ELVIN AMINOV
Baku, Nerimanov, Hasanoglu 16 Flat 15
Summary
Elvin Aminov is a results-driven IT & ERP Specialist with over 13 years of experience managing IT infrastructures within the hospitality and restaurant industry at Absheron Hotel Group. He has extensive expertise in server administration and architecture, virtualization (ESXi, Hyper-V), network management (switching, routing), and implementing secure, efficient IT environments across 14+ hotels.
Elvin has led the deployment and integration of Oracle PMS (Opera, Fidelio, SkiData) and POS systems (Micros Simphony/3700, TNG), as well as financial systems (iScala, Netsis, Materials Control, HRS Back Office). He has practical experience supporting IT systems, office solutions, PBX, IPTV, and enterprise applications to ensure operational continuity and guest service excellence.
Transitioning into ERP-focused roles within Absheron Hotel Group, Elvin expanded his financial and database management knowledge (ACCA F3, PL/SQL) while actively managing and optimizing ERP environments, driving direct integration, support, and automation across hotel systems.
Known for his calm analytical approach and problem-solving mindset, Elvin thrives on improving system efficiency, implementing cybersecurity solutions (including CrowdStrike MDR/EDR for 650+ endpoints), and automating workflows through Power Automate and PowerShell. His ability to translate complex IT concepts into practical solutions enables him to align technology with operational goals effectively, making him a valuable asset for any IT-driven environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Assistant Manager
Absheron Hotel Group
02.2023 - Current
- Managing IT infrastructure across 14+ hotels and supervising IT teams through structured ticketing workflows.
- Leading secure, high-availability environments using Windows Server, Hyper-V, VMware ESXi, and enterprise networking.
- Deploying and maintaining CrowdStrike MDR/EDR across 650+ endpoints.
- Administering Microsoft 365, Azure AD Connect, Entra ID, Power Automate, and workflow automation.
- Executing IT policies, audits, onboarding, and regular technical training.
- Managing Veeam replication, HP Tape backups, and HPE MSA storage operations with performance monitoring.
Group IT Administrator
Absheron Hotel Group, Managing Of 14 Hotels
03.2019 - 03.2023
- Administered Windows Server 2012/2016/2019/2022/2025, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and Office 365 accounts.
- Installed and managed enterprise network infrastructure (L2-L3 switches, routers, wireless controllers, firewalls).
- Performed day-to-day troubleshooting (DNS, DHCP, Windows performance, hardware).
- Configured fibre channel multipathing for VMware and Windows hosts.
- Maintained best practices in antivirus, patch, and firmware management.
- Monitored system performance and ensured infrastructure stability and security.
- Deployed and managed Dell storage, Hyper-V, and VMware ESXi clusters (vMotion, HA, vCenter).
- Recruited and onboarded new IT team members; delivered regular training on Opera, Micros, Fidelio.
- Conducted ERP audits and optimized workflows to resolve system bottlenecks.
- Managed helpdesk team activities and tracked tickets via CRM.
- Led tenders for IT procurement and implemented stock control functionality.
