Senior Network Administrator

• Design, implement, and manage LAN/WAN/WLAN network infrastructure;
• Configure and manage Cisco, Fortinet, and MikroTik devices;
• Configure and troubleshoot VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, and static routing;
• Optimize network traffic and segmentation;
• Configure and manage firewalls (FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA);
• Implement VPN solutions (IPSec, SSL) and secure remote access;
• Apply security best practices aligned with ISO 27001 and NIST;
• Monitor networks using PRTG, Zabbix, and SolarWinds;
• Perform traffic analysis, capacity planning, and performance tuning;
• Implement HSRP/VRRP, failover, and load balancing solutions;
• Ensure network uptime and high availability;
• Manage and optimize Wi-Fi networks (Ubiquiti, Cisco, Aruba);
• Ensure wireless security using WPA2/WPA3;
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, patching, and configuration hardening;
• Support incident response and risk mitigation;
• Work with Azure/AWS networking basics in hybrid environments;
• Configure secure connectivity between on-prem and cloud environments;
• Troubleshoot network issues and perform root cause analysis (RCA);
• Follow ITIL-based incident and problem management processes;
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configurations;
• Support change management and standardization processes.

• Education: Higher (İT field);
• Work experience: 3+ years of enterprise network administration experience;
• Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, NSE;
• Language skills: Azerbaijani and English languages;
• Hands-on experience with routing & switching, firewalls, and VPNs;
• Experience in enforcing Layer 2 and Layer 3 network security protocols (ACLs, DHCP snooping, port security, etc.);
• Strong knowledge of VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, RADIUS, P2P, EtherChannel, Load Balancing;
• Understanding of network security, segmentation (DMZ, ACLs);
• Experience with monitoring tools and high availability solutions;
• Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and traffic analysis skills;
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 / NIST;
• Relevant certifications (CCNP, CCIE, NSE);
• Experience with Azure/AWS networking;
• Knowledge of automation (Python, Ansible);
• Experience with SD-WAN and Zero Trust.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving;
• Ability to handle pressure and critical incidents;
• Good communication and teamwork;
• Proactive and detail-oriented mindset.