The country’s leading ICT company Azerconnect Group took part in the event titled ‘Cybersecurity in the Telecommunications Sector’. The event brought together key state agencies, telecom operators and providers, industry leaders, private-sector cybersecurity officials, as well as independent experts.

The event participants discussed challenges in the telecommunications sector, international experience in the field and issues of mitigating existing cyber threats. It was noted that new technologies, particularly the advancement of AI, allow for the application of new approaches in areas such as real-time detection of cyber threats, prevention of complex cyber attacks, analysis of big data and automation of incident response processes. The discussions also emphasized the importance of strengthening public awareness to ensure cybersecurity and training qualified personnel, as well as the role of public-private sector partnership in the process.

The roundtable discussions on ‘Cybersecurity in the Telecommunications Sector’ were organized by the Association of Azerbaijani Cyber Security Organizations (AKTA).  AKTA is a single platform of experts, companies and organizations operating in the field of information technology and cybersecurity.

As a company operating in the dynamically developing ICT and high technologies fields of our country, Azerconnect Group delivers advanced solutions, including Mobile, Internet, and International leased lines provisioning, alongside cutting-edge digital services in FinTech, AdTech, and Media/TV. Azerconnect Group is part of NEQSOL Holding, an international group of companies operating in various countries across the energy, telecommunications, hi-tech, and construction industries.
 

Azerconnect Group, the country’s leading ICT company, has once again been recognized as Azerbaijan’s Top Employer by the esteemed Top Employers Institute. This makes Azerconnect Group the only local company to achieve the Top Employer international certification for three consecutive years.

The international institution assessed the company’s human capital management strategy, and the innovative projects implemented in the area, using over 250 criteria based on global best practices, awarding it the highest distinction. It was highlighted that the company implements the latest international best practices and standards in areas such as work environment, talent acquisition, learning and development, diversity, equality and inclusion, employee well-being, and more.

About Top Employers Institute 

Top Employers Institute is a global organization that evaluates and certifies companies across various countries for their excellence in recruitment, employee experience, and leadership. With over 30 years of experience, Top Employers Institute has certified more than 2,400 organizations in 125 countries and regions as of 2025. These Top Employers positively impact the lives of over 13 million employees worldwide.

About Azerconnect Group

As a company operating in the dynamically developing ICT and high technologies fields of our country, Azerconnect Group delivers advanced solutions, including Mobile, Internet, and International leased lines provisioning, alongside cutting-edge digital services in FinTech, AdTech, and Media/TV. Azerconnect Group is part of NEQSOL Holding, an international group of companies operating in various countries across the energy, telecommunications, hi-tech, and construction industries.
 

Azerconnect Group’s comprehensive strategy for promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) has been highlighted in the World Bank’s report titled ‘Breaking Barriers to Women’s Employment in Azerbaijan.’  This report underscores the company’s projects in the field of human capital management, support for women’s employment, and the introduction of flexible work arrangements. It is noted that the DEIB approach has significantly contributed to the increase in the recruitment of women to technical positions at Azerconnect Group.

World Bank’s report was presented at the event ‘Exemplary Leadership in Women's Employment and Career Development in Azerbaijan,’ which brought together representatives from the government, private sector, society and academic circles to discuss the ways to develop women's employment in our country.

Matanat Babayeva, Chief Human Resources Officer at Azerconnect Group, provided a detailed overview of the company's strategy regarding the development of gender equality and inclusive environment, as well as projects aimed at increasing women's empowerment and leadership skills. Among these, the ‘Flexcellence’ program, which allows employees to work both from the office and remotely, and its impact on women's well-being and productivity, was discussed.

Azerconnect Group, the only local company selected as the Top Employer by the prestigious ‘Top Employers Institute’ for two consecutive years, was also awarded the ‘Gender Inclusive Workplace’ Award by the UN Development Program this year.

As a company operating in the dynamically developing ICT and high technologies fields of our country, Azerconnect Group delivers advanced solutions, including Mobile, Internet, and International leased lines provisioning, alongside cutting-edge digital services in FinTech, AdTech, and Media/TV. Azerconnect Group is part of NEQSOL Holding, an international group of companies operating in various countries across the energy, telecommunications, hi-tech, and construction industries.