IT Senior Speciliast
Sheraton Intourist Hotel Baku By Marriott
02.2019 - Current
- Installation and managing of network equipment (Switch, Router ,access point)
- System Administration
- ERP system (Micros Simphony, Opera) Installation and maintenance support - Collect information on key client needs and bottlenecks; - Develop work strategy based on self-developed standards for duly and timely project delivery; - Installation of network equipment (switch, access point);
- Implement installation of the client-selected ERP systems (Micros Simphony, Opera); - Conduct staff trainings for the hotel employees (Finance, F&B, Kitchen and etc
ERP - Specialist/Senior
Absheron Hotel Group
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Meet with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system users to identify business processes, financial transactions and reporting requirements, and assist ERP Manager in applying financial reports, schedules, parameters, pricing and modeling tools , analyze financial systems and software, prepare surveys, collaborate with IT departments, ERP system configuration experts
- Determines and removes ERP requirements
- Co-operates with members of the financial group to identify the areas for improvement of the process, the needs of ERP, the application of Oracle applications, the functionality and the required reporting requirements
- Performs the assignments of members of the design team for the development of financial systems
- Performs audits on "Users' rights / acceptance", collaborates with IT groups for managing and resolving ERP / Oracle daily activities issues
- Supports ERP Manager in applying USALI standards, accounting plans, accounting methods
- Standard Financial Policies and Procedures, and management experience for all group hotels
- Organizes and implements trainings for financial sector employees (training topics are not limited to Financial Policies and Procedures, accounting standards and financial systems) from financial departments and all group hotels
- Carries out coordination of accounting and financial transactions with employees of financial departments and ensures proper support during the implementation of "End of the Month" process to ensure that financial systems and reporting requirements are met
- Developed a new reporting tool utilizing Excel tool ‘XL Connect Reporter’ for operating statements for Head Office and hotels under control which decreased average days for report preparation from 3 to 1
- Assess and present solutions through use of ERP system
- Preparation and presentation of monthly financial statements for Head Office in line with USALI standards
- Built VBA macros of monthly reports (F&B covers) and financial statements to optimize reporting and analyzing processes
- Analyze existing SQL queries for performance improvements and suggest new queries
IT Administrator
Marriott Courtyard Hotel Baku
04.2020 - 04.2022
IT Speciliast
Dinamo Hotel Baku
04.2018 - 01.2019
IT Specialist
Merchant Hotel Baku
06.2017 - 01.2019
IT - Administrator
Absheron Hotel Group “Marriott Pik Palace And Park Shalat Shahdag Hotel Complex, Shahdag
04.2017 - 02.2018
IT - Senior Speciliast
Absheron Hotel Group Jumeirah, Bilgah Beach Hotel,
04.2017 - 02.2018
IT - Specialist – Shamakhi
Absheron Hotel Group, PMD Group “Rixos Shamaxi Palace Hotel
09.2015 - 03.2017
Hard Rock Cafe Baku
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Micros 3700 Installation and maintenance support - Design a structured cabling system for the entity; - Installation of network equipment (switch, access point); - The layout of the locations of the cameras for further installation - Execute procurement of POS devices, servers and other necessary equipment; - Implement activation of the procured devices; - Conduct staff trainings for employees on the usage of Micros 3700 system; - Provide consistent maintenance support of the installed ERP system during 2 years - Set up Retail sales using a barcode system
Park Chalet & Pik Palace
12.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintenance support and staff trainings - Provide general support to the hotel IT staff on the usage of Micros Simphony; - Conduct staff trainings for employees on the usage of Micros system.
Shamakhi Palace Sharadil
12.2015 - 01.2016
- ERP system (Micros Simphony, Opera) Installation and maintenance support - Collect information on key client needs and bottlenecks; - Develop work strategy based on self-developed standards for duly and timely project delivery; - Implement installation of the client-selected ERP systems (Micros Simphony, Opera); - Conduct staff trainings for the hotel employees (Finance, F&B, Kitchen and etc
- Teams) on the usage of the
- Micros system; - Provide consistent maintenance support of the installed ERP system.
Naftalan Hotel Qashalti
01.2015 - 01.2016
- ERP system (Micros 3700, Fidelio) Installation and maintenance support - Collect information on key client needs and bottlenecks; - Develop work strategy based on self-developed standards for duly and timely project delivery; - Implement installation of the client-selected ERP systems (Micros 3700, Fidelio); - Conduct staff trainings for the hotel employees (Finance, F&B, Kitchen and etc
- Teams) on the usage of the
- Micros 3700 system.
Amburan Beach Club
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Installation of network equipment (switch, access point) - Collect information on key client needs and bottlenecks; - Develop work strategy based on self-developed standards for duly and timely project delivery; - ERP system (Micros Simphony, Opera) Installation and maintenance support - Administration Windows server 2012
- Implement installation of the client-selected ERP systems (Micros Simphony, TNG); - Conduct staff trainings for the hotel employees (Finance, F&B, Kitchen and etc
- Teams) on the usage of the
- Micros system; - Provide consistent maintenance support of the installed ERP system.
