Yusif Samadov
Head of Network Engineering Unit
Baku,AZ
Summary
Head of Network Engineering Unit with over 10 years of experience in designing and managing secure, high-performance network infrastructures. Skilled in leading teams, optimizing network performance, and implementing advanced technologies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Head of Network Engineering Unit
Bestcomp Group
Baku, Baku City
03.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented network strategies in alignment with organizational objectives
- Directed cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable network solutions
- Evaluated risks and developed mitigation plans to ensure smooth project delivery
- Supervised the planning, creation, and deployment of complex network infrastructures
- Enhanced network designs to improve performance, scalability, and cost efficiency
- Partnered with stakeholders to ensure network solutions fulfilled both functional and non-functional requirements
- Maintained network reliability and uptime through proactive monitoring and management
- Handled incident response and conducted root cause analysis to reduce outages and strengthen network resilience
- Established best practices for network integration, deployment, and comprehensive documentation
- Built a skilled team of network engineers and technical specialists
- Organized regular training sessions to support skill enhancement and knowledge sharing
- Assessed team performance and matched roles to individual expertise and organizational needs
- Acted as a liaison between business units and technical teams to convert requirements into actionable network projects
- Fostered vendor relationships to access cutting-edge networking technologies and resources
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Presented technical updates and solutions to stakeholders and executive teams
- Championed the adoption of advanced networking technologies such as SD-WAN, automation tools
- Conducted research to evaluate and recommend modern tools and techniques
- Integrated automation to optimize workflows and improve network management efficiency
- Ensured network operations complied with industry regulations and standards
- Performed regular audits to maintain adherence to security protocols
- Developed policies and procedures for effective network governance and risk management
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Head of Network Sub-Unit/Chief Network Engineer
BestComp Group
Baku, Baku City
11.2014 - 03.2023
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment of unit goals with organizational priorities.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas of improvement and offering constructive feedback for growth.
- Recruited top talent from diverse backgrounds, building a highly skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery.
- Responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the company’s network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance. Leading a team of network engineers, applying advanced networking technologies and industry best practices to build a resilient, scalable, and secure environment.
- Oversee the architecture and maintenance of enterprise LAN, WAN, VPN, and Data Center networks while ensuring seamless integration with hybrid cloud solutions.
- Enhancing security, to develop and enforce network policies, deploy and manage Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and endpoint security solutions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001 benchmark.
- Optimizing routing and switching infrastructure by utilizing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and SD-WAN, enhancing performance, redundancy, and scalability. By continuously monitoring network performance and analyzing traffic patterns, proactively identifying bottlenecks and implement solutions that improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Extend to leading large-scale network modernization and migration projects, ensuring minimal service disruption and maximum operational effectiveness.
- Play a key role in disaster recovery planning, developing and maintaining business continuity strategies, conducting regular network audits, penetration testing, and failover simulations to ensure the infrastructure remains secure and resilient against unforeseen incidents.
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to align networking strategies with business goals.
- Oversee the mentorship and professional development of network engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. By staying up to date with emerging technologies such as Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), automation, and Software-Defined Networking (SDN).
- Managed high-stakes projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Optimized allocation of resources, balancing workload among team members for maximum efficiency.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for network design, configuration standards, and operational procedures.
Education
Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing
Fast Lane
Dubai 05.2023 - 06.2023
ITIL Foundation
BCG
Baku 03.2023 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Automation And Information Technology
Azerbaijan Technical University
Baku 09.2009 - 07.2013
Skills
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving – Exceptional analytical skills in diagnosing and resolving complex network challenges
- Effective Communication – Ability to convey technical concepts clearly to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders
- Time & Priority Management – Skilled in handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines in high-pressure environments
- Network Infrastructure & Design – Extensive experience in developing scalable, high-performance, and secure network architectures
- Routing & Switching Technologies – In-depth knowledge of OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VLANs, and dynamic routing configurations
- Data Center & Enterprise Networking – Skilled in designing and managing complex data center networks to ensure efficiency and reliability
- Wireless Networking – Specialized in deploying and securing wireless solutions, including Wi-Fi 6, 5G, and enterprise mobility solutions
- Team Leadership & Development – Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams of network engineers, fostering collaboration and skill growth
- Project & Operations Management – Extensive experience in planning, executing, and managing large-scale network projects, including budgeting and resource allocation
- Stakeholder Engagement – Strong ability to liaise with executives and business leaders to align IT strategies with organizational objectives
- Strategic Planning & Implementation – Developing long-term network strategies to support business scalability and operational excellence
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/19/92
Nationality: Azerbaijani
Interview
https://infocity.tech/2024/12/hpe-aruba-networking-na-peredovom-rubezhe-tsifrovoj-transformatsii/
Certification
Aruba Certified Design Associate
Timeline
Aruba Certified Design Associate
08-2023
Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing
Fast Lane
05.2023 - 06.2023
Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower
05-2023
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
04-2023
Head of Network Engineering Unit
Bestcomp Group
03.2023 - Current
ITIL Foundation
BCG
03.2023 - 03.2023
Cisco CCIE Security
01-2020
Cisco Certified Specialist - Security Core
10-2019
Cisco Certified Specialist - Web Content Security
08-2019
Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security VPN Implementation
07-2019
Cisco Certified Specialist - Security Identity Management Implementation
06-2019
Head of Network Sub-Unit/Chief Network Engineer
BestComp Group
11.2014 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Automation And Information Technology
Azerbaijan Technical University
09.2009 - 07.2013
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