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Cristian Barelli

Questioner · DISC type c
IT Manager at Salov Spa
📍 Milan, Lombardy, Italy

Cristian Barelli is an IT Manager with over 15 years of experience leading digital transformation, IT governance, and budget management for global companies. He holds ITIL and Six Sigma certifications and is recognized by peers for his deep technical background, problem-solving skills, and leadership. He is a graduate of the Università degli Studi di Milano.

He is passionate about the broader societal implications of technology, with a keen interest in systemic cybersecurity vulnerabilities and the integrity of digital identity systems. His recent focus includes analyzing how AI is fundamentally reshaping IT security and the critical need for robust DNS protection.

Unique fact: Cristian is driven by the mission to eliminate "grey IT" and transform the IT department into a strategic partner for business growth.

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Experience
29 Years
Current Role
IT Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
Milan, Lombardy, Italy
Personality Overview

How Cristian shows up

Cautious & Analytical
Price-Sensitive
Not Easily Convinced

They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.

Priorities

Topics Cristian cares about

IT Governance
He has extensive experience implementing ITIL processes and a stated passion for removing "grey IT" and ensuring compliance with regulations like NIS2.
Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities
He actively shares and analyzes information on systemic security flaws, from DNS protection in government websites to vulnerabilities in consumer devices.
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Career

Work history

2-2026
IT Manager
Salov Spa
9-2021 - 2-2026
IM Region Manager
Sasol
9-2017 - 8-2021
Information Systems & Digital Tech Manager Italy & Greece
Coty
9-2016 - 8-2017
Head of IT Product Management - Resource Planning & Management - MLEMEA
DHL Supply Chain
1-2014 - 9-2016
IT Product Manager
DHL Supply Chain
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Media appearances

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Education
1999 - 2003
Laurea in Informatica
Università degli Studi di Milano
1988 - 1993
Diploma di Liceo Classico
Istituto Gonzaga, Milano
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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