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Hakkı Erkan ATALGIN
Senior IT Manager – Technology & Infrastructure
Istanbul
Summary
IT professional prepared for leadership roles in technology management. Background in overseeing complex IT projects and driving technological advancements. Known for strong team collaboration and delivering results in dynamic environments. Skilled in network administration and IT strategy development.
Insightful Information Technology Manager with 15+ years of IT leadership experience including oversight of infrastructure, application support and security services. Dedicated to customer satisfaction with focused delivery of technical solutions. Proven leader in directing operations, maintenance and support of complex systems. Develops creative business solutions, leveraging diverse methodologies and delivering engineering solutions for leading organizations. Highly adept in request for proposal development, technology needs assessments and staff training.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior IT Manager | Infrastructure & Operations
Penti Giyim A.Ş.
06.2022 - Current
- Managed vendor relationships for hardware, software, and services procurement, ensuring quality products at competitive prices.
- Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.
- Collaborated with other departments to help meet IT needs and properly integrate and secure systems.
- Coordinated IT operations activities to deliver smooth flow of daily business needs.
- Oversaw IT department operations and training.
- Improved network efficiency by implementing new server configurations and optimizing system operations.
- Reduced downtime by promptly addressing hardware and software issues, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
- Evaluated emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement within the organization''s IT landscape.
- Oversaw technology budget planning and allocation to optimize resource utilization while meeting organizational objectives.
- Implemented robust backup strategies to safeguard critical data against loss or corruption, minimizing potential risks.
Security & Network Manager
Mikro Group (Acquired by Teamsystems Inc.)
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Streamlined network operations by consolidating multiple platforms into a unified management system.
- Established clear communication channels within the team to improve overall collaboration on projects.
- Coordinated with other IT departments to ensure efficient allocation of resources for optimal network performance.
- Mentored junior team members in networking concepts, best practices, and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans to safeguard critical data and minimize operational disruptions.
- Increased network reliability by conducting regular audits, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending corrective actions.
- Reviewed current networking trends regularly to implement cutting-edge innovations that enhanced the organization''s competitiveness.
- Optimized network infrastructure by designing and implementing scalable solutions to support business growth.
- Managed aspects of network operations center (NOC) operations.
IT Governance and Information Security Manager
Related Digital (Acquired by Dogus Holding)
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Optimized budget allocation for information security projects based on risk prioritization strategies.
- Fostered a strong cybersecurity culture throughout the organization by promoting best practices and open communication channels between departments regarding information security concerns.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements in technology, regulations, and best practices pertaining to information security management.
- Mentored junior security staff members to develop a strong and skilled information security team within the organization.
- Coordinated with external vendors to procure cutting-edge cybersecurity tools that enhanced organizational defenses.
Virtualization | Storage | Microsoft | Sec. Expert
Turk Eximbank
07.2013 - 02.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Network Security Supervisor
Kuveyt Turk Participation Bank
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Managed a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of professionalism.
- Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
Network & Security Specialist
Allianz Insurance
12.2006 - 06.2012
- Managed and supported organization-wide privacy and security management measures.
- Oversaw credentialing activities for all employees, contractors and consultants.
- Improved system security by conducting regular penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities.
- Bolstered network security by deploying advanced firewall and intrusion detection systems.
- Led team in developing disaster recovery plan, preparing organization for potential cyber-attacks.
- Enhanced data integrity and confidentiality with implementation of end-to-end encryption measures.
Systems Engineer
Izmir Konak Municipality
09.2005 - 07.2006
- Contributed towards continuous improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining internal processes and enhancing overall service delivery quality.
- Designed high availability strategies to minimize downtime during critical systems outages or disasters recovery scenarios.
- Developed custom software solutions for various business needs, resulting in improved productivity.
- Conducted end-user reviews for modified and new systems.
- Optimized networked software and operating systems by applying updates and patches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Dokuz Eylul University
Izmir, Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
IT infrastructure
IT risk management
Team collaboration
Technical troubleshooting
Operating system management
Network administration
Information security
IT governance
Team managemend & development
Disaster recovery
Virtualization
Information confidentiality
Risk mitigation planning
Interests
Economy
Technology
Paintball
ATV
Swimming
Biking
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior IT Manager | Infrastructure & Operations
Penti Giyim A.Ş.
06.2022 - Current
Security & Network Manager
Mikro Group (Acquired by Teamsystems Inc.)
01.2022 - 06.2022
IT Governance and Information Security Manager
Related Digital (Acquired by Dogus Holding)
03.2018 - 01.2022
Virtualization | Storage | Microsoft | Sec. Expert
Turk Eximbank
07.2013 - 02.2018
Network Security Supervisor
Kuveyt Turk Participation Bank
06.2012 - 07.2013
Network & Security Specialist
Allianz Insurance
12.2006 - 06.2012
Systems Engineer
Izmir Konak Municipality
09.2005 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Dokuz Eylul University
04.2001 -