Vahid Latifi
Networks / Systems / Security

VahidLatifi

Senior Network & Systems Administrator

I administer the networks, servers and IT services supporting 400+ users across 10 locations. With over 15 years in IT, my work combines Cisco and MikroTik networking, VMware virtualization, Windows and Linux administration, and backup and recovery.

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Vahid Latifi
Vahid Latifi Network & Systems Administrator
10Geographic locations
+400Users supported
+15Years of IT experience
01 / About & experience

Professional Experience

Based in Tehran, I handle infrastructure administration, troubleshooting and project delivery across distributed business locations. My responsibilities include keeping branch connectivity, server workloads and internal services running, and supporting recovery when incidents occur.

Orkideh Food Group

Senior Network Administrator

Mar 2022 – Present · Tehran, Iran

  • Administer infrastructure supporting 400+ users across 10 locations, including branch networks, servers and internal business services.
  • Consolidated server workloads using VMware ESXi and vCenter, bringing physical infrastructure into a virtualized environment.
  • Configure secure VPN access and network resilience; use monitoring and incident troubleshooting to support service continuity.
  • Implement Veeam backup and recovery strategies and carry out system patching, maintenance and hardware upgrades.
  • Coordinate equipment procurement and vendors, document infrastructure changes and support colleagues with technical training.
Rexsun Parsian

Senior Network Administrator

Sep 2020 – Mar 2022 · Tehran, Iran

  • Delivered network projects from design through configuration and testing, working to service-level requirements.
  • Troubleshot LAN/WAN performance and provided on-call support for network emergencies.
iHome

Senior Network Administrator

Oct 2019 – Sep 2020 · Tehran, Iran

  • Monitored system performance and maintained network security solutions.
  • Resolved hardware and software incidents for end users.
Takhfifan

Network Administrator Consultant

Apr 2019 – Oct 2019 · Tehran, Iran

  • Designed firewall, authentication and network security configurations to meet business requirements.
  • Produced network configuration and change documentation.
Meraat Sanjesh

Network Administrator

Aug 2010 – Mar 2019 · Tehran, Iran

  • Administered network security, user policies, email and antivirus services.
  • Supported desktop and server environments and maintained data privacy and IT security practices.
Pardaz Gostar Ertebatat Berelian

Network Engineer

Nov 2007 – May 2009 · Tehran, Iran

  • Installed and maintained hardware and software, diagnosed LAN issues and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Delivered user training and produced technical documentation.
02 / Expertise

Technical Skills

Core technologies and the operational work I use them for.

Network & connectivity

Cisco and MikroTik: routing, switching, VLAN segmentation, branch VPNs and dual-WAN failover. UniFi: wireless access and VLAN integration.

MikroTikCiscoUniFiVPNKerio / UTM

Servers & virtualization

VMware ESXi and vCenter: virtualized server workloads. Windows Server and Active Directory: directory services and access. Linux: server and application administration.

Windows ServerActive DirectoryLinuxVMware ESXivCenter

Monitoring & operations

PRTG: infrastructure monitoring and incident investigation. Veeam: backup and recovery. GLPI and NetBox: support workflows and infrastructure documentation.

PRTGGLPIVeeamNetBoxZabbixSolarWindsCacti

Collaboration & automation

Ansible: repeatable administration. Docker: containerized services. Mattermost, SharePoint and Issabel: internal collaboration and telephony.

MattermostSharePointIssabelAnsibleDockerGit

Operational Responsibilities

How I apply technical skills in day-to-day IT operations.

Incident response

On-call network troubleshooting, user support and coordination during service interruptions.

Project delivery

Network planning, configuration and testing, with vendor coordination and equipment procurement.

Documentation & training

Document infrastructure configurations and changes, and train colleagues on internal systems.

Maintenance & recovery

System patching, hardware upgrades, secure access and backup strategies to support operational continuity.

03 / Selected work

Selected Projects

Examples of my work in connectivity, reporting and internal services. Each shows the operational need, my contribution and what the solution provides.

NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

Branch connectivity & WAN failover

Need: Monitor branch connectivity and handle WAN or tunnel failures.

My contribution: Configure MikroTik policy routing, dual WAN and Netwatch scripts, with Mattermost and Telegram alerts.

Operational value: Alternative WAN routing and notifications that help the IT team identify connectivity incidents.

Technologies

MikroTik RouterOS · VPN · Netwatch · Mattermost · Telegram

INTERNAL REPORTING

Sales performance dashboard

Need: Compare sales and targets across nine branches.

My contribution: Develop an internal dashboard with branch-level monthly and yearly sales views and target tracking.

Operational value: A shared view of branch performance and sales goals.

Technologies

React · Prisma · SQLite

BUSINESS SERVICES

Collaboration, telephony & IT support

Need: Maintain communication and support services for distributed teams.

My contribution: Administer Mattermost, SharePoint Server, Issabel PBX and GLPI, alongside the supporting servers and directory services.

Operational value: Internal messaging, shared content, voice services and structured IT support.

Technologies

Mattermost · SharePoint · Issabel · GLPI · Active Directory

04 / Education & credentials

Education & Certificates

Academic training in computer engineering, professional networking certification and experience working in English and Persian.

B.Sc. in Computer Engineering

Hardware · University of Applied Science & Technology, Tehran
2011 – 2013

Final project: enterprise network design and deployment.

Associate Degree in Computer Engineering

Software · Islamic Azad University, Qazvin
2006 – 2009

Professional Certifications

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) · 200-301

Cisco Certified Network Professional — Enterprise (CCNP Enterprise)
Concentration: 300-420 ENSLD

Cisco ID: 608337312

Languages

Persian: native
English: advanced · TOEFL iBT 108

05 / Connect

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