IT & ERP - Specialist
SAFFRON Azerbaijan Restaurants
05.2015 - 12.2015
IT Specialist
AtaHolding “Excelsior Hotel Baku & Spa
04.2012 - 05.2015
Skills
- System & Server Administration
- Networking & Security
- Cybersecurity
- Enterprise Platforms
Windows Server 2012–2025 (AD, DNS, DHCP, GPO, WSUS)
Microsoft Hyper-V (Cluster, Replica, Live Migration)
VMware ESXi 6x–8x (vCenter, vMotion, HA, Broadcom)
Switching/Routing (Cisco, Extreme, Aruba), VLAN, OSPF, BGP, NAT, PVLAN
VPN, DHCP Snooping, ACLs
FortiGate, Firebox, Cisco ASA/Firepower
CrowdStrike MDR/EDR (500 endpoints), policy tuning
IAO/IOL portal-based monitoring
Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, Planner etc)
Azure AD, Entra ID (IAM), Power Automate
PowerShell scripting (automation & reporting)
- Backup & Storage
- ERP & Hospitality Systems
- Process & Policy
Veeam Backup & Replication (Hyper-V/VMware)
HP Tape Library management
HPE MSA 2050–2070 monitoring
iDRAC, ILO, PRTG, SNMP-based alerting
Oracle Opera PMS, Micros Simphony / 3700 POS
Fidelio, TNG POS, SKIDATA
ERP: iScala, Netsis, Materials Control, HRS
Oracle SQL/PLSQL (integration support)
Designed full-scale ticketing system
IT SOP & policy creation (AHG-wide)
Helpdesk metrics, task prioritization
Training content for IT & hotel operations staff
Accomplishments
- IT Technic– Baku
- Certification“Cisco Network Academy” CompTIA Network+ (exam past)“Cisco Network Academy” CCNA IT Essential 5.0 (exam past)“IT Education Academy Kiev” Fundamentals of PL/SQL (course pass)“Bridge Academy” ACCA F3 (course pass)
- Oracle Database SQL 1Z0-071 (on Going)
Languages
Azerbaijan
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Russian
Advanced
C1
Turkish
Advanced
C1
Timeline
IT Assistant Manager
Absheron Hotel Group
02.2023 - Current
IT Administrator
Marriott Courtyard Hotel Baku
04.2020 - 04.2022
Group IT Administrator
Absheron Hotel Group, Managing Of 14 Hotels
03.2019 - 03.2023
IT Senior Speciliast
Sheraton Intourist Hotel Baku By Marriott
02.2019 - Current
IT Speciliast
Dinamo Hotel Baku
04.2018 - 01.2019
ERP - Specialist/Senior
Absheron Hotel Group
02.2018 - 03.2019
IT Specialist
Merchant Hotel Baku
06.2017 - 01.2019
IT - Administrator
Absheron Hotel Group “Marriott Pik Palace And Park Shalat Shahdag Hotel Complex, Shahdag
04.2017 - 02.2018
IT - Senior Speciliast
Absheron Hotel Group Jumeirah, Bilgah Beach Hotel,
04.2017 - 02.2018
Park Chalet & Pik Palace
12.2015 - 01.2016
Shamakhi Palace Sharadil
12.2015 - 01.2016
IT - Specialist – Shamakhi
Absheron Hotel Group, PMD Group “Rixos Shamaxi Palace Hotel
09.2015 - 03.2017
IT & ERP - Specialist
SAFFRON Azerbaijan Restaurants
05.2015 - 12.2015
Hard Rock Cafe Baku
02.2015 - 08.2016
Naftalan Hotel Qashalti
01.2015 - 01.2016
Amburan Beach Club
01.2015 - 01.2016
IT Specialist
AtaHolding “Excelsior Hotel Baku & Spa
04.2012 - 05.2015
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