Automating EC2 Lifecycle Management with Terraform & AWS Systems Manager

🚀 Join us for our next AWS User Group Thessaloniki meetup, where we’ll take a deep dive into how Mondelez International has implemented full lifecycle automation for Amazon EC2 instances—from provisioning to shutdown and cleanup.

In this talk, we’ll explore how the team built a custom EC2 module using Terraform (OpenTofu), and how they handle cost optimization, automated patching, and backups. We'll also see how AWS Systems Manager is used for centralized monitoring and maintenance.

Expect practical insights, real-world examples, and best practices you can apply in your AWS environment. As always, we’ll wrap up with a Q&A session and an open discussion with the community.

🎯 What to Expect?

🔹EC2 Lifecycle Management
🔹Custom EC2 Module (Terraform/OpenTofu)
🔹Optimization
🔹Cost Management
🔹Backup Strategies
🔹Patching Automation
🔹Systems Manager Usage
🔹Monitoring & Alarms
🔹Cleanup Routines

🎟️ Who Should Attend?

✔️ Cloud engineers and DevOps professionals working with AWS
✔️ Architects building scalable and maintainable cloud infrastructure
✔️ Anyone interested in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform/OpenTofu
✔️ Teams looking to improve EC2 lifecycle management and cost control
✔️ Members of the local tech community eager to learn and network

🚀 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore the power and agility of EC2 in the AWS ecosystem. Whether you're an experienced AWS user or just starting with scalable compute resources, this session will provide valuable insights and practical skills!

Agenda
18:00 - Guest Speaker: Data Strategy Reimagined with SageMaker
Speaker:
Konstantinos Kourmousis: Senior Solutions Architect @ AWS | IoT Expert | GenAI Ambassador

Short description:
In today's AI-driven landscape, a modern data strategy is no longer optional—it's essential. This presentation unveils how Amazon SageMaker Unified Studio is revolutionizing the way organizations approach their data. We'll explore how SageMaker breaks down silos, streamlines governance, and accelerates insights, all while preparing your infrastructure for the demands of AI and machine learning. From unifying diverse data sources to enabling seamless collaboration between data scientists and analysts, discover how SageMaker is helping businesses not just manage their data, but truly harness its power to drive innovation and competitive advantage.

18:45 - Main Dish: Automating EC2 Lifecycle Management with Terraform & AWS Systems Manager
Maria Tzanidaki | Cloud Engineer at Mondelez International

19:30 - Networking and 🍕

🔗 Spread the word, bring your questions, and get ready for an interactive session! See you there! 🎉