Kanan Mammadli
Baku,Azerbaijan
Summary
Accomplished network security specialist with extensive expertise in Cisco systems and next-generation firewalls. Demonstrates proficiency in TCP/IP protocols, IP addressing, and routing, alongside a strong command of VPN encryption techniques and remote access solutions. Adept at infrastructure planning and design, policy creation and enforcement, and firewall administration. Skilled in technical documentation writing and utilising SolarWinds tools for effective network monitoring. Committed to innovative thinking and enhancing network security management through comprehensive knowledge of security technologies. Career goals include advancing the implementation of cutting-edge networking solutions to optimise organisational performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Network engineer
KocSistem Azerbaijan LLC
Baku, Azerbaijan
2023.01 - Current
- Streamlined operations by developing clear documentation for both IT staff and end users.
- Assisted team members in understanding complex networking concepts, enhancing team productivity.
- Improved overall system stability with preventative maintenance measures.
- Implemented cyber security protocols to protect sensitive information.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments prior to implementing any significant changes preventing unexpected breakdowns.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining high standards of workmanship.
- Reduced downtime through regular monitoring and proactive system checks.
- Reconfigured systems following best practices improving overall efficiency.
- Designed efficient network structures for enhanced data flow and communication.
- Installed hardware components, ensuring optimal operation of the network infrastructure.
- Configured routers, switches and firewalls to deploy and support LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
- Optimised network operation through focused configuration and monitoring.
- Maintained network configuration, mapping and service records for accurate documentation.
- Devised and maintained suitable firewalls and access settings to uphold data security.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Azerbaijan Technical University
Baku, Azerbaijan 2020.11 - 2024.07
Master of Science - Computer Science
Azerbaijan Technical University
Baku, Azerbaijan 2024.09 -
Skills
- TCP and IP knowledge
- IP addressing and routing
- Technical documentation writing
- Networking concepts
- Innovative thinking
- Cisco systems expertise
- Policy creation and enforcement
- Network monitoring tools
- Virtual private networks (VPNs)
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Remote access solutions
- WAN and LAN familiarity
- Infrastructure planning and design
- VPN encryption techniques
- Multi-protocol LANs
- Routing protocols management
- Firewall administration skills
- SolarWinds tools proficiency
- Network security management
- Security technologies knowledge
- Switching protocols expertise
- Next-generation firewalls
Languages
Azerbaijan
Native
Turkish
Native
English
Upper intermediate
Russian
Intermediate
Certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Cisco (February 2025-2028)
• Enterprise Networking, Security & Automation – Cisco Networking Academy (January 2025)
• Switching, Routing & Wireless Essentials – Cisco Networking Academy (January 2025)
• QRadar SIEM (Security Information & Event Management) — Intermediate - IBM Technical Sales (March 2025)
• Palo Alto Networks Network Security Professional – Palo Alto (April 2026-2028)
• Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall Engineer – Palo Alto (April 2026-2028)
Timeline
Master of Science - Computer Science
Azerbaijan Technical University
2024.09 -
Network engineer
KocSistem Azerbaijan LLC
2023.01 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Azerbaijan Technical University
2020.11 - 2024.07