Bahadır Tuncay

Operational Technology (OT) & Systems Infrastructure Leader

A versatile mechanical engineer and technical leader who has run manufacturing technologies (OT) and IT infrastructure side-by-side for 20+ years. Connecting the CNC machine to Azure architecture to optimize physical processes through cloud systems.

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Bahadır Tuncay
ISTANBUL / TR ENG · TR
Professional Profile

With over 20 years of experience in manufacturing technologies, I run IT systems, infrastructure, and process automation under a single cohesive discipline. I architect end-to-end setups spanning network security, virtualization, hybrid cloud solutions, and manufacturing shop-floor digitalization. My mission is to drive enterprise value by bridging the gap between physical engineering environments and information technologies.

01 — Two Disciplines, One Engineer

Manufacturing (OT) CAD · CAM · CNC

  • Mold & spare part manufacturing management
  • Expertise in CAD/CAM software
  • Production planning & workflow optimization
  • Technical coordination with clients & suppliers

Infrastructure (IT) ON-PREM · CLOUD · SEC

  • Designing, deploying, and managing On-Premises & Cloud (Hybrid) systems from scratch
  • Azure Architecture (Hub-Spoke, governance), virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), and AVD setup
  • Network security, Zero Trust framework, backup & disaster recovery
  • In-house software solutions & workflow automation
The result: manufacturing workflow optimization and the IT infrastructure that makes it traceable and secure — from one hand.
20+
Years Experience
6
Companies with Technical Leadership
02 — Career Journey
2025 — Present Senior Systems & Infrastructure Engineer Sister companies Solgar Vitamin and Aztek Teknoloji · Istanbul
  • Designing, deploying, and managing hybrid (On-Premises + Azure Cloud) IT infrastructure for two sister entities
  • Azure setup from scratch: Hub-Spoke architecture, resource governance, cost-control
  • Zero Trust framework, Conditional Access, AVD, and disaster recovery architectures
2017 — 2025 Manufacturing Manager GMT Makina · Istanbul
  • Oversaw mold production for glassware machinery and defense components
  • Managed infantry rifle component manufacturing (firearms); directed the procurement of MSB (Ministry of National Defense) Facility Security Clearance and production permits, successfully navigating audits
  • Operations planning, supplier management, and technical customer integration
2016 — 2017 Presales Engineer vMind · Istanbul
  • Analyzed Enterprise clients' IT needs and architected custom infrastructure solutions
2001 — 2016 Manufacturing & IT Manager Merkad Makina · Istanbul
  • Began as a CAM Operator & IT Specialist; promoted to joint lead of Production & IT
  • CNC/CAM programming alongside complete design, security, and lifecycle management of On-Premises server and network infrastructure
03 — Technical Expertise
Systems & Cloud Infrastructure
Microsoft Azure VMware ESXi Hyper-V Veeam Backup Active Directory / Entra ID AVD (Virtual Desktop) On-Premises Systems
Networking & Security
Network Infrastructure & Routing Zero Trust Security Firewall Policies Segmentation
Engineering & CAD/CAM
SolidWorks SolidCAM CNC Machining Processes
Programming & Web
HTML5 / CSS3 C# (.NET) MS SQL Server VBScript
04 — Education & Languages

Education

Süleyman Demirel University BSc in Mechanical Engineering 1993 — 1998

Languages

Turkish Native
English Advanced (Reading/Listening Advanced · Speaking Upper-Intermediate)
05 — Beyond the Desk

Winter Mountaineering

Amateur winter climbing; requires patience, planning, and risk management.

Ultra-marathons

50+ km trail runs and hikes; pushes mental and physical endurance.

Road Safety

ROSPA-certified motorcycle instructor and instructor trainer.

Digital World

Passion for hardware/software testing and hands-on, self-taught IT.

06 — Contact

Let's work together.

Looking for a leader who bridges the shop floor and information technology (OT/IT) under one vision? Let's connect.

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