Accomplished Network Engineer with a decade of industry experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing complex network solutions. Expert in deploying robust network architectures across multiple platforms and environments, including Cisco, Microsoft, Fortinet, Sonicwall, HP and Juniper systems. Proven track record of enhancing system functionality and reducing downtime through strategic network improvements and preventive maintenance.
- Network architecture design and strategic roadmap for your business.
- Security Solution Design and Implementation: Developing tailored security frameworks that align with your business needs and compliance requirements.
- Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing: Identifying vulnerabilities in your network and applications to prevent potential attacks.
- Ongoing Network Monitoring and Management: Ensuring continuous monitoring and immediate response to security incidents.
- Compliance and Security Audits: Evaluating systems to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.
- Training and Advisory Services: Providing cybersecurity training to your team to enhance security awareness and practices.
Cisco
Security Analysis
Network Security
Microsoft Azure Administration
Cloud Architecture
Fortinet
Palo Alto Firewalls
Sophos Sophos UTM
Microsoft Intune
Web Application Firewall
Microsoft Azure
Cisco Firepower Threat Defense
Cyber Threat Intelligence
Cybersecurity Management
Kron H.
Tirana, Albania
$21/hr
4.2
13 jobs
Hi, I’m Kron Hajdini 👋
I’m a Web Design Specialist focused on WordPress and ongoing maintenance. I build websites that are not only modern and user-friendly, but also secure, fast, and easy to manage long term.
💻 What I Do Best
• WordPress website design & redesigns (business, e-commerce, booking systems)
• Responsive, mobile-friendly layouts that convert visitors into customers
• Website maintenance & care plans (updates, backups, security, small edits)
• Hosting setup, migrations, and troubleshooting
• Speed, performance, and SEO optimization
🔒 My Technical Edge
With a background as a Network Engineer (CCNA certified, 4 years experience), I bring an extra layer of expertise in performance, hosting, and security that most web designers don’t offer.
📈 Why Work With Me?
• Clear, professional communication
• Clean, reliable websites that support your business goals
• Long-term support so you don’t have to worry about updates or issues
If you’re looking for a dependable partner to design, improve, or maintain your WordPress site, I’d love to help.
Let’s create a website that works as hard as you do 🚀
WordPress Website Design
WooCommerce
Elementor
Website Maintenance
Hosting Setup
DNS
SSL
HTML
CSS
WordPress Plugin
WordPress Security
WordPress Migration
WordPress SEO Plugin
WordPress Backup
WordPress Customization
Ardit V.
Tirana, Albania
$79/hr
4.9
60 jobs
Senior Network Consultant | Cisco CCIE & MikroTik Expert | ISP/WISP Specialist
I design, secure, and optimize high-performance networks for ISPs, enterprises, and government agencies worldwide. With 16+ years’ experience and top-tier certifications (Cisco CCIE Security, MikroTik MTCINE, VMware, Azure), I work across Cisco, Fortinet/FortiGate, SonicWall, Aruba, and other major platforms to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure — from complex routing (MPLS, BGP, OSPF) to VPNs, wireless, virtualization, and advanced QoS.
I've built many ISP/WISP networks around the world (Los Angeles, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Canada, Cyprus, Somalia, Mexico etc) and provided network consultancy to other ISP, Bank, Government, Enterprises in South Africa, Denmark, Switzerland, Australia, England etc.
Cisco Router
MikroTik
VPN
Ubiquiti
Virtual LAN
Network Engineering
Firewall
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco ASA
MikroTik RouterOS
PfSense
Albanian to English Translation
Mikrotik RouterBOARD
Network Planning
Arditi D.
Tirana, Albania
$40/hr
5.0
23 jobs
Expert in Mikrotik, Ubiquity, gained from working in a WISP/ISP environment.
Hands-on different types of gear: Meraki, Radwin, SAF, Netonix, Cambium, Mimosa.
Hands-on different monitoring systems: Zabbix, PRTG, UNMS, DUDE.
Planning, configuring and troubleshooting different sizes and types of networks.(Wired and Wireless)
Network Design
VPN
Internet Protocol Security
Network Administration
Ubiquiti
Virtual LAN
Network Engineering
Virtualization
MikroTik RouterOS
OpenVPN
Wireless Network Implementation
Mikrotik RouterBOARD
WiFi
Technical Support
Customer Service
Klajdi H.
