Ishak Erbaba

Network and ICT professional with hands-on experience in designing, managing, and securing enterprise network infrastructures across multiple locations. Strong background in VLANs, firewalls, routing, VPN connectivity, and wireless networks. Proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to take responsibility, solve complex problems efficiently, and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary IT teams.

Network Engineer at Kisp (2025-09 – Present)

A Belgian educational institution with locations across East Flanders, Antwerp, and Flemish Brabant.

• Designed and managed the complete network infrastructure across multiple locations, covering wired and wireless environments, including VLANs, routing, firewall policies, and enterprise Wi-Fi networks.
• Implemented and maintained site-to-site VPN connections to ensure secure and reliable communication between branches.
• Installed, configured, and managed network equipment such as firewalls, managed switches, and wireless access points, applying network segmentation and security controls in line with cybersecurity policies.
• Monitored network performance and availability, resolved incidents and outages, and supported network-related IT projects.
• Documented network architecture and procedures, provided support to IT colleagues and end users, and managed infrastructure via centralized cloud platforms (Zyxel Nebula).
• Ensured stable, secure, and uninterrupted network connectivity across multiple educational campuses by maintaining high availability and proactive incident management.

Information Security Engineer, SOC - Team at CloudCom (2024-09 – 2025-02)

A managed IT services provider (MSP)

• Network Security (Firewall & VPN): Hands-on experience configuring and managing firewall setups and VPN solutions using Fortigate, pfSense, OpenVPN, and Tailscale (Tailnet - zero-trust remote access).
• Endpoint Security & Threat Prevention: Managed endpoint protection, patching, and cyber threat prevention using Heimdal Security.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Monitored and maintained Veeam Backup Server and N-able Cove backups; ensured data integrity and resolved backup-related issues.
• SOC Analysis: Monitored security incidents, investigated alerts, and mitigated threats using SentinelOne and M365 Defender.

System - Server and Network Administrator at Arsimak Belgium (2022-12 – 2024-05)

• Administered server and system infrastructure, including backup and recovery operations, supporting network availability and business continuity. Managed server services and basic network-related components in coordination with infrastructure operations.

Human Resources Assistant at TAV Airports Holding Company (2018-09 – 2018-12)

• Successfully handled all clerical and administrative duties including supporting the department, assisting the recruitment process, maintaining employee records, and processing payroll updates.

Purchasing Department Assistant at KOC Holding Company - Demir Export (2017-01 – 2017-04)

• Effectively directed and oversaw staff, designing schedules to meet the needs of the department as well as the needs of employees.

Project Management Assistant at Ministry of Labour and Social Security of The Republic of Turkey (2016-05 – 2016-08)

• Worked closely with project managers and project owners to ensure project needs were fulfilled and budgets were honored.

Graduaat, Associate Degree EQF5 in System and Network Administration – HoGent (2022-09 – 2025-02)

Bachelor of Science in Economy and Political Science – TOBB University of Economics and Technology (2012-09 – 2018-11)