Berik Dandybaev
@berikdandybaev
I deliver secure Cloud Packet Core, NFV, and enterprise ICT solutions across international markets.
KazakhstanWhat I'm looking for
I've delivered Cloud Packet Core, NFV, Private LTE, and ICT solutions for Nokia across Europe, CIS, the UK, Ireland, and the Middle East, supporting deployments including O2 Romania, Fastweb Italy, and TengizChevroil. I translate business, security, and compliance requirements into resilient HLDs, LLDs, RFP/RFQ responses, and end-to-end delivery plans.
I've also built and mentored presales teams at VEON/KaR-Tel, enabling secure B2B solutions such as cloud PBX, FMCN, short numbering plans, and Mobile Corporate Networks. My background spans Packet Core engineering, LTE testing, WiMax Core deployment, network planning, stakeholder governance, and cross-functional leadership.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Line Manager & Technical Project Manager
Oct 2018 - Aug 2024 (5 years 10 months)
Led presales and solutions architecture for Cloud Packet Core projects, defining HLD/LLD and supporting RFP/RFQ responses. Managed end-to-end delivery, integrated security controls, and coordinated cross-functional teams.
Head of Business Solutions Delivery Team
VEON / KaR-Tel
Apr 2013 - Oct 2018 (5 years 6 months)
Built and mentored the pre-sales team, shaping ICT solutions to meet client security and compliance requirements. Delivered complex B2B services and established governance for Business Solutions Delivery.
LTE Test Engineer
Aeroflex Inc
Apr 2013 - Sep 2013 (5 months)
Designed and executed regression tests for telecom networks and vendors, including secure provisioning and QoS validation. Led EPC Core simulation projects using Landslide with Spirent/EXPO lab environments.
Wimax Core Senior Engineer
Samsung Electronics KZ LLP
Jun 2009 - Sep 2012 (3 years 3 months)
Performed WiMax core engineering, CSN delivery, and secure maintenance planning. Managed WiMax Core deployments across Kazakhstan, Ukraine, and Russia.
Packet Core Group Technical Service Engineer
Alcatel-Lucent Kazakhstan & Central Asia
Dec 2007 - Jul 2009 (1 year 7 months)
Provided technical support for Fixed Switching Center, including software upgrades, deployment, and core data security considerations for wireless networks.
Radio Network Planning Engineer
Mobile Telecom-Service LLP (Tele 2)
Jun 2006 - Dec 2007 (1 year 6 months)
Performed RF and network planning, including security-aware handover tests and optimization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University College London (UCL)
Master of Science, Telecommunication
2012 - 2013
MSc in Telecommunication from University College London, completed in 2013.
Almaty Institute of Power Engineering and Telecommunication
Engineer, Engineering
2002 - 2007
Engineer degree from Almaty Institute of Power Engineering and Telecommunication, completed in 2007.
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Location
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