Tirana, Albania
$40/hr
4.9
38 jobs
Senior Network & Security Engineer | Cisco CCNP | MPLS | BGP | VPN | MikroTik | Enterprise Networking
Need an expert to design, troubleshoot, or secure your network?
I help businesses build fast, secure, and reliable network infrastructures that minimize downtime, improve performance, and scale with business growth. With over 10 years of hands-on experience, I've designed, deployed, and supported enterprise and ISP networks for telecommunications, banking, government, and private organizations.
My background includes working as a Senior Network Engineer at Infosoft Systems and previously as a Fixed Access Network Engineer (DevOps) at Vodafone, where I was responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining mission-critical network infrastructure. I also serve as a Cisco Networking Academy Instructor, helping students and professionals master networking technologies and prepare for Cisco certifications.
What I Can Help You With
✔ Cisco Router & Switch Configuration
✔ Enterprise Network Design & Implementation
✔ Network Troubleshooting & Performance Optimization
✔ MPLS Network Design & Migration
✔ Dynamic Routing (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS)
✔ VPN Deployment (Site-to-Site & Remote Access)
✔ Cisco ASA, Firepower & Fortinet Firewall Configuration
✔ Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
✔ MikroTik RouterOS Configuration
✔ Wireless Network Design & Optimization
✔ Network Security Hardening
✔ VLAN, STP, HSRP, VRRP & QoS Configuration
✔ Packet Tracer & GNS3 Lab Design
✔ CCNA & CCNP Training and Mentoring
Technical Expertise
Cisco IOS, IOS-XE
Cisco Catalyst & Nexus Switching
Cisco ASA & Firepower
Cisco ISE
MikroTik RouterOS
Fortinet Firewalls
Huawei & Juniper Networking
MPLS
BGP
OSPF
IS-IS
EIGRP
IPv4 / IPv6
TCP/IP
VLANs
QoS
GRE & IPSec VPN
Wireless LAN Controllers
Certifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
CCNA Security
Cisco IT Essentials
MikroTik Certified (MTCNA, MTCRE)
Juniper (JNCIA, JNCDA)
Fortinet
Huawei Certifications
Why Clients Choose Me
✔ 10+ years of enterprise networking experience
✔ Real-world experience with one of Europe's largest telecom operators (Vodafone)
✔ Cisco Certified Instructor
✔ Proven 5-star Upwork history
✔ Fast communication and reliable delivery
✔ Focus on long-term, scalable solutions—not temporary fixes
Whether you need to troubleshoot a complex routing issue, deploy a secure VPN, migrate an enterprise network, optimize BGP routing, configure MikroTik devices, or design an entire infrastructure from scratch, I can help.
I believe in delivering solutions that are technically sound, secure, and aligned with your business goals—not just completing the task.
Let's discuss your project and build a network you can depend on.
Cisco Meraki
Cisco Router
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco ASA
Cisco IOS
Network Monitoring
Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician
Network Security
Network Planning
Mikrotik RouterBOARD
Network Engineering
Cisco Certified Network Professional
Wireless LAN Controller
Fortinet
Cisco Firepower Threat Defense
Sophos Sophos UTM
Security Engineering
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
Oljan K.
Tirana, Albania
$35/hr
4.9
12 jobs
▪ Design, implement and troubleshoot networks
▪ Monitor and maintain network performance
▪ Troubleshoot network issues
▪ Hardware installation & configuration of network equipments,
▪ Communicating and negotiating with specialists, staff and suppliers,
▪ Stay up-to-date on the latest network technologies
▪ Administration and design of LANs, WANs,
▪ Network communication systems Implementation and maintenance,
▪ Routing/switching and security
▪ Knowledge on Firewalls especially Cisco ASA.
▪ Routing protocols RIP / OSPF / EIGRP / IS-IS / DMWN
▪ VPNs – GRE / IPSec / DMVPN / SSL / VRF /HSRP
▪ TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP
▪ VPN/Remote VPN/ACL/NAT
▪ VLANs / STP / RSTP / Etherchannel / MST /VTP
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