Asser Ghorab

Hi, I'm Asser Ghorab

CTO-as-a-Service | Transformation, AI adoption and governance, strategic tech advisory | Automation Strategist

Helping Startups Scale Securely and Intelligently

About Me

I'm a DevOps architect and cloud systems strategist with 20+ years of experience leading engineering transformation at startups and global companies alike. After leadership roles at ZenHub and Philips, I now offer consulting and fractional CTO services to help teams scale with confidence.

At my core, I specialize in building reliable, scalable infrastructure — and ensuring it's secure by design. Over the years, I've seen the rise of DevOps, helped teams move to the cloud, and more recently, supported engineering leaders as they integrate smart automation and AI into their workflows.

My approach combines:

  • Deep DevOps and cloud-native expertise (AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD)
  • Systems thinking rooted in business context
  • Embedded security practices across infrastructure
  • Forward-looking insight into AI-powered ops and tooling

I don't just help teams catch up…I help them get ahead.

What I Offer

Fractional CTO engagements

Strategic technical leadership without the full-time commitment

Infrastructure & cloud security audits

Comprehensive security assessments and compliance guidance

Cloud spend optimization

Reduce costs while maintaining performance and reliability

AI-readiness assessments

Workflow automation guidance and AI integration strategy

DevOps coaching

For technical leadership and development teams

I Work Best With

Growing Startups

Startups scaling from MVP to Series A+ traction

Engineering Leaders

Engineering leads stuck on infra complexity or velocity

Forward-Thinking Founders

Founders who need strategic tech leadership without the full-time burn

C-Level Executives

CIO/CTOs looking for fresh perspective on transformation journeys

Current Role

Independent Consultant

Cloud, DevOps & Infrastructure Strategy

Djedi (Self-Employed)Remote / GlobalPresent

Helping tech-first teams improve infrastructure, increase speed-to-delivery, and reduce DevOps overhead. I bring hands-on technical depth and strategic guidance for:

  • Scalable cloud-native systems (AWS, GCP, Kubernetes)
  • Secure architecture, audits, and compliance-first infra
  • CI/CD pipelines designed for speed and reliability
  • Automation strategy + integration of AI/ML in ops
  • Cloud cost optimization
  • DevOps playbook design & team mentoring

Whether you're dealing with tech debt, scaling pains, or an upcoming audit, I'm here to help.

Let's build systems that scale cleanly, ship faster, and grow with your business.

Ready to transform your infrastructure and accelerate your growth?

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Whether you're scaling rapidly, dealing with technical debt, or planning your next transformation, I'm here to help you navigate the path forward.

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