026)

Latest academic achievements

Server Administration

7.5 HP 5 Jan 2026

Sustainable Development

3.0 HP G Jan 2026

Additional Coursework

Complete academic record

Virtual Servers and Storage Systems 7.5 HP 5 Nov 2025
Advanced Topics in Computer Engineering 7.5 HP 4 Dec 2025
Introduction to Programming with Python 7.5 HP G Aug 2025
Internet Infrastructure Applications 7.5 HP 4 Mar 2024
Advanced Routing and Switching - CCNP 1 7.5 HP G Dec 2024
Advanced Infrastructure and Services - CCNP 2 7.5 HP G Jan 2025
Advanced Firewall Technology for Cybersecurity 7.5 HP G Mar 2025
Operating Systems with GNU/Linux 7.5 HP 3 Mar 2025
Cyber Security 7.5 HP G May 2024
Network Security 7.5 HP G Oct 2024

Experience

2023 - Present

B.Sc. Computer Science – Network Engineering & IT Security

University West (Högskolan Väst)

Ranked top 3 out of 128 students. Maintained 94%+ average across all Cisco certification exams. Designed and deployed enterprise-scale network topologies with full protocol redundancy.

Nov 2025 - Dec 2025

Network Consultant

VetaCare/VetaDerm, Göteborg, Sweden

Managed reinstallation and segmentation of Ubiquity gateway/router infrastructure. Configured DHCP, Firewalls, ACLs, VPN, and remote login. Reconfigured wireless access points across 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands.

2023 - 2026

Practical Network Engineering Projects

Högskolan Väst

Successfully completed all 2-3 hour practical implementation exams for 8 different Cisco certifications. Utilized Python and Postman API for network automation and testing. Configured DNS, NTP, iptables, Apache on Linux servers.

Network Engineering Projects

Get In Touch

Available for network engineering opportunities and consulting projects. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss network infrastructure, security, or automation solutions!